Category: Development
NBA Seeks Permanent Injunction Against Trade Minister Over UK Lawyers’ Practice in Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking a permanent injunction to prevent the Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, from allowing UK-licensed lawyers to practice law in Nigeria. This request comes in response to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that the NBA…
Governor Sanwo-Olu Unveils Major Housing Projects in Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today inaugurated two major housing projects aimed at addressing the housing needs of Lagos residents and promoting sustainable urban development. The unveiling took place at the Rising Lagos Apartments and the Greater Lagos LBIC/WGC Apartments, marking significant milestones in the state’s urban renewal initiatives. The Rising Lagos Apartments feature…
Federal Government Cancels Road Expansion Contracts for Obajana-Benin Highway
In a decisive move, the federal government has terminated road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for specific sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. This action was taken due to significant project delays and the contractors’ failure to meet performance expectations. The contracts in question—6136…
Regional Hotel Operation: EFCC Raises Disciplinary Team against Errant Officers
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has formed a Disciplinary Team to investigate the case of two officers who allegedly assaulted a female staff member at Regional Hotel, Ojo, Lagos. The incident, which occurred during an early morning sting operation on Thursday, June 27, 2024, was captured…
Demolition of Illegal Shanties and Kiosks Begins Along Lekki-Ajah Expressway
Date: July 1, 2024 Today, the Monitoring and Compliance team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (@Lawma_gov), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (@LAGESCOfficial), commenced the demolition of illegal shanties and kiosks in Sangotedo, Lakowe, Awoyaya, and other locations along the Lekki-Ajah expressway. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to maintain…
Inauguration of Governing Councils for Federal Tertiary Institutions Set for July 4, 2024
The Federal Government has announced plans to officially inaugurate the governing councils and boards of Federal universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions on July 4, 2024. This development was disclosed by Prof. Aisha Maikudi, the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, during her acceptance speech upon assuming leadership at the institution on Monday….
Federal Government Threatens Contract Termination for Julius Berger and CCECC Over Calabar Itu Road Project
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to Julius Berger and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) regarding their contracts for the Calabar Itu Road project. Minister of Works, David Umahi, has mandated the immediate mobilization of both construction companies to their respective project sites within one week or face potential contract termination. During…
Regional Hotel Operation: Olukoyede Orders Arrest of Officers Involved in Unprofessional Conduct
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has mandated the arrest of two officers implicated in the unprofessional handling of a female staff member at the Regional Hotel in Ojo, Lagos. This directive follows the circulation of a viral video showing the officers assaulting the hotel staff during…
President Tinubu Encourages Governors to Ensure Food Security; Approves National Construction and Household Support Programme
In a move to boost agricultural productivity, strengthen the economy, and provide urgent economic relief, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate rollout of the National Construction and Household Support Programme across all geo-political zones in Nigeria. During the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday, President Tinubu urged state governors to…
Sokoto State House of Assembly to Hold Public Hearing on Sultanate Council Law Amendment
The Sokoto State House of Assembly has announced a public hearing on the proposed amendment to the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law. This significant event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 2nd July 2024, at 2:30 pm in the Mini Chamber of the Assembly Complex. The hearing, organized by the House of Assembly’s dedicated committee,…