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April 26, 2024 Commencement of Building Demolition for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Scheduled for Saturday

Commencement of Building Demolition for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Scheduled for Saturday

The Federal Government has declared that starting this Saturday, the demolition of structures encroaching the path of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road will begin. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Korede Keisha, announced this during a press conference in Lagos on Thursday.

Keisha has called on all residents whose properties are marked for demolition to consult with the ministry’s secretariat in Lagos to complete any required formalities. She emphasized that the demolition activities are set to kick off this weekend.

"This press briefing serves to inform all stakeholders and affected parties along the project corridor," Keisha explained. "Notices of demolition have been issued to all properties within the designated right of way. We are now inviting anyone with concerns to visit the secretariat from today until tomorrow at 3 pm."

The demolition operations will focus initially on the first three kilometers of the route, commencing Saturday morning. "Anything within the right of way for the first three kilometers of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be cleared starting Saturday," Keisha added.

The outreach aims to address and resolve any issues by Friday evening, particularly for those within the zero to three-kilometer range who have received a notice.

In related news, Minister of Works Dave Umahi recently shared that the construction of the 700 km Lagos-Calabar coastal route, stretching through several states including Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and ending in Cross River, is projected to last eight years and cost approximately N15 trillion, averaging N4 billion per kilometer.

April 25, 2024 Federal Government Considers Moving Suleja Correctional Facility After Prison Break

Federal Government Considers Moving Suleja Correctional Facility After Prison Break

The Federal Government has announced its contemplation of relocating the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Suleja, Niger State, in response to a recent jailbreak where 119 inmates escaped. During a site visit on Thursday, Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, revealed that the facility, originally designed for 250 inmates, currently houses 499.

Confirming the jailbreak, Tunji-Ojo stated that 119 inmates had absconded, with 13 subsequently recaptured. This announcement came following reports that the facility management intended to release the names and photos of the escaped prisoners.

The incident occurred after heavy rainfall on Wednesday night severely damaged the custodial center's infrastructure, including breaching the perimeter fence, enabling the inmates' escape. Adamu Duza, spokesperson for the NCoS, Federal Capital Territory Command, assured collaboration with other security agencies to recapture the remaining fugitives, with plans to publicize their database soon.

April 25, 2024 Rainstorm Destroys Niger Prison, Allowing 118 Inmates to Escape

Rainstorm Destroys Niger Prison, Allowing 118 Inmates to Escape

A heavy rainstorm on Wednesday evening wreaked havoc on the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Suleja, Niger State, resulting in extensive damage to the facility and facilitating the escape of 118 inmates, as revealed in a statement by Adamu Duza, spokesperson for the Federal Capital Territory Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service, on Thursday.

Duza explained that the downpour caused significant damage to the custodial centre's infrastructure, including breaching the perimeter fence, enabling the inmates to flee. In response, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) promptly initiated its recapturing protocols and collaborated with other security agencies to apprehend 10 of the escaped inmates. Efforts to recapture the remaining escapees are currently underway.

Acknowledging the vulnerability of aging facilities, many of which were constructed during the colonial era, Duza affirmed the NCoS's commitment to modernizing its infrastructure. The Controller of Corrections, FCT Command, Francis John, reassured the public that the situation was being managed and encouraged them to continue their daily activities without fear.

The public was urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or sightings of escaped inmates to the nearest security agency.

Meanwhile, the United States highlighted the significant challenge of overcrowding in Nigerian prisons in its '2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Nigeria,' published on its website. The report noted that numerous correctional facilities were grappling with a staggering 50% increase in inmate numbers beyond their intended capacity, indicating a systemic issue. Additionally, it revealed that many of these prisons, some with histories dating back 70 to 80 years, struggled to meet even the most basic standards of living.

April 25, 2024 Fuel Shortage Causes Queues in Abuja and Five Other States

Fuel Shortage Causes Queues in Abuja and Five Other States

Fuel scarcity disrupted operations in Abuja and five additional states on Wednesday, resulting in the closure of numerous filling stations and lengthy queues forming at the limited outlets still dispensing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.

The scarcity left thousands of commuters stranded at bus stops across the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Niger, Gombe, Sokoto, and Anambra states, as transporters struggled to procure fuel for their vehicles, leading to a surge in transport fares.

The shortage in PMS supply to the nation's capital and surrounding states prompted the shutdown of filling stations in the affected areas. Oil marketers announced plans to convene a meeting with the retail subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to investigate the root cause of the shortage and explore solutions.

In Abuja, long queues formed at Conoil and Total filling stations near the NNPC headquarters, causing traffic congestion in the Central Business District. Similarly, several filling stations in Zuba, Niger State, including NNPC and AYM Shafa, remained closed due to the unavailability of petrol.

In Nyanya, Nasarawa State, numerous filling stations were shuttered, further exacerbating the pressure on the few stations still operational. Oil marketers acknowledged the supply shortage and assured the public that discussions with the NNPC were underway to address the issue.

Chief John Kekeocha, the National Secretary of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), highlighted the ongoing investigation into the supply shortfall and expressed optimism about finding a resolution during the scheduled meeting with NNPC.

IPMAN's National President, Abubakar Maigandi, mentioned the potential alleviation of petrol scarcity once the Dangote Petroleum Refinery begins domestic distribution. However, no specific timeline was provided for the refinery's operations.

Chief Ukadike Chinedu, IPMAN's National Public Relations Officer, echoed Maigandi's sentiments and expressed hope for the imminent production of refined petroleum products by the Port Harcourt Refining Company.

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