President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after a four-week stay in Europe, with his arrival in Lagos coming amid renewed political activity ahead of the 2027 general elections and continuing debate over his prolonged absence. 

Tinubu arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at about 6:22 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, after travelling from Paris. He had left Nigeria on August 30 for what the Presidency described as a working vacation. 

APC supporters gathered at the airport to welcome the President, while senior political figures, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, were among those present. 

Tinubu: ‘Healthy, Sound and Ready to Go’

Speaking after his arrival, Tinubu dismissed concerns about his health and said he was ready to resume activities in Nigeria.

Asked about his stay in Europe, the President said: “I enjoyed myself. Fantastic.”

On concerns over his health, he said: “Ready to kick, ready to walk. There’s nothing wrong.”

“Rumour will always be emanating from politics, but the facts remain, I’m here. Healthy, sound, and ready to go,” he added. 

President Set for Lagos Engagements

The Presidency said Tinubu chose to return through Lagos ahead of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

He is expected to attend the premiere of a production honouring the late MKO Abiola at the Wole Soyinka National Theatre on October 1.

The State House also said Tinubu would hold strategic meetings with political leaders and associates in Lagos in preparation for the 2027 elections before returning to Abuja. 

During his European stay, Tinubu held engagements with French President Emmanuel Macron and business leaders, including Vincent Bolloré. He also witnessed the signing of an agreement involving the Ogun State Government and DP World for a proposed Gateway Deep Seaport and Blue Marine Economic Zone. 

Four-Week Absence Triggers Constitutional Debate

Tinubu’s prolonged absence generated political and legal questions, particularly over Section 145 of the 1999 Constitution.

The provision states that when the President proceeds on vacation or is otherwise unable to discharge the functions of office, he is to transmit a written declaration to the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives. It further provides for the Vice-President to perform presidential functions as Acting President until a contrary declaration is transmitted. 

Opposition figures have questioned whether the required constitutional procedure was followed during Tinubu’s extended stay abroad.

The African Action Congress has also instituted a legal challenge concerning the President’s absence and the National Assembly’s handling of the matter, according to reports. 

The Presidency, however, has maintained that Tinubu remained engaged with government affairs while abroad and described the trip as a working vacation. 

Jimoh Ibrahim Defends Tinubu’s Absence

Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, defended Tinubu’s decision to remain in Europe during the 81st UN General Assembly.

Ibrahim argued that Tinubu’s continued engagement in official matters meant the President had not abandoned his constitutional responsibilities.

“The president hasn’t committed any offence,” Ibrahim said, describing the trip as a working leave. 

Vice-President Kashim Shettima represented Nigeria at the UN General Assembly, where he delivered Nigeria’s national statement and participated in high-level engagements. 

Bode George Raises Opposition Concerns

Former PDP Deputy National Chairman Bode George has separately argued that opposition parties need stronger coordination ahead of 2027.

George said continued division among opposition parties could provide the APC with greater political space ahead of the election.

His comments come as opposition figures continue discussions around possible alliances and platforms for the 2027 contest.

The political debate is expected to intensify as Tinubu resumes activities in Nigeria and begins his scheduled engagements ahead of the Independence anniversary and the 2027 electoral cycle.

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Workers of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA), under the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), have protested in Abuja over proposed changes to the regulations governing free zones in Nigeria.

The workers described the process as a “backdoor” attempt to alter the regulatory framework without adequate participation from NEPZA, the agency legally responsible for licensing, monitoring and regulating free-zone activities.

They called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and ensure that any review of the regulations involves NEPZA, its unions, management and other relevant stakeholders.

NEPZA Workers Raise Concern Over 28-Page Document

Speaking during the protest, ASCSN Chairperson of the NEPZA chapter, Comrade Amaka Ugwu, said the workers were opposing what they considered an attempt to undermine the agency’s statutory mandate.

Ugwu said NEPZA was established under the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Act 63 of 1992 and is responsible for regulating free-zone activities in Nigeria.

She alleged that a ministerial committee had spent about six months reviewing the regulations without adequately involving NEPZA.

According to her, the controversy centres on a proposed 28-page document containing changes to the regulations and guidelines governing free zones.

Ugwu alleged that NEPZA only became aware of the document after it had been completed and forwarded to the Ministry of Justice for gazetting.

She said the document was later returned to NEPZA, after which the agency was allegedly given only two days to participate in a consolidation exercise.

“What they are doing is not asking for NEPZA’s opinion. They are merely asking NEPZA to append its signature to something that has already been concluded,” Ugwu said.

Workers Demand Fresh Review

The ASCSN chairperson called for the current process to be suspended and restarted through a broader committee.

She said the committee should include NEPZA, its unions and management, as well as other stakeholders involved in the free-zone scheme.

“What we want as an agency is very simple. The Honourable Minister should go back to the drawing board and constitute a proper committee,” she said.

Ugwu warned that changes to incentives available to businesses operating within free zones could affect the attractiveness of the scheme.

She argued that weakening the incentives could discourage businesses from operating within the zones and potentially affect employment and investment.

“If the incentives and benefits that are supposed to come with operating in a free zone are removed, what is the sense of coming into the free zone? You might as well operate in the customs territory,” she said.

Workers Link Reform to Jobs and Investment

Ugwu said the dispute was not only about NEPZA as an institution but also about businesses, workers, investment and Nigeria’s economic diversification efforts.

She said free zones were established to attract investment, create employment and promote non-oil economic activities.

The workers also expressed concern that changes made without adequate stakeholder participation could weaken NEPZA’s mandate and create uncertainty over job security.

“We are calling on the Federal Government, particularly Mr President, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to intervene,” Ugwu said.

She added that political appointees could change, but NEPZA and its statutory responsibilities would remain.

Federal Government Gives Different Account of Reform Process

The Federal Government has separately said its review of the economic free-zone framework is intended to restore the export orientation of the zones, address concerns around domestic sales and provide greater certainty for investors.

The Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment said the reform process began in February 2026 with the inauguration of a Special Economic Zones Legislative and Regulatory Reform Committee.

According to the ministry, NEPZA and the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, alongside their respective teams, were included in the committee.

The government has said the reforms are intended to provide greater clarity around the legal and fiscal framework while preserving the incentives designed to attract investment into the zones.

The workers said they would continue their protest until their concerns were addressed.

“Until we achieve our objective. Until we get the desired result,” Ugwu said when asked how long the protest would continue.

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Tinubu Directs Timely Funding for Regional Infrastructure and Development Projects

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, to ensure that all approved funds belonging to Nigeria’s regional development commissions are released when due.

The President issued the directive during the North Central Development Commission summit, which focused on a proposed 20-year economic, infrastructure and social development plan for the region.

Akume, who represented Tinubu at the summit, said the establishment of regional development commissions formed part of the administration’s strategy to accelerate economic growth and address infrastructure gaps across the country.

Tinubu assured the commissions of continued political and financial support to implement projects capable of unlocking the economic and industrial potential of their respective regions.

He, however, advised the commissions not to depend exclusively on federal allocations. They were encouraged to attract private-sector investment, donor support and development finance for major projects.

According to the President, their priority areas should include rail infrastructure, air transportation, industrial development, security, investment, education, healthcare and human-capital development.

Investment in housing, roads, transportation and essential public infrastructure will be necessary to support the new economic corridors and industrial centres envisaged under the regional development plans.

Tinubu also warned the boards and management teams of the commissions against corruption, political interference, marginalisation and the misuse of public resources.

He said the government would sanction officials found responsible for financial misconduct or other abuses.

The President clarified that the regional commissions were not created to duplicate or replace the responsibilities of state governments, local councils or existing federal agencies. Instead, they are expected to coordinate interventions and support development projects that require cooperation across state boundaries.

He also urged the North Central Development Commission to support efforts to address insecurity, noting that lasting economic and infrastructure development would be difficult without a stable environment.

Speaking at the summit, Nasarawa State Governor and Chairman of the North Central Governors’ Forum, Abdullahi Sule, said the region possessed considerable resources in agriculture, mining and industrial production.

Sule called for greater investment in local processing and value addition, arguing that minerals and agricultural products extracted within the region should also be processed there.

He cited the development of cement production in Kogi State and lithium-processing plants in Nasarawa as examples of how local industries could generate employment, expand economic activity and strengthen government revenue.

The governor said the North Central region had significant potential in cement, rice, sesame and solid-mineral production but required effective leadership and long-term planning to translate those resources into sustainable development.

Chief Executive Officer of the North Central Development Commission, Cyril Tsenyil, said the commission would coordinate regional development while mobilising investment and partnerships.

He explained that its 20-year plan would prioritise economic corridors, infrastructure expansion, agricultural and mineral processing, industrial development and opportunities for young people.

Successful implementation of the plan could stimulate construction, expand urban infrastructure, create jobs and increase demand for housing across the North Central region.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to address concerns raised by stakeholders over the conduct of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) in an ongoing property dispute before the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja Judicial Division.

The appeal was made by an estate developer, Engineer Samuel Oladele Ahmed, who spoke on behalf of affected stakeholders following recent proceedings in the long-running dispute involving the FHA and property owners.

The development is contained in a Certified True Copy of proceedings in Suit No. ID/13129LMW/2023, filed by H.R.M. Oba Isaac Owolabi and others against the Federal Housing Authority.

Court hears demolition concerns

During proceedings on June 2, 2026, the court was informed that the parties had been working towards an amicable settlement when the claimants received notices from the FHA.

The development prompted the claimants to approach the court with an application for an interlocutory injunction.

Counsel to the claimants, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chris Okeke, raised concerns before the court regarding activities allegedly being carried out by the FHA while the case remained pending.

Counsel representing the FHA confirmed to the court that demolition notices had been posted.

The Authority subsequently gave an undertaking that it would not demolish the affected properties pending the hearing and determination of the claimants’ application.

The court recorded the undertaking and adjourned the matter for the hearing of the pending applications.

Stakeholder appeals to Tinubu

Reacting to the proceedings, Ahmed said the development had heightened concerns among affected property owners and other stakeholders over the handling of the dispute.

He appealed to President Tinubu to encourage the FHA management to comply with applicable court orders and undertakings in the matter.

According to Ahmed, government agencies should carry out their responsibilities in a manner that protects public confidence in the judiciary.

He stressed that stakeholders were not opposed to the FHA exercising its statutory responsibilities, including protecting government property and addressing developments it considers unlawful.

However, he maintained that such responsibilities should be exercised in accordance with due process and within the limits of the law, particularly when a matter is already before the court.

‘Allow court to determine dispute’

Ahmed said presidential attention to the concerns would, in his view, promote accountability within the executive arm of government without interfering with the judicial process.

He also appealed to the FHA to allow the court to determine the issues before it before taking any action that could affect properties covered by the pending proceedings.

According to him, respect for court orders and due process should apply to every government institution.

He added that adherence to the rule of law would help strengthen citizens’ confidence in Nigeria’s justice system.

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Residents of Ikangba, Agoro, Imodi and Imosan communities in Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State have renewed their protest over alleged land grabbing.

The residents marched through their communities on Friday. It was their second protest in less than a month.

They carried placards and called for urgent action from the Ogun State Government and security agencies. Some of the placards urged Governor Dapo Abiodun and President Bola Tinubu to protect their ancestral lands.

The residents accused alleged land grabbers of bringing bulldozers into the communities. They said the machines destroyed buildings, farmlands and other properties.

They also accused the alleged land grabbers of intimidating residents who challenged their activities.

The communities further claimed that some of the individuals operated with security escorts. They called on the authorities to investigate the allegation.

Communities Reject Link to Traditional Ruler

The dispute has also sparked controversy over the role of the Dagburewe of Idowa, Oba Sikiru Okuribido.

The communities rejected reports linking the traditional ruler to the alleged land-grabbing activities. They described the reports as false.

According to the residents, Oba Okuribido comes from one of the affected communities. They said he had supported their efforts to resist the alleged land grabbers.

The communities also questioned the identities of people who claimed to represent Ikangba in a recent online publication. They said the individuals were not recognised as established indigenes or long-term residents.

Residents Seek Investigation

The residents said the dispute had continued despite an earlier intervention by the Ogun State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, Oluwasina Ogungbade, SAN.

They want the government to carry out an impartial investigation. They also want officials to establish the ownership history and legal status of the disputed land.

The communities called on the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services and Ogun State Anti-Land Grabbing Task Force to investigate all parties.

They want authorities to examine land documents, court judgments, boundaries and other evidence connected to the dispute.

Professor Ayodeji Gafar spoke at a press briefing after Friday’s protest. He said the communities considered the report linking Oba Okuribido to the dispute unfair.

Gafar said the communities wanted transparency over the ownership claims. He also said the dispute should not lead to confrontation.

Bulldozers Allegedly Return Despite Police Directive

Gafar said the communities returned to the streets because alleged land-grabbing activities continued.

He said Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni had directed both sides to maintain the status quo. The directive was to remain in place while authorities worked to resolve the dispute.

However, Gafar said residents later reported the return of bulldozers to disputed areas.

He alleged that the machines continued to clear farmlands and destroy structures.

The communities also raised concerns about unidentified people and unmarked security vehicles in the area.

They further alleged that some individuals carried guns, cutlasses and other weapons. Gafar called for an investigation to establish whether the allegations were true.

Leaders Appeal for Government Intervention

The Baale of Ikangba, Chief Joseph Adebanjo, also condemned the alleged activities.

Chief Adeniyi Oduneye, the Alase Yemule of Ikangba, joined the call for government action.

Alhaji Surajudeen Raji represented the Baale of Agoro. Chief Olusesi Isiaka represented the Baale of Imodi.

The community leaders appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun, President Bola Tinubu, the police and DSS to investigate the dispute.

They warned that continued tension could threaten peace in the affected communities.

Land Disputes Raise Housing Concerns

The dispute also highlights the importance of secure land ownership in Nigeria’s property market.

Clear land records help residents, developers and investors establish ownership before they build or invest. Disputes over ownership can delay housing projects and create risks for property owners.

Unclear boundaries can also affect construction and infrastructure development. For this reason, land administration remains an important part of Nigeria’s housing and real estate sector.

The affected communities are now asking the government to establish the legitimate ownership claims and protect peace in Ikangba, Agoro, Imodi and Imosan.

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The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has rejected the Federal Government’s renewed cattle ranching policy. The group says the plan could create fresh disputes over land in the Middle Belt.

The forum raised concerns about proposed ranching sites in Adamawa, Plateau, Southern Kaduna, Benue, Taraba and the Federal Capital Territory.

In a statement signed by its National Spokesman, Luka Binniyat, the MBF said the government should not allocate community land without the consent of the people who own or occupy it.

MBF raises land ownership concerns

The forum said many communities in the Middle Belt have faced years of attacks, killings and displacement.

It argued that the government should first help displaced residents return to their ancestral homes. It also called for better security in affected communities.

The MBF questioned the decision to set aside more land for cattle settlements while some communities remain displaced.

The group said large areas of Middle Belt land have already been abandoned or occupied because of insecurity. It warned that another round of land allocation could increase tensions.

The forum also criticised the Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, over the proposed ranching programme.

Group questions choice of states

The MBF said the government should consider other parts of northern Nigeria for the programme.

It pointed to Jigawa, Kano, Sokoto, Bauchi, Zamfara and Northern Kebbi. According to the group, these areas have large areas of unused land.

The forum also questioned a change in the states selected for the proposed pilot programme.

It said Kano State appeared on the list announced by the minister in January 2026. The government later replaced Kano with Nasarawa State.

The MBF said the change raised concerns about the purpose and direction of the programme.

It also opposed the Wase ranching model in Plateau State. The minister has presented the model as an example of the ranching approach.

The forum claimed that some farmers and Plateau indigenes oppose the model. It also alleged that some political and traditional figures support it because they could benefit from land allocations.

Ranching policy and community consent

The MBF said the government must consult communities before using their land for ranching.

It called for clear security measures and proper discussions with landowners. The group warned that imposing a ranching programme could worsen existing tensions.

The issue also raises wider questions about land management in Nigeria.

Ranching requires land, roads, water supply, veterinary services and other infrastructure. Government agencies must therefore consider how such projects will affect existing communities and land users.

Clear land ownership records can also help reduce disputes. Proper planning can protect property rights while allowing new infrastructure and agricultural projects to grow.

Impact on housing and real estate

The dispute has implications beyond livestock development.

Land remains central to housing, real estate and infrastructure projects. Changes in land use can affect property owners, developers, investors and communities.

Unclear ownership can also discourage investment. It can delay housing projects and create disputes over development rights.

For this reason, land acquisition should follow clear legal procedures. Governments also need to engage affected communities before major land-use decisions.

MBF calls for policy suspension

The Middle Belt Forum called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend the proposed ranching policy in the region.

It also urged communities to use lawful and constitutional means to challenge any alleged unlawful acquisition of their land.

The group asked National Assembly members from affected states to question the Minister of Livestock Development. It said lawmakers should protect the interests of their constituents.

The MBF also warned state governors against allocating community land without the consent of local residents.

The forum said such decisions could have political consequences ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

The dispute shows the challenge of balancing livestock development with land rights and community interests. For Nigeria’s housing and real estate sectors, the issue also highlights the need for clear land records, proper planning and transparent land acquisition processes.

Any ranching programme that moves forward will need to address land ownership, community consent, security and infrastructure. These factors will be important to reducing conflict and supporting sustainable development.

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The Federal Government has announced a high-level stakeholders’ engagement on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as part of renewed efforts to address environmental concerns and improve flood management along the project corridor.

The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, follows an inspection tour of completed and ongoing sections of the highway by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, alongside members of the National Assembly and officials from key government agencies.

According to a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Works, Mohammed Ahmed, the engagement will bring together the Senate and House Committees on Works, the Federal Ministry of Environment, the Office of the Surveyor-General of the Federation, the Lagos State Government, representatives of landlords’ associations, and other stakeholders.

The ministry said the meeting is aimed at addressing environmental concerns, promoting environmentally responsible practices, and strengthening collaboration on flood management around the highway corridor.

During the inspection, Umahi dismissed claims linking the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to flooding in parts of Lagos, maintaining that the project was designed with modern drainage infrastructure to improve water flow and reduce flooding in shoreline communities.

The minister explained that the Federal Ministry of Works had already begun collaborating with the Lagos State Government on dredging activities and other environmental mitigation measures to tackle flooding in affected locations.

According to him, persistent flooding in many parts of Lagos is largely caused by indiscriminate refuse disposal, blocked drainage channels, obstructed manholes, and violations of environmental regulations by residents rather than the highway project itself.

“You can see people blocking manholes and creating hazards to the environment. Many complaints about flooding stem from human activities, not the road project,” Umahi said during the inspection.

He assured residents that the Federal Government would continue implementing remediation measures, including improved drainage systems, dredging operations, and strict enforcement of the approved right-of-way along the highway.

Umahi also warned that structures obstructing drainage channels or encroaching on designated setbacks would be removed to ensure effective flood control.

The minister noted that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway incorporates modern engineering features such as culverts, embankments, and drainage systems specifically designed to manage stormwater and complement wider flood-control efforts across Lagos.

He said the inspection was conducted on the directive of President Bola Tinubu as part of the administration’s commitment to protecting lives, property, and critical infrastructure while promoting sustainable development.

To safeguard completed sections of the highway, Umahi directed the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Engr. Olufemi Dare, to enforce environmental safety standards across the project.

He also announced the recruitment of 40 security and monitoring personnel—20 for daytime operations and 20 for night patrols—to prevent vandalism, theft of road infrastructure, and illegal refuse dumping along the highway.

Speaking at the inspection, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South-West), Moremi Ojudu, urged residents to support government efforts by protecting the environment and complying with environmental regulations.

Lawmakers who participated in the inspection also defended the project. The Minority Whip of the Senate, Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, said flooding in Lagos predated the construction of the coastal highway and called for expert-driven environmental solutions.

Similarly, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, Allwell Onyesoh, and the Chairman of the House Committee on Works, Akin Alabi, commended the minister’s response to the President’s directive, stressing that Lagos’ flooding challenges require long-term, science-based interventions.

The Director of Environmental Impact Assessment at the Federal Ministry of Environment also confirmed that an Environmental Impact Assessment was approved before construction of the highway commenced, adding that the growing effects of climate change have intensified flooding and other environmental challenges across Lagos.

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The World Bank has approved a $1.25 billion Development Policy Financing (DPF) loan for Nigeria despite growing public concerns over the country’s rising debt profile, while unveiling a new six-year partnership framework aimed at accelerating private sector-led economic growth and job creation.

The approval was announced on Wednesday following a meeting of the World Bank Board, which endorsed both the Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration (NAIJA) Development Policy Financing operation and a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) covering 2026 to 2032.

The latest facility comes amid widespread criticism from many Nigerians over the government’s increasing reliance on external borrowing and calls for greater accountability in the utilisation of previous World Bank loans.

According to the World Bank, the $1.25 billion loan will support reforms designed to strengthen Nigeria’s economic competitiveness, improve the investment climate, and stimulate private sector-led growth.

The institution said the financing would help deepen Nigeria’s capital markets, modernise regulations governing the digital economy and e-governance, advance power sector reforms, reduce trade barriers under the ECOWAS and African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) frameworks, improve access to quality agricultural inputs, and strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation.

The bank noted that the financing forms part of a broader package of support combining policy-based lending with investments in energy, digital infrastructure, agriculture, social protection, and private sector development.

Alongside the loan approval, the World Bank launched its new Country Partnership Framework for Nigeria, which will guide its engagement with the country between 2026 and 2032.

Under the strategy, the bank aims to support programmes expected to provide electricity access to 32 million Nigerians, broadband connectivity to 58 million people, improved health and nutrition services for 40 million citizens, and increased agricultural productivity for 9.5 million farmers through better access to quality inputs.

The framework also seeks to strengthen human capital development while expanding investments in digital infrastructure and energy to stimulate economic growth.

World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, said the new partnership framework would focus on creating sustainable employment by enabling private sector investment.

According to him, recent macroeconomic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy, but sustained improvements in living standards would require addressing structural constraints limiting business growth and investment.

The World Bank also disclosed that its private sector financing arm, the International Finance Corporation, and its political risk insurance agency, Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, would play key roles in mobilising private investment under the new framework.

IFC Divisional Director for Nigeria, Dahlia Khalifa, said Nigeria’s long-term economic prospects depend on its ability to attract investment, improve productivity and unlock private sector job creation.

Similarly, MIGA Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Ed Mountfield, said the agency would expand the use of guarantees and political risk insurance to encourage investments in critical sectors, including infrastructure and financial services.

The newly approved facility is the second-largest World Bank loan granted to Nigeria under the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the $1.5 billion Reforms for Economic Stabilisation to Enable Transformation Development Policy Financing approved in June 2024.

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President Bola Tinubu has authorized a massive infrastructure intervention package totaling approximately N883 billion for federal road and bridge projects across Kwara State. The extensive funding approvals come on the heels of strategic and sustained lobbying efforts by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to attract critical socio-economic developments to the North Central region.

The financial centerpiece of this intervention is the N276 billion dualization of the Ilorin–Ogbomoso Road, which serves as a vital transit corridor connecting Kwara and Oyo states. This major expansion is projected to significantly alleviate gridlock, reduce travel times, enhance commuter safety, and stimulate commercial trade along one of the most high-traffic routes in the zone.

Additionally, the President sanctioned N265 billion for the complete reconstruction of the cross-regional Iseyin–Eruwa–Agbesi Road. Another N217 billion has been earmarked to dualize the old road alignment spanning from Ijaye through the Federal Government College to Ilorin, including a connecting spur to Akinmorin.

Further funding includes N104 billion dedicated to rehabilitating Sections 1 and 2 of the long-neglected Ilorin–Omorin–Egbe–Kabba–Obajana Road linking Kwara to Kogi State, which has required severe structural repairs for nearly a decade. Finally, to tackle internal municipal gridlock within the state capital, a specialized N21 billion fund was approved to build a modern flyover at the highly congested Oko-Olowo Junction.

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President Bola Tinubu has charged the inhabitants of Gomani, Dafa, and Yangoji within the Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory to actively protect the newly inaugurated Gomani–Dafa–Yangoji Road. Speaking on the project’s completion, the President emphasized that the regime of uncompleted public infrastructure across the country has officially drawn to a close.

The President’s message was delivered by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the formal opening ceremony of the thoroughfare, as detailed in a statement released by the media aide to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, June 30.

Tinubu stressed that the ultimate duty of preserving the structural integrity of the highway now falls upon the host communities. He admonished the local population to view the infrastructure as a shared legacy meant to serve both current and upcoming generations. Addressing traditional rulers, community stakeholders, agriculturalists, merchants, and local youths, the President maintained that the infrastructure belongs to the public and must be heavily guarded against abuse.

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