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Governor Sani Sets To break Own Record After Completion Of Birnin Gwari Road: KADRA MD
Governor Sani Sets To break Own Record After Completion Of Birnin Gwari Road: KADRA MD
Governor Sani Sets to break own record after completion of Birnin Gwari road: KADRA MD. He said the road will set a new record as 66 farming communities across Birnin Gwari Local Government will benefit from the project.
Governor Uba Sani will break his own record, when the 36km Bagoma-Gagumi road project in Birnin Gwari local government is completed, surpassing the Gadan Gayan-Gwaraji-Kujama road that was earlier commissioned in February.
The Managing Director of Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr. Abdullahi Baba Ahmed, who disclosed this while on an inspection visit at the project site, described the Governor’s rural transformation as revolutionary.
It will be recalled that the Governor had commissioned the longest road that had been constructed the last two decades, cutting across three local governments last February.
The road 35km that stretches from Igabi, to Kajuru and Chikun local governments, includes a 130-metre bridge over River Kaduna which serves several rural communities.
Speaking during the inspection tour of the Bagoma-Gagumi road at the weekend, Dr Baba Ahmed disclosed that the road will set a new record as 66 farming communities across Birnin Gwari local government will benefit from the project when completed.
“The road will link farmers to markets, residents to schools and hospitals, and is expected to open up the area to significantly impact the local economy,” he stated.
Highlighting the benefits of the Bagoma-Gagumi road, he said that “Birnin Gwari is one of Nigeria’s leading maize-producing local governments, and this road will greatly improve the transportation of produce and boost economic growth.’’
According to the Managing Director of KADRA, the 66 farming communities will also have better access to markets, schools, and healthcare, including better jobs.
He argued that the Bagoma-Gagumi road project is part of Governor Uba Sani’s broader initiative to build 1,345 kilometers of roads across 20 local government areas, adding that he has launched 150 projects and has so far completed 66 of them.
The MD said that road is being constructed by CGC Nigeria Limited, a major construction firm which specialises in infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, and water supply.
Dr Baba Ahmed noted that although the project is expected to be completed by the end of the year, the contractor however promised to deliver ahead of schedule.
CGC Northern Regional Manager, Mr Wang Hongxi disclosed that “we have mobilized more workers and are working around the clock to ensure timely completion of the project.’’
Residents of Bagoma and Gagumi communities expressed hope that the 36 kilometre road will improve their lives and create economic opportunities.
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“The road, which had been in a state of disrepair for years, is being transformed into a modern highway, easing transportation and boosting economic activities in the area.”
“We are grateful to Governor Uba Sani for his commitment to improving our infrastructure,” Alhaji Musa Bagoma, a resident of the area told newsmen.
Alhaji Dangajere Gagumi, a local trader, also said that “this road will change our lives. We will be able transport our goods to the market more easily, and our children can attend school without worrying about the rough terrain.”
On his part, Mallam Ibrahim Mande attested that the Governor Uba Sani ‘’administration is truly committed to improving the lives of rural dwellers. This road is a testament to that commitment, and we are grateful for his efforts.”
Pensioners Threaten Nationwide Protest, Demand Governors Urgently Review Payment
The National Association of Retirees of State Governments has threatened a nationwide protest unless state governors urgently review pension payments in line with existing labour laws.
Simon Anchaver, president of the union, made the call in Yenagoa at the inauguration of the Bayelsa interim executive of the newly registered union.
The union demanded that the 36 state governors prioritise pension payments.
They equally called on President Bola Tinubu to establish a ministry for pension affairs to guarantee annual budgetary allocations for pensioners’ welfare.
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The union bemoaned the arbitrary payment of pensions by some governors, and commended the Nasarawa state governor for releasing N7 billion to clear pension arrears and gratuity.
Its national secretary, Bipre Ndiomu, said the union was newly registered and currently inaugurating state executives. He urged state governors to put in place the modalities to guarantee the welfare of pensioners across the country.
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Bayelsa’s head of service, Wisdom Sawyer, urged the executive to serve as a bridge between retirees and the government, adding that the state government was open to engagement on outstanding issues.
The newly inaugurated state chairman, Bazigha Tanwei, accepted the mandate and promised an open-door policy, regular consultations with members, and sustained advocacy with the state government to clear arrears.
Financial Literacy: NNPC Foundation Trains Batch A Stream 2 Corps Members
In continuation of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives on financial literacy, the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte has conducted its second 2026 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) skills empowerment training for Batch A, Stream 2 corps members at the FCT NYSC Orientation Camp, Kubwa, Abuja, over the weekend.
Delivered in partnership with the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) scheme, the programme covers financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and business development. Its training structure also includes a financial literacy test, a “Kick Start My Business” course, and business proposal pitching.
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Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Emmanuella Arukwe, who was represented by the Head, Programme Management, Rose Okonkwo, noted that over one million corps members have been trained nationwide through the programme.
Acting Director of SAED, Usman Yahaya, commended the NNPC Foundation for its consistent support, urging the corps members to acquire multiple skills during their service year in order to position themselves as job creators and not job seekers.
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It would be recalled that last year, 531 youths received Starter Packs and financial support to help them launch their businesses, with most beneficiaries recording measurable progress across their various enterprises.
The NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte has, through the financial literacy programme, sustained its commitment to preparing young Nigerians towards sustainable careers and self-reliance, contributing to national economic growth and development.
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NNPC: Commissioning, Handover Of Rehabilitated Hospital Wards At National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi
NNPC: Commissioning, Handover Of Rehabilitated Hospital Wards At National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi
This intervention forms part of the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure across Nigeria, ensuring that more patients receive care in decent, functional facilities.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, 29th April 2026, the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte., the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of NNPC Limited, will commission and hand over three fully rehabilitated hospital wards with a 100-bed capacity at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos State.
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The event is scheduled to begin at 11:00 am prompt.
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This intervention forms part of the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure across Nigeria, ensuring that more patients receive care in decent, functional facilities.
Watch the commissioning LIVE on the NNPC Limited YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nnpclimited/streams
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