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  The community leaders of Ikenga community in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra state have applauded the infrastructure drive of Governor Charles Soludo, with the completion of the 10.95 kilometers road that connects the Igboukwu, Ikenga, Ekwulobia, and Ezinifite communities. This is a reflection of Governor Soludo's ongoing economic and infrastructure transformation of Anambra which spans through key sectors of the state's economy, and as contained in his 2025 budget. The leaders praised Soludo's quest to facilitate the easy movement of goods within the various communities in the local government area and to ensure the free flow of economic activities for a better standard of living. According to Izuchuckwu Uzor, "Governor Soludo’s solution has come to our community, and this will bring huge transformation to the entire Aguata Local Government". He commended the governor for his visionary leadership. The Ikenga community since its creation had no tarred ro...

    By Toby Prince   In the heart of Nigeria's digital economy, a story of patriotism and resilience unfolds. The telecommunications sector, a driving force behind the country's growth, has been facing unprecedented challenges. Despite its significant contributions to Nigeria's social and economic development, the sector has been struggling to keep up with the rising costs of operations.   For nearly a decade, telecom tariffs in Nigeria remained unchanged, while the demand for data and voice services skyrocketed. The cost of operations, however, surged due to rising energy costs, inflation, currency devaluation, and increased costs of importing telecom equipment. These mounting expenses threatened the very foundation of the sector, making it difficult for operators to maintain infrastructure and deliver high-quality services.   In the face of these challenges, telecom operators requested tariff adjustments to reflect the current cost of delivering services. The ...

 * The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has visited the Assistant inspector general of police Zone 2, Adegoke Fayoade, the Lagos state commissioner of police, Ishola Olanrewaju, and several police stations in commemoration of his annual thanksgiving programs. The 2025 Thanksgiving tagged ’21 Days of Appreciation’ began on Sunday, 26th of January 2025 with an award ceremony organized for church members after which he visited members in their homes on Monday. Wednesday, which marked the fourth day of appreciation featured visits to these distinguished personalities mentioned above. During his visit, Primate Ayodele appreciated the gallant officers for their efforts to maintain peace and orderliness in the society. He commended them for being the reason behind the peace experienced across Lagos state. Most especially in tackling armed robbery and cultism, Primate Ayodele commended the police officers for drastically reducing the menace across the sta...

  * * The Oyo State government has opened the rehabilitated Eleyele-Water road in Ibadan, highlighting the state’s drive toward infrastructure renewal and urban development. The road was opened today by the Chairman, Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency, OYSROMA, Hon. Busoye Ogunlade.  Ogunlade, speaking in Ibadan during the opening emphasised the pivotal role of transportation infrastructure in driving economic growth and improving the quality of life in Oyo State. He said the road will ease traffic on the Eleyele- Sango road, saying it will serve as a diversion for those heading towards Ologuneru road. According to the Chairman, the Agency facilitated the repair of deteriorated asphalt sections of the road, stating that the repair work took about a week. “The Eleyele-Water road was completed  this year, and today, we are delighted to open it for the use of the people living in this axis. Presently, the Oyo state government is embarking on a massive rehabilitation of roads ...

  In view of the consequences caused by the economic saboteurs against the citizens, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), under the leadership of CGC Adewale Adeniyi, has intensified its crackdown on fuel smuggling, seizing nearly 200,000 litres of petroleum products in Adamawa State under Operation Whirlwind. Announcing the latest development in Yola, Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi condemned smugglers' continued sabotage of Nigeria’s energy sector by describing their actions as a direct assault on the economy. “Despite the well-articulated economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to stabilise the energy sector, some unpatriotic elements remain determined to undermine these efforts through complex smuggling operations.” CGC Adeniyi said. According to him, intelligence-driven operations by NCS officers in the Adamawa/Taraba Command led to the interception of 199,495 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), adding that, “the operatives of Operation ...

  In a resolute and uncompromising enforcement initiative designed to restore traffic discipline and facilitate the unhindered movement of vehicles, operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have apprehended 125 recalcitrant commercial buses and 48 privately owned vehicles for flagrant violations, including unauthorized parking and severe road obstructions. This sweeping crackdown was executed across notorious gridlock-prone corridors such as Idumota, Ijaye Street, Martins, Ereko, Nnamdi Azikiwe by Tom Jones, Ebute-Ero, Oyingbo, Ijora, Adeniji Adele, and Iddo. This rigorous enforcement underscores LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to eradicating chronic traffic congestion and mitigating reckless road practices, particularly among commercial transport operators and private motorists who flout established regulations. A significant number of the offenders were caught engaging in perilous maneuvers, such as driving against traffic (one-way) and executing hazardo...

  The renowned cleric, Prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, has publicly endorsed Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in Edo State. Describing him as divinely chosen, the prophet asserted that Okpebholo is destined to lead and transform the state. Speaking today in Ikeja, Lagos, the distinguished prophet affirmed that no leader is better positioned to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of Edo State than Okpebholo. He emphasized that the senator is God-sent to rescue the state from years of stagnation and ineffective governance. "Senator Okpebholo is the chosen one to liberate the people of Edo State from the shackles of stagnation and backwardness. A critical look at the state reveals a glaring lack of significant achievements by previous administrations. Okpebholo will be the leader to set things right," the prophet declared. He further urged the youth, traditional rulers, and all well-meaning...