…project. According to Nwofor, the contract for the internal roads was awarded to Setraco Construction Limited in February 2024, while work commenced in November 2024. The project comprises 10 distinct internal roads spanning approximately 8.6 kilometres, complete with side drains and outfall discharge systems. It featu…

…Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has clarified President Bola Tinubu’s recent comments on the construction of flyovers by state governors, saying the President did not condemn governors for building the infrastructure. It was earlier reported that Tinubu urged state governors to stop building flyovers in areas with low traf…

…among selected strategic infrastructure projects, with N2.23tn disbursed to fund its construction. The Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway followed with N1.11tn, while N489.3bn was paid for the Trans-Sahara Superhighway. Checks showed that the three highway projects alone accounted for about N3.83tn of the N6.47tn infrastructu…

…subnational governments. While some governors have linked higher FAAC receipts to road construction, bridges, healthcare, education, workers’ welfare and other projects, residents in some states said the increased revenue had not resulted in improved public services or reduced economic hardship. Findings by The PUNCH s…

The Lagos State Government has commenced the construction of six roads in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government and Ifelodun Local Council Development Area, with the projects expected to improve access to markets and public facilities, ease movement and strengthen economic activity in the densely populated communities. The…

…Erekesan Market is temporarily suspended but will soon resume, while the Alaaye Palace reconstruction has reached an advanced stage, courtesy of a take-off grant from Governor Oyebanji.”

…economic landscape. Oluyede said the significance of the road projects went beyond construction, saying, “A road is not just a road. It is an economic corridor. It connects farmers to markets, manufacturers to consumers, workers to opportunities and communities to the wider national economy. If we reduce the time and c…

…for completion within two years but was abandoned in October 2008. Eighteen years after construction stopped, Alausa said President Bola Tinubu’s intervention had provided fresh momentum and resources for the project. The minister said the President directed the ministry to explore available funding sources, including…

…for youth engagement, including the rehabilitation of the Ilorin Stadium and the construction of new stadiums in Lafiagi and Offa. According to him, the facilities are expected to support sports development and provide additional opportunities for young people to engage in productive activities. Ndanusa also highlighte…

…as ‘iron condemned’ pickers, are increasingly stripping Lagos bridges, old buildings, construction sites and even occupied homes of valuable materials. The scavengers remove reinforcement rods, roofing sheets and electrical wiring, selling the materials as scrap while leaving structures damaged and weakened. Read here:…

…the increased revenue. While some governors have linked higher FAAC receipts to road construction, bridges, healthcare, education, workers’ welfare and other projects, residents in some states said the increased revenue had not resulted in improved public services or reduced economic hardship. In the first six months o…

…and human capital development He listed agriculture, manufacturing, technology, construction, energy and the creative industry as sectors that could drive economic growth and create jobs He also called for stronger intelligence gathering, improved coordination among security agencies, better border management, technolo…

…projects and investments. The group cited the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, reconstruction and dualisation of the Ore-Ondo-Akure and Owo-Benin road corridors, the Federal University of Technology Teaching Hospital and the proposed Aviation College as some of the projects that could transform the state. ORF asked: “The…

…elections. Wike made the call on Thursday in Abuja during an inspection of the ongoing construction of the 5-kilometre Zaudna-Kaba-Kagini Road. The minister, who campaigned for Aduda, who lost the FCT Senate seat to Kingibe in 2023, described him as a “man of the people” with the experience needed to represent the inte…

…Aliko Dangote, through the Aliko Dangote Foundation, has pledged ₦600m towards the construction of a girls’ hostel at Lagos State University and offered employment opportunities to first-class graduates in Engineering and Sciences, the university management has disclosed. The commitments were announced on LASU’s Facebo…

…security, healthcare, education and agriculture across the state. He listed the construction and rehabilitation of roads, expansion of healthcare facilities, renovation and construction of schools, as well as agricultural interventions among the projects implemented by his administration. The governor also urged the ne…

…building health centers, he’s renovating existing health centers, he’s turned Kano to a construction site,” he said. On concerns over poverty, Jibrin acknowledged that poverty remained a problem but argued that it had persisted under successive administrations. He said governments should instead be assessed on their ef…

…including the provision of regulated boats, life jackets, trained operators and the construction of bridges or alternative crossings where necessary. "No farmer should have to risk his or her life simply to access a farm and provide food for the family," Dan'iya said.The tragedy occurred exactly one year after a simila…

…boats and life jackets, training of boat operators, emergency response equipment and construction of bridges or alternative crossings where necessary. He condoled with the families of the deceased, the Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government and the people of Sokoto State, while praying for the repose of the victims…

…and retired personnel and their families. Oluyede also disclosed that the ongoing construction of the Defence Hospital would reserve a percentage of its patronage for veterans. According to him, the initiatives had the backing of President Bola Tinubu, who had provided resources to support measures aimed at appreciatin…

…to keep operations running. Transport companies, manufacturers, telecoms operators, construction firms and other diesel-reliant businesses could see their operating costs climb if the price increase flows through to the retail level.The adjustment comes as global crude oil markets remain under pressure. Brent crude has…

…faced by motorists while the government awaited the commencement of comprehensive reconstruction after the rains. “A few weeks ago, I met with the leadership of the Ovia Federal Constituency. I made them understand that we were going to do palliative work pending when the rain subsides,” Idahosa said. The Project Engin…

…to benefit from mortgage financing.7. Unavailable interim securityApplicants seeking construction loans or loans for outright property purchases are required to provide interim security.This may include a Certificate of Occupancy or relevant land registration documents. Failure to provide the required security may prev…

…facility from the International Development Association and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development in support of Nigeria’s Actions for Investment and Job Acceleration development policy financing. “This is a concessional facility with repayments of about 30 years, which we are going to dedicate to he…

…Hubs across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to boost local production, reduce construction costs and improve access to affordable housing. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while declaring open the 56th Conference and Annual General Meeting of…