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Tinubu has been fair to all sections of Nigeria – FG govt lists projects in Southeast, Southwest, others
The federal government has said the President Bola Tinubu’s administration has been guided, at all times, by the principles of fairness, justice, and equity in the distribution of projects, appointments, and opportunities across all six geopolitical zones of our country. The government in a statement signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, said
Tinubu has been fair to all sections of Nigeria – FG govt lists projects in Southeast, Southwest, others
The federal government has said the President Bola Tinubu’s administration has been guided, at all times, by the principles of fairness, justice, and equity in the distribution of projects, appointments, and opportunities across all six geopolitical zones of our country.
The government in a statement signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, said that contrary to the perception being pushed in some quarters, the Tinubu administration has demonstrated uncommon commitment to balanced development and inclusivity since assuming office.
It said that the distribution of capital projects under President Tinubu is equitable, insisting that no region is playing a second fiddle or ignored.
It said that In addition to projects by various Ministries, Departments and Agencies, all six regions now have Regional Development Commissions to re-kickstart development efforts.
The federal government said that while the Coastal Highway courses through the South, the Badagry–Sokoto Highway, under construction, traverses majorly the North.
“This sense of balance runs through all the major infrastructure projects being implemented today,” the added.
“Major infrastructural interventions are simultaneously ongoing across the federation—from highways and bridges to rail and power projects.
“The administration has secured funding for light rail projects in Kano and Kaduna states to the tune of N150 billion and N100 billion, respectively.
“The metroline projects in Lagos and Ogun States form part of the government’s effort to develop Nigeria’s light rail infrastructure.
“Collectively, these projects are expected to create over 250,000 jobs nationwide.
“There is also a renewed push for the rehabilitation of the Eastern Corridor of the rail line from Port Harcourt to Maiduguri. In addition, over 1,000 primary health care centres have been rehabilitated across the country, underscoring the administration’s commitment to human capital and social infrastructure.
“From verifiable data, the actual distribution of projects shows the Northwest as the biggest beneficiary: Northwest: N5.97 trillion (over 40% of approvals), South South: N2.41 trillion, North Central: N1.13 trillion, South East: 407 billion, North East: N400 billion, South West (excluding Lagos): N604 billion.
On the Legacy Road Projects under President Tinubu, the statement added, “Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway (750 km): 175 km ongoing in Lagos, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States, Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway (1,068 km): 378 km ongoing in Kebbi and Sokoto sections, Trans-Sahara Highway (465 km): 118 km ongoing in Ebonyi State, Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe Road (439 km): Being redesigned from flexible to rigid pavement for durability.
“Out of the total length of these projects, the North accounts for 52% and the South for 48%,” it added.
It said other Major Projects in the North include, “Sokoto–Gusau–Funtua–Zaria Road (275 km dualised, N824bn), Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Road (350 km dualised, N764bn), BUA Tax Credit Road in Jigawa, Katsina, Kano (256 km dualised), Zaria–Hunkuyi Road (156 km), Kano Northern Bypass (49 km), Kano–Maiduguri Road (100.9 km), Bama and Dikwa Roads in Borno (100 km), Damaturu–Maiduguri Road (110 km), Malando Road in Kebbi (76 km), Benue–9th Mile Road (250 km dualised, $958m, Lokoja–Okene Dualisation (86 km), Kaduna–Katsina Roads (Sections 1 and 2, N150bn).
On major Projects in the South, it said, Lagos–Ibadan (8.5 km, N33bn), Lagos–Sagamu (12 km dualised), Oyo–Ogbomoso–Ilorin (N146bn) Rehabilitation of Carter, Third Mainland, and Eko Bridges (N120bn).
On project in South East, the statement said, “Enugu–Onitsha Road (107 km, N202bn via MTN Tax Credit) Enugu–Onitsha Road (72 km, N150bn via CBC), Enugu–Abakaliki Road (36 km), 2nd Niger Bridge Access Road (17.5 km dualised, 175bn), Lokpanta–Enugu Road (61 km dualised, N100bn).
On South South, it said, Eleme–Onne Road (30 km, N156bn), Eket Bypass (9.7 km dualised, N76bn) East–West Road Section 2 (N186bn), Nembe–Brass Road (N150bn), Lokoja–Benin Dualisation (N167bn, 2nd Niger Bridge Access Road in Delta (17 km dualised, N146bn), Bodo–Bonny Road in Rivers (35 km with 12 bridges, N200bn).
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Tinubu Mourns Ex-IG Arase
Tinubu Mourns Ex-IG Arase
. .Condoles Catholic faithful over demise of ex-Bishop of Nsukka diocese, Francis Okobo
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) over the demise of the 18th indigenous Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Solomon Ehigiator Arase, aged 69.
Arase’s reforms as IGP and later as Chairman of the Police Service Commission brought lasting changes to the force.
The President, in a release issued by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, commiserated with the family, friends and associates of the highly resourceful officer.
President Tinubu acknowledged the dedication of the former IGP to enhancing security in the country, through initiatives such as the Intelligence Response Team, the Complaint Response Unit, and Safer Highway Patrols.
Reflecting on Arase’s laudable service to the country, the President remarked, “Arase served the police force meritoriously from 1981 to 2016. During his career, he led tactical, operational, and intelligence units, including United Nations Peacekeeping in Namibia, the Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom, and the Principal Staff Officer to three IGPs.
“He was Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB), and Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Criminal Investigation Department.
“After retirement, he continued to serve the nation in various public roles, including as Chairman of the Police Service Commission and as head of the Task Force on implementing the Edo State Anti-Community Development Association Law.
“His expertise extended to consultancy roles with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the European Centre for Electoral Support, the Human Rights Centre at the University of Oslo, and as a member of the Committee on Prevention of Torture in Geneva, Switzerland.
“I pray for the peaceful repose of the soul of this dedicated security expert, whose experience and contributions will be deeply missed by our nation”.
Also, President Tinubu expressed sadness over the passing of Bishop Francis Emmanuel Okobo, the pioneer Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Nsukka, aged 88.
“As the pioneer Catholic Bishop of the Nsukka Diocese, Bishop Okobo provided uncommon leadership and direction to the Catholic faithful, leading to the Church’s exponential growth in Nsukka Diocese.
“As a priest and worker in God’s Vineyard, he lived an exemplary and impactful life, building the Church and guiding countless souls with love and wisdom,” the President said.
President Tinubu commiserated with Bishop Okobo’s family, the Catholic faithful of Nsukka Diocese, and the people and government of Enugu State on the demise of this shepherd of the flock.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the revered clergyman’s soul.
Bishop Okobo was ordained to the Priesthood in 1966 at 29 and served as a priest for 54 years.
Following his Episcopal Ordination in 1991, he served as the Local Ordinary of the Nsukka Diocese for 34 years.
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Falana Calls on Govt to Extend Free Medical Services to All Indigent Pregnant Women
Falana Calls on Govt to Extend Free Medical Services to All Indigent Pregnant Women
Prominent Lawyer and human rights activitst, Mr Femi Falana SAN, has called on the federal government, state governments and the Federal Capital Territory to extend free caesarean section to all indigent pregnant women.
In a statement on Sunday, Falana, who is the Chair, Alliance on Surviving Covid 19 and Beyond (ASCAB), said doing so was the only way to reduce maternal mortality and infant mortality to the barest minimum in Nigeria.
Falana’s statement read: “Sometime in November last year, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, announced that free caesarean sections would be provided to Nigerian women in need. The Minister made the announcement during the launch of the ‘Maternal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative.’
“In April this year, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) said it has commenced free Caesarean Sections (CS) for pregnant women in over 100 hospitals across the country. The Director-General of NHIA, Kelechi Ohiri, disclosed that the intervention is under the Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (CEmONC) Programme.
“Since the initiative represents a commitment to reducing maternal and newborn mortality across Nigeria, the federal government, as well as the state governments and the Federal Capital Territory, should extend it to all indigent pregnant women. This is the only way to reduce maternal mortality and infant mortality to the barest minimum in Nigeria.”
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Phyna’s sister Ruth confirmed dead after Dangote truck accident
Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija winner Phyna, has tragically lost her life after being hit by a Dangote Cement truck. The family announced her passing on Sunday in a statement issued by Eko Solicitors & Advocates. The statement confirmed that Ruth passed away on Sunday morning at about 6:30 am. “With a heavy
Phyna’s sister Ruth confirmed dead after Dangote truck accident
Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija winner Phyna, has tragically lost her life after being hit by a Dangote Cement truck.
The family announced her passing on Sunday in a statement issued by Eko Solicitors & Advocates.
The statement confirmed that Ruth passed away on Sunday morning at about 6:30 am.
“With a heavy heart, the family regrets to announce the passing on to glory of their daughter, sister, and mother on Sunday 31st day of August, 2025, at about 06:30 hrs,” it stated.
Ruth was crushed in an accident at Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
Following outrage from Phyna after her sister’s legs were amputated, Dangote Cement pledged to take responsibility for Ruth’s medical care.
However, in a recent statement, Phyna alleged that the company failed to send her sister abroad for treatment as promised.
Further details revealed that the accident occurred just six days after Ruth graduated from Auchi Polytechnic.
Phyna’s sister Ruth confirmed dead after Dangote truck accident
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