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Support Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project – Ohanaeze to Atiku
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has called upon former Vice President Alhaji Abubakar Atiku to throw his support behind the Lagos-Calabar coastal project. Ohanaeze also urged Atiku to endorse the efforts of the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government and Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, in delivering a successful project. The organization noted that the numerous ongoing road projects were inherited from the previous administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Atiku had recently criticized the claims made by the administration led by President Bola Tinubu regarding the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project, branding it as wasteful and fraudulent. This response came after the Works Minister, Umahi, suggested that the 700km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway could cost approximately N15.6 trillion.
In response to Atiku’s remarks, factional Secretary-General of Ohanaeze, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, released a statement on Sunday stating that the completion of the project could have significant implications for key political players, including Atiku Abubakar. The statement highlighted the potential economic benefits of the project for Nigerians, but also noted the concerns it has raised among opposition politicians, particularly regarding its impact on Atiku’s political aspirations.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo carefully analyzed the processes surrounding the inception of the 700km Coastal Lagos-Calabar route, including the presidential endorsement and the assignment of contracts to the Hi-Tech Company. The organization expressed support for Minister Umahi’s efforts in overseeing the project’s construction and emphasized the need to protect these endeavors from distractions orchestrated by critics.
As events unfold, Atiku Abubakar is encouraged to support President Tinubu and Minister Umahi in delivering the ongoing road projects inherited from the previous administration. Minister Umahi’s leadership, backed by a presidential mandate for innovative infrastructure development, is seen as pivotal in fostering economic growth and prosperity for all Nigerians.
Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.
Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.
This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.
The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.
In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.
As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:
- Spain vs Canada
- Brazil vs Cameroon
- Colombia vs South Korea
- Mexico vs USA
- North Korea vs Austria
- Germany vs Argentina
- Netherlands vs France
- Japan vs Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.
In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.
A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.
Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.
He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).
Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
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