BY Innocent Imoh Paul Another election cycle is close by; and concerns about the strength of its multiparty democracy and the balance of power within the federation (Nigeria) are resurfacing. In this climate, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has emerged as one of the most outspoken opposition figures, arguing that the preservation of democratic pluralism is central to national stability. His firm stance within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and his decision not to support President Bola Tinubu’s anticipated 2027 re-election bid, have renewed debate about federal influence, opposition resilience, and the future direction of Nigeria’s democracy. Makinde’s position extends beyond routine partisan disagreement. It reflects a broader concern about the pressures facing opposition parties in Nigeria and the implications such pressures may have for democratic competition. In recent public remarks, he warned that efforts to weaken or fragment the PDP could ultimately erode the checks and...
Delta State Government has approved the award of contracts worth N78 billion to Julius Berger Nigeria Limited for the construction of three flyover bridges and road expansion in the Warri/Effurun megalopolis. This was part of decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Tuesday in Asaba. Briefing journalists at the end of the Exco meeting, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Engr Fred Edafiogho, said approval of the contracts were aimed at solving the gridlock often experienced in the twin cities. He said the contracts included the design and construction of flyover bridge at Enerhen junction to Marine Gate; study, design and construction of road expansion and improvement works on the section of the DSC/NPA Expressway from Effurun roundabout to DSC roundabout including construction of a 3/4 Cloverleaf interchange at the existing Effurun Flyover Bridge as well as two pedestrian bridges. Others are design and constr...
Bauchi State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has said his administration will escalate the successes it has recorded in the healthcare delivery, education and community engagement, calling on developmental partners to collaborate by coming up with initiatives in line with his commitment to improving the living conditions of citizens of Bauchi State. Mohammed was speaking during an interaction session with Richard Montgomery, the British Ambassador to Nigeria, at the Embassy in Abuja, today. Governor Bala highlighted the importance of partnership between the State Government and the Embassy, appreciating the immense contributions of the United Kingdom to Bauchi State and Nigeria as a whole. While divulging his administration's second phase of intervention on healthcare delivery, education and poverty alleviation through empowerment, Mohammed vowed to intensify efforts to reciprocate the support he derived from the electorate and stakeho...
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