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Government Awards N640 Million Contract For Maternal Healthcare, Market Project In Anambra
Government Awards N640 Million Contract For Maternal Healthcare, Market Project In Anambra
The government of Anambra State, the executive council has awarded a contract of N639.83 million for developmental projects aimed at promoting economic growth and improving social services.
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The information commissioner, Law Mefor, disclosed this in a statement after the council meeting on Tuesday.
Mr Mefor said the council approved N237 million for the remodelling of Afouzo Market in Isuofia, Aguata LGA, and awarded the contract to Crystal Dove Construction Company Ltd.
He said the council also approved the release of N402.83 million for the supply of routine antenatal medicines and associated services under the state government’s free antenatal and delivery healthcare initiative.
According to him, the contract was awarded to Jessy Pharmaceutical Company Ltd and Award Global Company Ltd.
Mr Mefor said the approvals underscored the government’s commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable development through projects and policies designed to boost the economy, protect the environment and improve educational standards.
He said market regeneration would remain a priority because markets constituted the largest sector of the state’s economy.
“To ensure clean, green, planned and sustainable communities, markets and cities, regeneration of markets will continue.
The council expressed concern over traders who displayed wares on roads after crossing barricades, thereby causing traffic obstruction and safety hazards.
“As part of measures to address the problem, some markets will be relocated and fenced off from major roads,” he said.
The commissioner also announced that the state government would soon commence enforcement of its Catch-pit Law to address flooding and related environmental challenges.
He said the council identified erosion as the greatest existential threat facing the state and attributed much of the damage to human activities, including poor stormwater management, construction on flood channels and indiscriminate tree felling.
Mr Mefor said the government would enforce existing environmental laws requiring every household to construct catch pits to reduce stormwater runoff and protect roads and infrastructure.
On social welfare, he said the council resolved to sustain Governor Charles Soludo’s administration’s flagship policies on free education, free antenatal care and free delivery services for pregnant women.
He further disclosed that the council approved the introduction of a school adoption programme under which wealthy individuals and corporate organisations would partner with schools across the state.
According to him, the initiative will enable schools to benefit from the resources, expertise and experience of adopters through the administration’s Public-Private-Community Partnership framework.
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Mr Mefor also said the council approved plans for a new law to establish standards and minimum conduct requirements for administrators of public and private primary and secondary schools.
He said the proposed legislation would address exploitative and arbitrary levies, unnecessary ceremonies and the practice of preventing students from reusing textbooks.
According to him, the council’s resolutions reflect the commitment of Mr Soludo’s administration to building a livable and prosperous state through infrastructure development, environmental protection, law and order, and human capital development.
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NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has unveiled a nationwide ₦66 fuel discount promotion for customers using the NNPC Fuel App.
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In a post obtained from its X handle on Friday, the promotion, which runs from October 1 to 7, is being held across NNPC stations nationwide as part of activities marking the period.
“The ₦66 Discount Promo is ongoing & the excitement is already happening across our stations nationwide!
“All over Nigeria, our customers are getting in on the action & there’s still time for you to benefit!
The promo runs from 1–7 October on the NNPC Fuel App,” the post read.
NNPC said customers across the country have already begun participating in the promotion, with highlights from the first day showing activities at several stations.
“Keep fueling, keep transacting and keep your eyes on our pages,” the post read.
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NNPC also shared moments from the first day of the promotion and said more pictures and activities from stations across the country would be released.
The company urged customers not to miss the opportunity to participate before the promotion ends on October 7.
The ₦66 discount offer is available through the NNPC Fuel App during the stated promotional period.
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NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed the readiness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to explore a strategic partnership with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) to strengthen indigenous capacity in aircraft spares production, technology transfer and specialised technical training.
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The CAS stated this on 29 September 2026 when the Chairman of IVM, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CON, paid a courtesy visit to him at Headquarters NAF, Abuja.
Discussions focused on leveraging IVM’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities to support NAF operational requirements and advance local content in the defence sector. Chief Chukwuma highlighted IVM’s interest and capability in the production of selected aircraft parts and spares, while also showcasing its CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities.
The CAS welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed NAF’s commitment to partnerships that promote local production, technology transfer and human-capacity development. He also expressed interest in exploring affordable vehicle acquisition options for NAF personnel through convenient payment arrangements, subject to further engagement and applicable procedures.
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The engagement underscores the CAS’s drive to harness indigenous innovation and local expertise to strengthen NAF capability and personnel welfare, while supporting Nigeria’s broader pursuit of technological self-reliance and industrial development.
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Nigerian Navy Disclaims Recurrent Fake Recruitment on Social Media
The Nigerian Navy has observed the recurrent circulation of fake recruitment notices on social media platforms and other unofficial channels, purportedly announcing Nigerian Navy recruitment exercises. The Nigerian Navy wishes to state categorically that such notices are not authorised and should not be regarded as official recruitment announcements.
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The Nigerian Navy therefore advises prospective applicants and members of the public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources. All official information concerning Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, will be communicated exclusively through authorised Nigerian Navy channels. The official recruitment website is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, while the Nigerian Navy’s official website is https://navy.mil.ng.
Members of the public are particularly warned against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment. Recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
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The Nigerian Navy will continue to monitor and address the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information and urges the public to rely solely on its official communication channels for accurate and verified information on recruitment exercises.
Signed
AA FOLORUNSHO Director Naval Information
Captain (Nigerian Navy)
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