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Federal Government lauds Plateau over infrastructure

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3 years ago

January 9, 2023

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The Minister Of Transportation, Mu’azu Sambo, has commended the Plateau State government on the completion of Federal Government road projects in the state.

A statement by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike, quoted Sambo as saying this when he led the Presidential Committee for the Verification of Federal Roads Intervened to the Plateau State government.

The Projects inspected are Heipang-Mararaban Jama’a and Mararaban Jama’a British American Junction, Polo Roundabout to Farin Gada, Secretariat Flyover, and British American Junction Flyover.

The minister said the four projects were in order, assuring the state reimbursement would be made.

The statement read in part,”This visit is by a team that constitutes part of the ministerial committee to assess road projects that were undertaken by the Plateau state government on designated Federal highways.

“It is also for the purpose of reimbursing the state government with monies expended in carrying out such projects.

“We have seen the projects, four of them. As somebody who knows Jos very well, I am highly impressed because if I had come alone, I probably would have missed my way due to the quality of flyovers and roads that I saw.

“The state government needs to be commended and for this project, the reimbursement is timely and in order,” he said.

The Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Prof. Sonni Tyoden, said the verification of the projects being carried out by the presidential committee was evidence that the state government has been working.

He said, “As stated by the minister, the four projects are in order in terms of quality and usefulness to the people and as a state, we are looking forward to the reimbursement by the Federal Government.

“Coming at this time, it will help the state and the citizens of Plateau state. However, the state government will not relent in completing projects which would be of benefit to the people.”

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BREAKING: Insecurity Will End After 2027 Elections — Akpabio

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11 minutes ago

April 14, 2026

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has linked the recent surge in insecurity across Nigeria to the build-up to the next elections, expressing confidence that the situation will improve shortly after the polls.

Akpabio made the remarks on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) Corporate Headquarters in Abuja, where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in attendance.

He argued that the rising insecurity is being fuelled by political actors who are unsettled by the performance of the current administration.

“Insecurity is increasing because elections are approaching. Some people don’t know what else to do, so they resort to sponsoring it. But shortly after the elections, within two weeks, you will see it decline,” he said.

The Senate President also took a swipe at the opposition, describing it as disorganised, and made a veiled reference to Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate in the 2023 presidential election. He criticised what he described as the abandonment of electoral support in pursuit of another political platform.

Akpabio urged Nigerians to remain patient with the Tinubu administration, insisting that the government is on the right track.

He also commended the head of the revenue agency, Zacch Adedeji, describing him as a tax administrator widely accepted by Nigerians, despite the traditionally unpopular nature of tax collection.

The event was attended by top government officials, including Vice President-level figures, lawmakers, members of the Federal Executive Council, and several state governors such as Babagana Zulum, Charles Soludo, Caleb Mutfwang, Hope Uzodimma, and Usman Ododo.

The newly commissioned NRS headquarters, described as a state-of-the-art facility, comprises three towers with 16 floors and can accommodate about 3,000 staff.

The development follows the signing of the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act by President Tinubu in June 2025, which formally transformed the Federal Inland Revenue Service into the Nigerian Revenue Service.

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NIA to Honour Past Governing Council Members, Former Director Generals

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58 minutes ago

April 14, 2026

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The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) is pleased to announce plans to honour its past Governing Council Members and Director General in recognition of their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the Association.

This initiative underscores the Association’s deep appreciation for the visionary leadership, dedication, and selfless service of those who have steered the affairs of the NIA over the years. Their efforts have laid a solid
foundation for the Association’s achievements and strengthened its role as the collective voice of the insurance industry.

The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday,30 April 2026, at the Insurers House, 42 Saka Tinubu Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, under the theme, “Service as the Cornerstone of Leadership and Institutional Legacy.”

Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Chairman of the NIA, Mr. Kunle Ahmed, noted that honouring past Governing Council Members and Director Generals is not only a mark of respect but also a way of preserving the Association’s rich legacy.

He said that their guidance and commitment have been instrumental in shaping policies, fostering industry collaboration, and promoting public confidence in insurance as a tool for national development.

Kunle emphasized that the structures laid down by the past leaders, the values they upheld, and the sacrifices they made continue to resonate in the Association’s present achievements.

He noted: “Institutions are built over time, but their true strength lies in the people who devote themselves in service.

“This event is our way of pausing to honour those whose leadership and sacrifices created the pathway we now walk. Their legacy is not confined to history—it lives on in every milestone we celebrate today.”

The NIA Chairman further stated that by celebrating the Association’s past leaders, the NIA preserves its history, reinforces its values, and set a clear benchmark for future leadership.

According to him, the progress the Association enjoy today is firmly anchored in the foresight and dedication of its past leaders.

“Without question, they remain the bedrock of the NIA’s enduring relevance and success, he said.”

The ceremony will bring together industry stakeholders, regulators, and partners to celebrate these distinguished leaders and reaffirm the Association’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

The NIA looks forward to this memorable occasion as it continues to build on the foundations laid by its past leaders while charting new paths for the future of insurance in Nigeria.

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