13 h. ago Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project

The Oyo State Government has approved N17.1 billion for the dualisation of Ajia Road in Ibadan, a move aimed at improving transportation infrastructure and easing traffic flow. State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Mr. Mojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed the approval while briefing journalists on the outcome of the weekly State Executive Council (SEC) meeting Tuesday. He […] The post Oyo Govt. Approves N17.1bn For Ajia Road Dualisation Project appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a roadmap aimed at closing the widening skills gap in the nation’s telecom sector, with a focus on empowering indigenous talent to drive industry growth. At the Stakeholders Consultative Forum on Skill Gaps in the Telecom Value Chain held in Lagos, Engineer Edoyemi Ogoh, Director […] The post NCC charts roadmap to empower local talent in telecom sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Fuel Surcharge Aimed At Fixing Nigeria’s Roads’, Says Tax Reform Chair Oyedele

  The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele said the proposed fuel surcharge was not to add additional burden on Nigerians but to generate dedicated revenue to fix the country’s decaying road network. Oyedele identified the decaying road network as a major driver of high inflation, especially in […]

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34 h. ago Suspected Bandits Kill One, Abduct Three Passengers On Okene

Suspected bandits on Saturday reportedly killed a bystander and abducted three passengers traveling in an 18-seater bus along the Okene-Lokoja highway in Kogi State. The incident, according to an informed source, occurred around 3:00 pm at Aku Village in Adavi Local Government Area. Tribune Online gathered that the Toyota bus (Registration No. Benue DAP 325 […] The post Suspected Bandits Kill One, Abduct Three Passengers On Okene-Lokoja Road In Kogi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Four Food Vendors Injured As Vehicle Crashes Into Roadside Eatery In Benue

An early morning accident at Welfare Quarters in Makurdi, has left four people injured after a small pickup van, commonly referred to as a High-Jet, veered off the road and collided with a roadside eatery. Daily Post reports that eyewitnesses claimed the vehicle was driven by an underage driver, who miraculously escaped the crash without […] The post Four Food Vendors Injured As Vehicle Crashes Into Roadside Eatery In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Shettima charges FRSC on indigenous solutions to secure Nigeria’s roads

Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged stakeholders, especially the Federal Roads Safety Commission FRSC and the private sector operatives, to read more Shettima charges FRSC on indigenous solutions to secure Nigeria’s roads

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6 d. ago Nigeria records 5,000 deaths, 31,000 injuries from road accidents annually – FRSC

…Targets 50% accident reduction by 2030 ….Seeks accelerated passage of FRSC amendment Bill Despite efforts to reduce accidents, Nigeria still read more Nigeria records 5,000 deaths, 31,000 injuries from road accidents annually – FRSC

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7 d. ago SGF praises FRSC’s transformative innovations in road safety

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has commended the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, for revitalising the agency through groundbreaking innovations. According to a statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, Akume gave the commendation during a courtesy visit […] The post SGF praises FRSC’s transformative innovations in road safety appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Communities urge FG to reinstate Sukuk funding for Achingali–Obizi–Udo–Umunwanwa–Obakala Federal road project

Residents of Obizi in Imo State and Umunwanwa in Abia State have appealed to the Federal Government to urgently reinstate Sukuk funding for the Achingali–Obizi–Udo–Umunwanwa–Obakala federal road project. The communities said the project, which links the two states, has reached a crucial stage, but cannot progress further due to the delisting of the contractor from […] The post Communities urge FG to reinstate Sukuk funding for Achingali–Obizi–Udo–Umunwanwa–Obakala Federal road project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ogun State Authorities Sensitize NURTW On Road Safety During Rainy Season

Ogun State Emergency Management Agency (OGSEMA), in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), conducted a one-day workshop on Saturday for members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) focused on traffic rules and road safety, particularly during the rainy season. The initiative aims to curb road accidents, which tend to rise […] The post Ogun State Authorities Sensitize NURTW On Road Safety During Rainy Season appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago May, Obioma, Olugbile shortlisted for $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025

By Damiete Braide The race for Africa’s biggest literary honour has narrowed to three contenders as the Advisory Board for The Nigeria Prize for Literature unveiled the shortlist for the 2025 edition on Thursday, August 28. Competing for the coveted $100,000 prize sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) are: Sanya by Oyin Olugbile, The Road […] The post May, Obioma, Olugbile shortlisted for $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Migbaci Expo to establish roadmap for sustainable tourism, development in Nigeria

Migbaci Expo, a three-day cultural and tourism exhibition in Lagos put together by Medulla Motifs is expected to reshape perceptions, read more Migbaci Expo to establish roadmap for sustainable tourism, development in Nigeria

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Hands Over Bauchi NHP Housing To Air Force Despite Opposition

Despite residents’ opposition, the federal government has handed over the 270 housing units of the National Housing Programme (NHP) on Ningi Road in Bauchi State to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). LEADERSHIP reports that the housing project, initiated in 2016 under the administration of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, was designed to provide affordable […]

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1 week ago The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (2)

Tribune Online The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (2) NIGERIANS have been made to believe that all they have to do is to sit at home, produce children and donate them to the government to nurture, maintain, train and educate. Nigerians want free medical treatment, subsidized food, good roads, cheap electricity, free water, free education, etc. With the huge damage done to all sectors […] The dwindling standard of education in Nigeria: The way forward (2) Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FERMA Completes Emergency Repairs On Failed Sections Of Lagos Road

The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has underscored its unwavering commitment to providing safe and motorable roads for Nigerians, exemplified by the recent successful completion of emergency repairs on critical sections of the Eric Moore-Iganmu Road in Lagos State. This vital intervention was set to significantly enhance road safety and ease transportation for residents and […]

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2 w. ago FHA commissions N1.2bn roads, warns contractors over uncompleted projects

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has commissioned a three-way road project in Apo Guzape Estate, at the cost of N1.2 billion, while threatening to go after contractors who abandoned their projects due, perhaps, to contract variation. Speaking after the commissioning, the Managing Director (MD) of FHA, Hon Oyetunde Ojo, directed the […] The post FHA commissions N1.2bn roads, warns contractors over uncompleted projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 2024: At least 411 Nigerians died while scooping fuel from tankers — FRSC

Tribune Online 2024: At least 411 Nigerians died while scooping fuel from tankers — FRSC “Fuel scooping and other anti-traffic behaviours were turning avoidable road accidents into major disasters... 2024: At least 411 Nigerians died while scooping fuel from tankers — FRSC Tribune Online

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2 w. ago New Law Offers N2m Medical Compensation For Uninsured Accident Victims

The new insurance law has been introduced to help victims of road accidents involving uninsured vehicles. Under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025, anyone injured in an accident caused by a car without insurance can now receive up to N2 million in medical compensation. This law aims to ensure that accident victims are […]

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2 w. ago Over 1,000 Illegal Shacks Pulled Down In FCTA Road Expansion Exercise

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has cleared over 1,000 shacks and illegal shanties obstructing the road corridor in Karsana. The clearance exercise took place in the area bordering the Bunkoro District in Gwarimpa. Speaking during the Citywide Sanitation Operation on Monday, the Director of Development Control, Muktar Galadima, said the exercise was targeted at squatters […] The post Over 1,000 Illegal Shacks Pulled Down In FCTA Road Expansion Exercise appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Four Die, Three Injured In Delta Road Crash At Second Niger Bridge

Tragedy struck on Monday in Asaba, Delta State, as four people lost their lives and three others sustained injuries in a fatal road accident at the Second Niger Bridge. The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday involving a truck loaded with cement and two other vehicles. Eyewitnesses said the accident was caused by […] The post Four Die, Three Injured In Delta Road Crash At Second Niger Bridge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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