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Umahi: Road Infrastructure Is Part Of Tinubu’s Larger Programme Of Fighting Insecurity
Umahi: Road Infrastructure Is Part Of Tinubu’s Larger Programme Of Fighting Insecurity
The Federal Government has officially flagged off the rehabilitation of the Bama-Banki Road and the Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Road in Borno State on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Muna City Gate, Km 10 along the Maiduguri-Dikwa-Gamboru Road,
Umahi: Road Infrastructure Is Part Of Tinubu’s Larger Programme Of Fighting Insecurity,
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Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, said the projects are part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s determination to complete long-abandoned strategic road infrastructure and use development as a tool for restoring peace and prosperity.
According to the Minister, President Tinubu has demonstrated uncommon courage by reviving projects that had remained on the drawing board for years.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a man destined to retake this country. It is very certain that all that were impossible to be done before are now being done. One of the projects from Kano-Maiduguri, whose Section 5 is here, was awarded in 2006. It is this President that is actualizing the sections that have not been completed, especially the one in Maiduguri. The Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Roads were awarded in 2021, but it is this President that is actualizing them. That means he is a great dreamer, thinker and actualizer, with the audacity to do the impossible,” Umahi said.
The Minister stressed that the projects go beyond road construction, noting that they form part of President Tinubu’s broader security strategy for the country.
“These road infrastructure projects are part of the larger programme of President Tinubu in fighting insecurity. When these projects are completed, our people in the North-East will benefit because they lead to Chad and Cameroon. But the greater interest is that our military forces will have roads to combat whatever might be left of the insurgency,” he stated.
Representing President Tinubu at the ceremony, Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima noted the strategic importance of quality roads in addressing insecurity, saying infrastructure and national security are inseparable.
“Bad roads are also a security risk. A corridor that is difficult for citizens to travel is equally difficult for security personnel to patrol and protect,” the Vice President said, describing the roads as projects of “special strategic weight.”
He also commended the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, and the Minister of State for Works, Barr. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, for driving the implementation of the projects.
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, described the occasion as another milestone in the state’s journey towards lasting peace and recovery.
“It is not just the commencement of two major infrastructure projects in Borno State, but it symbolizes renewed hope for our people and a stronger commitment to restoring normalcy across our state. They are immensely strategic because they connect communities affected by insurgency and facilitate the movement of people as well as access to markets and essential services,” the Governor said.
President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, attributed the successful commencement of the projects to the strong collaboration between the Federal Government and the private sector, while paying glowing tribute to the leadership style of the Minister of Works.
“This progress would not have been possible without the collaboration and partnership with the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON. I call him by a name, ‘the conqueror,’ because he continues to conquer all obstacles on his path.”
Dangote further described the Minister as a hands-on administrator who is deeply committed to infrastructure delivery.
“The Honourable Minister shows up at meetings with a sharpened pencil and paper, sketching roads and bridges whenever we run into challenges. I believe the Honourable Minister truly enjoys this job as a passion and would rather be in the sun with his hat, engaging contractors and holding them accountable, than be behind his desk.”
He noted that the flag-off is another milestone in Nigeria’s infrastructure development drive and disclosed that the Dangote Group is currently constructing about 12 road projects across the six geopolitical zones of the country.
“Altogether, these projects span over 1,000 kilometres, representing a combined investment of more than ₦3 trillion in high-quality concrete roads. I want to assure the Government that we are a highly tax-paying company and we can take on more roads,” Dangote added.
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, Senator Allwell Onyeso, described the road as historic and applauded President Tinubu for giving it the attention it deserved.
“This is a historic road. We thank our President for remembering this road and giving it the importance, regard and urgency it deserves,” he said.

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Similarly, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Works, Hon. Akin Alabi, praised the cordial working relationship between the Federal Ministry of Works and the National Assembly.
“I want to advise other ministers and agencies to emulate your relationship with the National Assembly. It makes our job easier,” he said.
Francis Nwaze, FIPMD
Senior Speacial Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Works, Media
July 5, 2026.
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IGP Disu Receives (LASU) Alumni Association Delegation, Conferred With Emeritus Membership
IGP Disu Receives (LASU) Alumni Association Delegation, Conferred With Emeritus Membership
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, Thursday, 22nd October 2026, received a delegation of the Lagos State University (LASU) Alumni Association led by its President, Mr Morisson Quakers, SAN, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. During the visit, the Association conferred emeritus membership on the IGP in recognition of his achievements and contributions to public service.
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Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Association’s President commended the IGP’s leadership and commitment to people-centred policing, personnel welfare and inter-agency collaboration. He noted that the policy direction and priorities of his administration would shape the legacy of his tenure and assured him of the Association’s continued support.
The Chairman of the Association’s Board of Trustees, Mr Lekan Ogunbanwo, described the IGP as a worthy representative of the University and commended his accessibility and dedication to service.
In his remarks, the IGP expressed appreciation for the honour bestowed on him by the alumni and acknowledged the University’s contribution to his personal and professional development and the encouragement he had received from fellow alumni throughout his career.

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The IGP also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen professionalism and improve personnel welfare through institutional initiatives and partnerships. He called for greater public understanding and cooperation with police officers in the discharge of their duties, acknowledging the demands and sacrifices associated with policing.
The Inspector-General of Police thanked the Association for its goodwill and reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining ties with his alma mater while advancing the Force’s mandate to protect lives and property and serve the public.
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Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
22nd October, 2026
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Nigerian Navy, NDLEA Recover Drugs in Joint Operations, Arrest 10 Suspects in Warri
Nigerian Navy, NDLEA Recover Drugs in Joint Operations, Arrest 10 Suspects in Warri
The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested 10 suspects and recovered assorted substances suspected to be illicit drugs during a joint operation in the Warri general area of Delta State.
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The operation, conducted by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) DELTA and NDLEA from 19 to 20 October 2026, targeted locations suspected of being used for the storage, sale and distribution of illicit drugs. Items recovered included five cards of tramadol, 20 litres of Monkey Tail, 20 kilogrammes of cannabis, 10 kilogrammes of Colorado and other related exhibits.
The suspects and recovered exhibits were handed over to the NDLEA Warri Area Command for further investigation and necessary legal action.

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The operation reflects the Nigerian Navy’s contribution to tackling drug-related criminality through intelligence-led collaboration with relevant law enforcement agencies. The Navy will continue to support coordinated efforts to disrupt illicit drug distribution networks and strengthen security within its area of responsibility.
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Navy Captain
Director Naval Information.
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Nigeria Customs, TMPL Test Cutting-Edge Cargo Scanners in China Ahead of Deployment
Nigeria Customs, TMPL Test Cutting-Edge Cargo Scanners in China Ahead of Deployment
A high-powered delegation of experts from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Trade Modernisation Project Limited (TMPL) recently completed a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the newly acquired Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) equipment and Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) in China.
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The two-week exercise, led by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs (DCG) in charge of the Information Communication and Technology/Modernisation Department, Oluyomi Adebakin, took place from 9 to 20 October 2026 at Nuctech Company Limited’s facility in China, the manufacturer of the advanced systems. The delegation conducted comprehensive technical verification of the high-tech scanners and the Electronic Cargo Tracking System, designed to work in synergy to enhance cargo examination and real-time monitoring from port to destination.
During the test, DCG Adebakin reaffirmed Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi’s commitment to using technology as a catalyst for trade facilitation, revenue optimisation, and national security. She said the FAT is a crucial quality-assurance process to ensure the scanners and tracking system meet contractual specifications and global operational standards before shipment to Nigeria.
“The Nigeria Customs Service, under the leadership of CGC Adeniyi, is committed to ensuring that we deploy only cutting-edge, fit-for-purpose technology that will fast-track cargo examination, reduce dwell time, and enhance our ability to detect concealments and prohibited items, improve revenue generation, as well as facilitate legitimate trade”, CG Adebakin said.
For his part, the Acting Comptroller, Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII), Deputy Comptroller of Customs Umar Madugu, noted that deploying the new scanners and ECTS will significantly reduce the need for 100% physical examination, minimise human contact, curb cargo diversion, and improve efficiency across Customs formations.
Speaking on behalf of Trade Modernisation Project Limited, the company’s General Manager, Bamidele Chinedu, described the FAT as a milestone in implementing the TMP, stressing that integrating NII scanners and the Electronic Cargo Tracking System is central to achieving a transparent, technology-driven Customs system.

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Also speaking, Niu Chao, Project Manager, Nuctech Company Limited, China, expressed the company’s commitment to delivering world-class equipment, technical support, capacity building, and after-sales services.
During the exercise, technical experts from both NCS and TMPL were also trained to handle, operate, and maintain the scanners and the ECTS to ensure seamless deployment and sustainability in Nigeria.
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