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Road Doctor Engineering Limited, Adafat Integrated Services Limited and Goldenjist Engineering Limited were the companies used to ‘execute’ a road project in Kwali Council Area of the Federal Capital Territory that was never completed for 10 years, Beloved John reports. When the first construction company visited Bako village in 2015, the villagers were delighted as it was a pleasant surprise. They anticipated the end of the project, which they assumed to be a neatly tarred road and a good drainage system. The road at the time was filled with potholes and some parts destroyed by erosion. During rainy seasons, it was murky, …

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The bad state of Obollo-Oturkpo road on Enugu-Benue borders makes passengers traveling from Eastern parts of the country to the North apply Enugu-Kogi route, which today records steady kidnap cases. Ben Aroh examines the economic importance of the road in this report. Victims Recount Ordeals Samson Ejikeme, a commercial driver, was in December 2023 kidnapped along Enugu-Kogi border town of Umuopu in Igboeze North Local Government Area of Enugu State. He was kidnapped alongside fourteen passengers in his bus. Ejikeme, 37, said they were held hostage for four days without food, except gari prepared with dirty water sourced from an…

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In the heart of Ondo State, Nigeria, lies the abandoned Araromi Seaside-Lekki Road project. What began with lofty aspirations and ceremonial fanfare has devolved into a saga of broken pledges and vanished contractors. Residents, once hopeful for economic revitalization, now lament the road’s stalled development and ponder its uncertain fate, Alaba Adeyemi of DNN reports. On the 5th day of April 2017, less than two months after the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu-led government was sworn into office, the Ondo State Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for the construction of the Araromi Seaside-Lekki Road. The agreement…

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By TheWhistler The multi-hectares of land donated by neighboring Obeagu Awkunanaw and Amechi Uwani communities to the old Anambra State for the building of the main campus of then Anambra State University of Science and Technology, ASUTECH, have become a source of controversy between the donors and the state following the conversion of the land to private estate development. The ensuing discrepancy over the actual size of the land is among the contentious issues investigated by Ben Aroh in this report. The Concept of Centenary City The Enugu Centenary City was conceptualized by former Governor Sullivan Chime. It was an…

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By Archibong Jeremiah A disturbing pattern emerges in the shadowy corridors of Cross River’s judicial system — Magistrates abusing their power, turning justice into a commodity. The narrative unfolds with stark clarity as TheInvestigator delves into instances of judicial malpractice, revealing a system where justice is often for sale and the vulnerable are exploited for personal gain. From coerced payments for bail reviews to arbitrary fines and questionable judgments, this report sheds light on a system plagued by corruption and the erosion of trust. On February 8, 2019, Mrs. Scholastica Bisong paid Mr. Isiaka Adeleke N1,855,000 for a Toyota Camry,…

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Wondering about the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Here’s the latest update: Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today (Black Market – Aboki Dollar Rate): Discover the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for February 27th, 2024, and make informed decisions: According to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC), The Informant247 gathered that players at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) are buying a dollar for N1600 and selling at N1610 as of February 27th, 2024. Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today: For comparison, here are the CBN…

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By Alaba Adeyemi On October 15, 2022, former governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi inaugurated the Ekiti State Airport in, Ado Ekiti. That was the last project he inaugurated, as the governor of the state before handing over power. The airport cost the state N20 Billion, and one year later, it is still not operational. It has not received any commercial or cargo flight since it was unveiled. In this report, Adeyemi Alaba of Development News Nigeria, DNN looks at the issues surrounding the non-functional Ekiti N20 Billion airport, a year after it was inaugurated. DNN found out that the only aircraft that has landed in…

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By Beloved John | WikkiTimes Despite the risks associated with artisanal mining, more women and children are taking up jobs at mining pits that litter communities in Jos. This is due to the government’s failure to curb violence in the state. In this report, Beloved John documents how the prolonged violence has deprived the people of other means of livelihood, pushing them to search for survival in different mining sites. From a distance, the mining site in Weregn, a borderland between Jos South and Barkin Ladi local government areas, resembles a colony of bees on a honeycomb. A constant flow of miners…

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Daniel Joseph, a 42-year-old man, known as “Dangote,” recently completed a 12-year prison sentence where he utilized his time to train 40 fellow inmates at the Nigeria Correctional Service Centre. The Informant247 gathered. Originally from Benue State, Joseph reflects on his incarceration positively, citing the empowerment he gained during his time served. Despite regrets over a misguided vehicle purchase that led to his imprisonment, he finds solace in the unwavering support of his wife and daughter throughout his incarceration. Joseph speaks on the transformative nature of his experience, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to acquire a practical skill—a washing machine—that…

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Curious about the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Here’s the latest update: Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today (Black Market – Aboki Dollar Rate): Discover the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for February 20th, 2024, and make informed decisions: According to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC), players at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) are buying a dollar for N1800 and selling at N1825 as of February 20th, 2024. Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today: For comparison, here are the CBN rates: Please note that…

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Today, on the 18th of February 2024, the spotlight falls on the dynamic exchange between the US dollar and the Nigerian naira, particularly in the informal market commonly known as the black market. This underground economy, often referred to as the parallel market or Aboki fx, plays a significant role in determining currency valuations. Curious about the current dollar to naira rate today? Let’s delve into the figures. Yesterday, on the 17th of February, the black market exhibited a trading scenario where players engaged in buying a dollar for N1640 and selling it at N1655. These figures, sourced from Bureau…

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By Imam Ahmed Adekunle Nigeria, the largest economy in Africa, has immense potential in the realm of digital innovation. However, its political challenges have been hindering its progress and preventing it from becoming a global leader. The significance of digital innovation in driving global economies is well-known, and countries worldwide are working hard to embrace technological advancements. Nigeria must follow suit and overcome the political obstacles that are impeding its growth and transformation. Nigeria’s digital innovation sector is thriving, but it could achieve accelerated progress if the political impediments are overcome. A comprehensive policy framework, eradication of corruption, increased funding…

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By Ben Aroh | The Whistler Ben Aroh, in this investigative report, explores how farmlands and cash crops of Ezuruike, an agrarian suburb of Ezimo-Agu in Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, were destroyed without compensation in 2019 by Queensec Global Resources Limited, an unlicensed coal mining company. Tales of WoesEmenike Nnadi is from Amadin Clan that owns a part of the land which Queensec constructed some kilometres of winding road to the coal site. “Queensec destroyed many of our palm and cashew trees without compensation. Our major sources of revenue come from these trees. But since the company…

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By Alaba Adeyemi In 2011, Professor Robert Ajayi Boroffice launched his campaign for election as Senator representing Ondo North Senatorial District. He promised to facilitate a cashew processing factory for the district to take advantage of the massive agricultural activity in the area. 13 years and three election cycles later, the Ikakumo Cashew factory has not been completed even as Senator Robert Ajayi Boroffice continues to use it as a campaign promise. Professor Boroffice was elected under the Labour Party to represent Ondo North Senatorial District is made up of six local government areas which are Owo, Ose, Akoko North…

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By AbdurRaheem Sa’ad Dembo Death is inevitable and whenever a soul is taken, it is usually a reminder about the vanity and futility of this world.It is also an indication that no one will live forever on this planet, called earth. It was on the 4th February, 2024 when I read it online that the first civilian Governor of Yobe State, Senator Bukar Abba Ibrahim had passed on in Saudi Arabia. Innalillahi waina ilaihi rajiun! He was an embodiment of humility and generosity. One cannot describe him enough, because of his progressive tenacity. You can’t talk about politics and progress…

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Discover the latest black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for February 11th, 2024. Get insights into the parallel market rates and factors influencing the economic landscape, including the impact on President Tinubu’s administration. What is the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Find out the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for February 10th, 2024, below. Swap your dollar for Naira at these competitive rates. Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today (Black Market – Aboki Rate): Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today: Please note that the Central…

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On February 6, 2024, our Editor-in-Chief, Salihu Ayatullahi, and Managing Director, Adisa-Jaji Azeez, were arbitrarily detained by the Nigerian Police Force, Kwara State Command, at the behest of the Rector of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Abdul Jimoh. In recent weeks, our newsroom has been publishing investigative reports exposing corruption and mismanagement at the state-owned Polytechnic. Despite concerted efforts by the Rector to stop our publications—ranging from personal meetings to offers of enticement—we stood our ground, determined to publish all our investigative findings. Following the failure of these attempts, the Rector resorted to leveraging state apparatus against us. Our journalists…

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Crystal Group of Companies has turned down the offer of the Kwara State Government to take over the renovation of Kwara Hotels from Craneburg Construction Company for the sum of N3 billion, saying the offer was not made in good faith. This comes after the government breached its earlier agreement with Crystal Group by awarding the Kwara Hotels renovation which had hitherto been awarded to the company, to Craneburg for a whooping N17.8 billion. In a letter dated 28th December, 2023, which was received by the KWSG on January 2, 2024, Crystal Group had given the state government a 7-day…

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Curious about the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? Discover the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 4th February below. Swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate) According to The Informant247, at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market), players buy a dollar for N1430 and sell at N1440 on Sunday, 4th February 2024, according to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC). Remember, the Central…

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Born on November 22, 1946, in Kingston, Jamaica, Aston Francis Barrett, widely known as “Family Man,” was the fourth of five children. His journey into music began by singing along to soul music as a child, eventually leading him to master the bass, a skill he honed by building his first bass guitar from scratch. Aston “Family Man” Barrett passed away on February 3, 2024, in Miami, Florida, at the age of 77. Early Career and Influences In his youth, Barrett, along with his brother Carlton, eked out a living as welders during the day while engaging in session work…

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