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FEC okays N96.3bn for construction of bus terminals, other FCT projects
The Federal Executive Council, presided over by President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday approved a total sum of N96, 297, 056, 103 for the construction of bus terminals and other transportation facilities in the nation’s capital.
The amount also covers the award of a contract to Maessr Planet Project Limited for the construction of the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, contract for the provision of security operation and maintenance of the backup generator for the street lights along the Presidential routes and Villa Gate 8 in the Federal Capital City, as well as the upgrade of roads in Kwali Area Council.
The FCT Minister of State, Mrs Mariya Mahmood, explained that all the due process for the procurement procedure has already been followed and the certificate of no-objection has been obtained for the contracts.
She said: “The first approval is for the award of a contract for the development of bus terminals and other transportation facilities in the Federal Capital Territory. The second is approval for the award of a contract for the construction of the Court of Appeal Abuja Division.
And number three is approval for the award of contracts for the provision of security operations and maintenance of the backup generator for the streetlights along presidential routes and Villa Gate 8.
Lastly, the fourth one is for the upgrading of Koita-Igbu Road in Kwali Area Council. All the necessary due process for the procurement procedure has been followed. And a certificate of no objection has been obtained for all the awarded approved contracts.”
Breaking down the figures, the minister said: ” I do have costs and contractors. The first one was awarded at a cost of N51,025,172,424.90. It was awarded in favour of Messers Planet Project Limited.
“The second one is in favour of Visible Construction Limited at the cost of N37,259,513,881.14 and the upgrading of Kwali-Ibu, at N7.6 billion, is in favour of El Emad Nigeria Limited. For the generator and also the security, there are two things attached to that memo.
“The security operation and maintenance of the backup generator, at the cost of N412,352,800 million, was awarded to Messiah Contract People Limited.”
Also, the Federal Executive Council approved the plan to leverage the available long-term N20 trillion pension and other funds in the country to drive economic growth in the country by investing in infrastructure, housing power, rails, roads and technology.
By Gloria Ikibah
As part of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the House of Representatives is set to lead a historic march on Monday, November 25, 2024, in a bold effort to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) in the country.
The march, which begins at 8:00 AM, will see over 1,000 participants, including lawmakers and members of the public walk from the National Assembly to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja. The event will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action against GBV and greater protection for vulnerable groups.
Speaking about the initiative, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., GCON, said, “This march and the activities that follow are not mere gestures but a reflection of our determination to confront gender-based violence head-on. We are committed to building a society where justice, equality, and safety prevail for all Nigerians.”
In a statement by the House Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi on Saturday in Abuja, he said, “The 10th House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to systemic reforms, collaboration, and accountability in the fight against gender-based violence.
“In addition to the march, the House has outlined key activities in alignment with its Legislative Agenda (2023–2027) to sustain awareness and action throughout the campaign period.
“Sash Demonstration Ceremony – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
“Convergence of State Assembly Speakers – Monday, December 9, 2024. A strategic meeting at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, will bring together Speakers of State Houses of Assembly to discuss legislative measures for combating GBV nationwide.
“National Citizens’ Summit and GBV Conference 2024 – Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The summit will focus on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives led by the House of Representatives”.
Naijablitznews.com reports that this year’s 16 Days of Activism aims to galvanise nationwide efforts and inspire collective action to protect human rights, ensure justice, and create a safer, more equitable Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Galeao Air force Basa (SBGL) Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, for Abuja after attending the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The President is due to arrive at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 10.00 p.m. (Nigerian time).
President Tinubu had attended the G20 Leaders summit where he endorsed the global alliance against hunger and poverty, which he said was pivotal.
The President also held bilateral talks with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who commended his administration’s economic reforms and their positive indicators.
He also presided over the signing of a 2.5 billion dollar Letter of Intent between the Nigerian government and the JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and one of the top three largest meat processing companies in the World.
The president was accompanied in the trip by senior government officials including the minister of foreign affairs yusuf Tuggar, the national security adviser, Nuhu RIBADU and many others.
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