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Lagos-Ibadan road: Julius Berger, RCC under pressure as FG threatens to take over incomplete sections
Lagos-Ibadan road: Julius Berger, RCC under pressure as FG threatens to take over incomplete sections
The Federal Government will take over any section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway not completed by April.
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, said further delays will not be allowed.
He spoke after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting yesterday.
He said: “We are poised to take over some parts of the route if they are not completed by April because we need to commission that project.”
The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway project, valued at N213 billion, was divided into two phases.
Julius Berger completed the first phase. RCC is working on the second.
Umahi said N30 billion is needed to complete the remaining sections, including an 8.55-kilometer stretch of the Lagos-bound carriageway.
“The contract value of what is left is about N4 billion and then the Lagos-bound is about 8.55 kilometres and this is what we re-scoped.
“That amount is N22 billion so you technically have about N30 billion, even though the total value of the project is N213 billion.
“But don’t forget that what is needed to complete that route is N30 billion,” the minister said.
FEC approved 14 major road contracts worth N242.148 billion across different states.
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One of the projects approved is the Agaye-Kachia-Baro Road in Niger State, awarded to Messrs GR Building Construction Limited at N22 billion.
The council also approved N26.335 billion for the rehabilitation of the Odukpani Junction-Apeti section of the Calabar-Ikom-Ogoja Road in Cross River State, with Samatech as the contractor.
In Ogun State, Messrs HMF Construction Limited will handle the Abeokuta-Ajibo spur to Iyana Mosa Road for N10.89 billion.
Niger Cat has been awarded N9.33 billion to construct the Inoma-Iyaka-Abaji section of the Ibaji-Odulu-Ajibu Road in Anambra State.
For the Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road, Umuahia-Umudike in Abia State, the contract has been awarded to Heartland Construction Company at N14.37 billion.
Another major project is the Kaduna-Jos Road (Phase One) in Kaduna and Plateau States, which Setraco will execute for N33.423 billion.
The Yola-Fufore-Gurin Road in Adamawa State was also approved, with Wis China Worldwide Engineering Limited handling the N11.81 billion contract.
In Ogun State, N13 billion has been allocated for the Ijebu-Igbotita Road.
In Taraba State, Messrs Mode Limited will construct Lamido Road for N7.68 billion.
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The Nkomoro-Isu Road in Enugu and Ebonyi States has been awarded to Arab Contractors at N14.49 billion.
The Ikot-Ekpene Border-Aba-Owerri Road Dualization was also approved for N11.55 billion, with Arab Contractors handling the project.
The Gashi-Bayamari Road (Section 2) in Yobe State has been awarded to Rick-Rock for N9.68 billion.
Arab Contractors will also execute the Ikorodu-Shagamu Road in Lagos State for N27.59 billion.
For the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, the remaining sections will be completed by RCC and Arab Contractors, with N30 billion allocated to finalise the outstanding work.
Umahi said FEC stepped down a proposal for the construction of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) headquarters, directing further research before reconsideration.
Lagos-Ibadan road: Julius Berger, RCC under pressure as FG threatens to take over incomplete sections
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Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
The Delta State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Anambra State, arresting key suspects linked to the case.
Spokesperson SP Bright Edafe disclosed on Sunday that operatives of the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID), acting on credible intelligence, apprehended 25-year-old security guard Godwin Mngumi on 6 December 2025. Mngumi allegedly murdered the retired judge, and authorities also recovered the deceased’s mobile phone from him.
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According to Edafe, Mngumi confessed to inviting a friend, Nnaji Obalum, and another accomplice — who remains at large — to the residence where the crime was committed. Obalum has since been arrested, while a manhunt continues for the third suspect.
The arrests mark a major step forward in the effort to bring all perpetrators of the high-profile murder to justice.
Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
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Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
The Delta State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has made significant strides in its ongoing campaign against cultism and violent crimes. Recent operations, including an intelligence-led arms recovery in Abraka and the arraignment of 18 suspects, highlight the command’s intensified enforcement efforts across the state.
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Spokesperson SP Bright Edafe said on Saturday that the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), under ASP Julius Robinson, executed a successful operation on December 6, 2025, targeting cult-related activities and the proliferation of illegal firearms. Acting on credible intelligence, officers conducted a coordinated search at No. 2 Umeghe Community, Abraka, the residence of Isiakpere Friday, 67.
The move underscores the Delta State Police’s commitment to restoring safety and security in communities affected by criminal and cult-related activities.
Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
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Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
The Nigerian Army has temporarily frozen both statutory and voluntary retirements for certain officers, including Generals, following the nationwide security emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu. The decision aims to bolster manpower as the country faces a surge in kidnappings and worsening insecurity.
The move comes after more than 600 abduction cases were reported in November 2025, including the kidnapping of over 300 students in Niger State, 38 worshippers in Kwara State, and 25 students in Kebbi State.
An internal circular dated December 3 and signed by Maj. Gen. E. I. Okoro on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff cited provisions in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service Officers (HTACOS) 2024, allowing service extensions “in the interest of the service.” The memo explains that officers usually retire upon reaching age limits, completing 35 years of service, or failing promotion/conversion boards, but these rules can be overridden during national emergencies.
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The suspension affects officers who have:
- Failed promotion examinations three times
- Been passed over repeatedly at promotion boards
- Reached rank age limits
- Failed conversion boards thrice
- Completed 35 years of service
Officers granted extensions will remain in service but will not be eligible for further promotions, courses, secondments, or extra-regimental appointments. Those unwilling to continue can still proceed with standard exit procedures.
Commanders have been instructed to communicate the directive and manage morale across units, with the policy to be reviewed once national security conditions improve.
Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
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