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FCTA to pay N1.1 billion compensation for structures along Kuje road
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has said that the FCT Administration will pay a compensation package of N1.1 billion for the structures affected by the ongoing construction of the FCT Highway 105, from the Airport Expressway to Kuje township.
The FCT Minister disclosed in Abuja on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, when he addressed journalists shortly after he inspected the road to ascertain the structures affected by the road construction exercise for which compensation is to be paid.
He said a report on the valuation of the properties had been prepared and assured that he would immediately approve the payment of the compensation to ensure that the road project was not delayed.
The FCT Minister said, “I have come here to see for myself the report on the valuation of what was supposed to be paid as compensation. When I got the file for approval, I said it would be proper for me to go and see for myself the kind of structures that we are going to pay for. So, I’m happy with what I have seen, and I will immediately approve it so that we can start doing the compensation so that the work will not be delayed.
Director, Engineering Services, FCDA, Engr Richard Yunana Dauda, Chief land officer, Department of Resettlement and compensation FCDA, Esv. Isah Adalkhali, FCT Minister, Barr Ezenwo Nyesom Wike during the inspection of Highway 105 road project in Kuje on Tuesday
“If I remember vividly, the entire estimate they gave is about N1.1 billion to pay for those whose properties were affected, like some of these buildings you see here, down to the community. It’s about N1.1 billion, and we will make it available so that the contractor will not find any excuse for delay”.
Barr. Wike, who earlier inspected the ongoing construction of the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal Complex and the access road to the project in Dakibiyu, Jabi District, also expressed satisfaction at the pace and quality of work on the project and assured of its completion by September next year.
He said, “I’m very impressed with what we saw this afternoon. It’s progressing as expected. By the grace of God, we believe by September next year, the contractor would have handed over the structure, which is the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal. I’m very much impressed with what I’ve seen.
“I can also see the construction of the road leading to that edifice, and the contractor is doing everything possible to ensure that he meets the time. So, one is impressed with what we have seen”.
Also speaking on his approval of the payment of the new minimum wage to FCTA workers, the Minister said it fulfills the Federal Government’s commitment under the Renewed Hope Agenda to increase workers’ wages.
He expressed the belief that the increment in workers’ salaries will boost their morale and stressed that more work is also expected from the Workers to achieve the mandate of the FCT Administration.
The Minister said, “First of all, it is the commitment made by the Federal Government under the Renewed Hope Agenda that the workers’ wages should be increased, and in line with that, we have also adopted it and have also approved for the payment of the arrears as agreed with Labour.
FCT Minister, Barr Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, inspecting ongoing construction of the Court of Appeal, Abuja division in Daki Biyu on Thursday
“I expect that the workers will also see this as a boost and be more committed for us to achieve the development that is required in the city. So, workers should see that more work is expected from you now that money has been paid”.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Senator Basheer Lado, for redefining the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, stating that, for the first time in a long while, the office is fully meeting its expectations.
Speaking during his visit to the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters accompanied by distinguished senators, Akpabio described the visit as a significant step in strengthening Executive-Legislative relations.
He praised the Special Adviser and his team for maintaining the confidentiality of communications between the President and Senate, and also, ensuring a seamless flow of information. He further emphasized that the office is now more result-oriented.
Additionally, he acknowledged the office’s diligent efforts in tracking all Bills passed by the Senate and assented to by the President, underscoring its critical role in legislative efficiency.
Expressing his satisfaction, Akpabio noted that he and the Senate delegation were proud of the office’s achievements and looked forward to sustaining the existing cordial and productive relationship between the Executive and the Legislature throughout the administration.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, Senator Lado presented an Award of Excellence to Senator Akpabio.
In his remarks, Senator Lado reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship between the Executive and the Legislature. He lauded Akpabio for his unwavering dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and advancing it through legislative action.
Ahead of the 2025 political party Congresses, Plateau State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) stakeholders has endorsed the defection of the candidate of the party in the 2023 general elections and the leader of Justice and Rebirth, Barr Gyang Zi SAN, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) with the view to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
They made the call in a communique issued at the end of the enlarge meeting of the stakeholders from Plateau North senatorial zone at the residence of Barr. Gyang Zi in Rayfield Jos.
The communique which was jointly signed by Dr. Ayiki Sati Director General, Justice and Rebirth and
Barr. Samuel Galadima- 2024 Chairmanship candidate of Jos East LGA among others said the call became imperative on the sideline of the leadership tussle at the National Level which violates the core principles and values for the formation of the Party as an alternative for Nigeria for the protection, sustenance of democracy and Social Justice.
They regretted that the leadership tussle has also divided the party into factions leaving party loyalists and supporters in the state of despondency and confusion not knowing where they belong.
Our correspondent reports that the gathering included LP candidates from the 2023/2024 general elections, party executives, and support groups from the six local government areas of the Northern Senatorial District.
Besides, the focus of the discussions was centered on the state of the Labour Party at both national and state levels and the need for political realignment ahead of the 2025 party congresses and conventions.
The stakeholders further frowned at the structural weaknesses in LP and resolved to advise Barr Gyang Zi, to leave the party and join the APC while expressing confidence that the APC would provide him with a platform to advance good governance in the state .
The communique also emphasized the importance of political consultations, particularly with APC leaders at both state and national levels. It called for collaboration with Plateau State APC leaders, including Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, Sen. Diket Plang, and other party officials.
According to the communique, supporters of Barr Gyang Zi also pledged to mobilize grassroots support for the APC, stating that their leader’s defection would strengthen the party in the state.
They urged the APC leadership to formally receive Gyang Zi and his supporters into the party, marking their official transition from the Labour Party.
Stakeholders also reiterated the need for inclusive governance, ensuring that youths, women, and less privileged individuals are sidelined in the democratic process and accordingly officially denounced their membership in the Labour Party, declaring their support for the APC.
They assured that all LP structures aligned with Gyang Zi would follow suit, shifting their loyalty to the ruling party in the state and at the National level.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt felicitation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday.
Governor Ododo in statement signed by his special adviser on media, Ismaila Isah described President Tinubu as a statesman whose leadership and dedication to national development continue to inspire hope and progress across Nigeria.
He commended the President’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which is driving economic reforms, strengthening national unity, and advancing the nation’s democratic values.
“On behalf of the government and people of Kogi State, I celebrate Mr President and our father on this special day. Your resilience, visionary leadership, and patriotism have laid a strong foundation for Nigeria’s growth. We deeply appreciate your tireless efforts in repositioning our country for sustainable development,” Governor Ododo stated.
He further reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu’s administration and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and good health for the President as he leads Nigeria toward greater prosperity, sustainable development, peace and stability.
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