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NDPHC Director Urges Reforms and Partnerships to Bridge Infrastructure Gap

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The Executive Director of Corporate Services at the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama, has called for integrated planning, policy reforms, and strong collaboration between the government and private sector to tackle Nigeria’s infrastructure challenges. He made the call on Saturday during the 8th Late Engr. Geoffrey Aiwerioba Public Lecture Series, hosted by the Benin branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) in Benin City. Ogbeide-Ihama praised the Edo State Government under Governor Monday Okpebholo for ongoing infrastructure projects and encouraged stakeholders, including the NSE, to work with the government to close the infrastructure gap. > “With joint efforts, Edo State and Nigeria can achieve lasting development and a better future for citizens,” he said. --- Electricity Act 2023: A Tool for Growth He urged state governments—especially Edo—to take advantage of the Electricity Act 2023, which now allows states to generate, transmit, and d...
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Senate to Hold Nationwide Public Hearings on Constitution Review July 4–5

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The Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution has announced plans to hold two-day public hearings across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones on July 4 and 5, 2025. The hearings are part of a major national consultation to allow Nigerians share their opinions on key issues that will shape the country’s future. According to a statement by Ismail Mudashir, spokesperson for Senator Barau Jibrin, who chairs the committee and serves as Deputy Senate President, the hearings will take place in: Lagos (South West) Enugu (South East) Ikot Ekpene (South South) Jos (North Central) Maiduguri (North East) Kano (North West) Senator Barau urged Nigerians to actively participate, describing the exercise as a crucial step in strengthening democracy. > “This is a critical moment. We want every Nigerian’s voice to be heard in shaping a Constitution that truly reflects the people’s will,” he said. --- What’s Up for Discussion? Over 50 proposals will be reviewed, including: 🏛️ Local Governme...
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Tinubu Hands Over ECOWAS Leadership to Sierra Leone’s President Bio

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  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially ended his two-year tenure as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, handing over the role to President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone. The handover took place on Sunday in Abuja during the 67th Ordinary Session of the Authority, where Tinubu symbolically presented the ECOWAS Emblem to the incoming Chair. Reflecting on his time in office, Tinubu described it as a deep honour and privilege to have led ECOWAS since July 2023. He thanked fellow West African leaders for their trust and support throughout his tenure. > “As I hand over to my great friend and brother, President Julius Maada Bio, I do so with a sense of fulfilment and hope for the future of West Africa,” Tinubu said. Focus on Peace, Unity, and Progress President Tinubu expressed confidence that ECOWAS will continue to move forward in its mission of achieving peace, stability, and prosperity across the region. He urged member states to stay united ...
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Kano Expands Campaign Against Open Defecation, Adds Six More LGAs

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  The Kano State Government has stepped up its campaign to end open defecation, with six more local government areas joining the initiative aimed at improving hygiene and public health. According to a statement released on Sunday by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Mustapha Muhammad, the new additions bring the total number of participating LGAs to 26. Out of these, 15 LGAs have already achieved Open Defecation Free (ODF) status, and certificates of attainment will soon be issued to them. The campaign is being carried out in partnership with UNICEF and is implemented through the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) under the Ministry of Rural and Urban Development. As part of the effort, the government has distributed key hygiene and awareness tools, including: Information and education materials Improved latrine covers Tippy Tap handwashing kits Public sensitization banners “We’re Changing Behaviour, Not Just Distributing Materials” — RUWASA Bos...
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FG Invests Over ₦200 Billion to Boost Agriculture, Ensure Food Security — Minister

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  The Federal Government has invested more than ₦200 billion in Nigeria’s agricultural sector to boost food production and achieve national food security. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, made this known in a statement released on Sunday. He said the ministry had also distributed fertilizers worth over ₦2.15 million free of charge to farmers across the country to support cultivation and increase yields. > “The Ministry has invested over ₦200 billion in agricultural interventions and has given out over ₦2.15 million worth of fertilizers free to farmers nationwide,” Kyari said. He also thanked the Government of The Gambia for seeking a partnership with Nigeria to improve food production and drive economic growth in both countries. Progress Towards Food Security The minister acknowledged that the journey toward food sufficiency in Nigeria has not been easy but pointed to progress made with help from international development partners like the Food and ...
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Nigerian Army Urges Public Support in Fight Against Insecurity

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  The Nigerian Army has appealed to the public for more support in its efforts to tackle banditry and terrorism across the country. It expressed concern that some residents of troubled communities were not providing timely information that could help security agencies stop attacks and arrest criminals. Major General Obinna Onubogu, the General Officer Commanding 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, made this known during a media briefing on Saturday in Akure, Ondo State. The event was organised by the Army Headquarters Department of Civil-Military Affairs. Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, Onubogu said the army is actively involved in operations in Benue, Plateau, Kwara, and other states affected by insecurity. He explained that President Bola Tinubu recently gave clear orders for the military to take stronger action in areas affected by violent attacks, particularly in the North Central region. “We are already on the ground in Benue and...
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World Bank Warns of Hidden Debt Crisis, Calls for 'Radical Transparency' Among Developing Nations

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  The World Bank has issued a strong warning to developing countries, urging them to adopt sweeping reforms in debt reporting to avert a looming global financial crisis driven by opaque and undisclosed borrowing. In a newly released report titled “Radical Debt Transparency”, the Bretton Woods institution cautioned that many countries face rising fiscal instability due not only to external economic shocks, but to the growing prevalence of hidden loans and unconventional financing arrangements. > “Debt transparency is essential to safeguarding and monitoring debt sustainability,” the report stated. “Yet too often, the world learns of unsustainable debt only when it’s too late.” --- Opaque Borrowing: A Crisis Brewing in the Shadows The report, released on Friday, underscores how off-budget financing, private placements, central bank swaps, and collateralized loans have become increasingly common—yet remain poorly reported. The World Bank called on both borrowers and lenders to publ...
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