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Plateau: Gov Lalong to get 26.6 Billion to complete “Legacy Projects”

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June 16, 2022

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Following the earlier termination of the contract for the construction of Legacy Projects by the Plateau Government, the State Executive Council has approved the award of the contract for the completion of the projects at the sum of N26.6 billion.

The sum is for the completion of projects and the engagement of a consultant to provide pre-contract services.

Briefing newsmen after the Council meeting, Commissioner for information and Communication Hon. Dan Manjang disclosed that the legacy projects are located across the 17 Local Government Areas of the State.

They include the construction of 9 No model primary schools, 6 No model secondary schools and 6 No model hospitals with a completion period of 32 weeks.

He explained that the State Government had earlier secured 18 billion naira for funding the Lalong project which was still available for the work. He said the project was also rescoped downwards to N26.6 billion, adding that Council approved the sourcing of the shortfall of N8.6 billion.

He explained that Council approved for further funding to be raised from the capital market for furnishing and equipping of the projects.

The Commissioner said the Rescue Administration was determined to complete the projects as they form part of the legacies it wants to leave behind for the people of Plateau State who entrusted their mandate to Governor Simon Lalong.

He said already, some of the Legacy projects have come in handy for other uses such as Model Secondary School in Ny’ak Shendam Local Government Area which has been donated as temporary site for the establishment of the Federal Polytechnic N’yak.

He said others are being considered for the establishment of the Plateau State University Teaching hospital among others.

Manjang said the projects which are at various stages of completion will be commissioned within the tenure of this administration.

The Commissioner said the Executive Council also approved over N647 Million for the procurement of Water treatment chemicals awarded to Messrs Reliant Overseas Ltd.

He said “Council approved N647,480,000 for 100 MT of Aluminum Sulphide (Alum), 248 MT of hydrated lime and 1000 45 kg drums of Calcium Hypo chloride”.

He said Council received a report that the State has recorded two cases of Monkey Pox disease in Bassa and Shendam Local Government Areas, assuring that the Government is doing everything possible to ensure that the disease does not spread.

He urged citizens of Plateau State to imbibe good personal hygiene as well as take all preventive measures to nip the cases in the bud.

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Godwin Okpara Says Osimhen, Lookman Absence Gives Other Super Eagles Stars Big Opportunity

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35 minutes ago

June 2, 2026

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Former Super Eagles defender Godwin Okpara has said the absence of Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman for Nigeria’s upcoming friendly matches against Poland and Portugal presents a major opportunity for other players to step up and prove themselves.

Speaking ahead of the international friendlies, the former Paris Saint-Germain F.C. defender explained that it was important to allow some key players rest after demanding club seasons.

“After such long seasons, it is good to allow some players rest,” Okpara said.

According to the former Super Eagles star, the coaching crew and Nigerian supporters already understand the quality Osimhen and Lookman bring to the national team.

“We already know what those players can offer,” he implied.

Okpara stressed that the absence of established stars should motivate other members of the squad to seize their opportunities.

“This is the time for others to step up,” he noted.

The former defender also challenged the current players in camp to create a difficult selection situation for coach Eric Chelle.

“They must give the coach a selection headache,” he added.

Nigeria’s upcoming friendly matches are expected to provide opportunities for several new and fringe players to impress ahead of future competitive fixtures.

“The games could help reveal more options for the team,” many football observers believe.

The Super Eagles continue rebuilding under Chelle as competition for places within the squad grows stronger.

“Every player now understands that opportunities are available,” supporters continue to say.

For Godwin Okpara, the message is clear.

Resting key players is understandable.

New players must maximize their opportunities.

And healthy competition can only improve the Super Eagles moving forward.

Because successful teams grow stronger when every player is ready to deliver when called upon.

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Nigeria Launches New Committee to Accelerate IPv6 Adoption,Reappoints Rudman to Lead Push

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2 hours ago

June 2, 2026

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BY NKECHI NAECHE -ESEZOBOR—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially inaugurated a new committee dedicated to fast-tracking the countrywide migration to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). The establishment of this specialized board, which took place during an industry event in Ikeja, Lagos, marks a decisive regulatory effort to modernize the nation’s digital infrastructure and secure its electronic future.

A prominent telecom executive, Olusola Teniola of ipNX, has been appointed to the newly formed panel. He joins a distinguished group of private sector pioneers and public sector representatives, including Funke Opeke, panel chairman Muhammed Rudman, vice chairman Chris Uwaje, Mary Uduma, Gbenga Adebayo, Lanre Ajayi, and Latif Ladid. Together, this collaborative body will work alongside key government institutions to oversee the technological shift.

Reflecting on the initiative, Teniola emphasized that upgrading the nation’s internet framework is an immediate necessity rather than a long-term goal. He noted that with skyrocketing data usage and the rapid proliferation of next-generation technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT), Nigeria must build a scalable, secure, and globally competitive foundation to support its expanding digital economy.

The newly formed committee is charged with a comprehensive mandate, which includes drafting a national deployment blueprint, monitoring adoption metrics, and providing regular progress updates. Additionally, the team will focus on overcoming existing structural bottlenecks, enhancing local technical capacity, and recommending policy incentives to encourage universal participation.

Achieving widespread implementation will require deep alignment across network operators, internet service providers, corporate enterprises, academia, and state authorities. Industry leaders stress that this transition is a collective responsibility, requiring deliberate investment in public awareness and skill development to ensure Nigeria remains a frontrunner in the global digital landscape.

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