Abdallah Yunus Abdallah is the special assistant on new media to the Kaduna State governor.
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What may interest you to know is that a groundbreaking for the BRT was performed in 2023 at the verge of the exit of the previous administration without making any financial commitment which led to the stall of the entire project until when Senator @ubasanius made this commitment.
This is the Managing Director of the Kaduna State Transport Regulatory Authority (KASTRA) standing right in the place where the said ground-breaking ceremony was performed in March 2023 not 2022 as you said.
I’m safe to say without any fear of contradiction that Governor Uba Sani is starting this project from the scratch.
What may interest you to know is that a groundbreaking for the BRT was performed in 2023 at the verge of the exit of the previous administration without making any financial commitment which led to the stall of the entire project until when Senator @ubasanius made this… pic.twitter.com/9fQTWOFftP
“Governor Uba Sani Is performing groundbreaking for BRT in Kaduna”
How do you perform groundbreaking for a project that has already commenced, Uba Sani is really desperate for Achievement, and lack the brain capacity to achieve anything on his own.
This was 2022 when Mallam was doing groundbreaking for the same project, with the same partners and the same loan they said he siphoned.
What exactly is Uba Sani’s motive, This things happened not long ago 😂
“Governor Uba Sani Is performing groundbreaking for BRT in Kaduna”
How do you perform groundbreaking for a project that has already commenced, Uba Sani is really desperate for Achievement, and lack the brain capacity to achieve anything on his own.
This evening, I had the honor of hosting the Ambassador of France to Nigeria, H.E. Marc Fonbaustier to an Iftar dinner (breaking of fast) at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna.
The Iftar dinner afforded us another opportunity of sharing thoughts on strengthening and expanding our partnership. The Ambassador and members of his delegation expressed delight at the warm reception accorded them and assured of their commitment to the effective implementation of partnership agreements with the Kaduna State Government.
The Iftar dinner was held shortly after the successful launch of the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (KBRT) System (a 24km corridor from Kawo to Sabon Tasha) and the groundbreaking for the construction of the Southern Terminal, an ultra - modern central motor park that will serve as a vital hub for our transportation network on the southern axis of the state.
Senator Uba Sani, Governor, Kaduna State. March 11th, 2025
Today, we took a major step towards revolutionizing the transportation system in Kaduna State as I performed the official launch of the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (KBRT) System (a 24km corridor from Kawo to Sabon Tasha) and groundbreaking for the construction of the Southern Terminal, an ultra - modern central motor park that will serve as a vital hub for our transportation network on the southern axis of the state.
Before the official launch and groundbreaking, I[b] received in audience the French Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Marc Fonbaustier, and officials of the French Development Agency (AFD), our partner in the KBRT Project.[/b] Speaking during the courtesy visit and official launch of KBRT, Ambassador Fonbaustier said that his trip to Kaduna is his first official trip to the North. He stated that his choice of Kaduna is deliberate and strategic. France and Kaduna State have had a long standing, mutually beneficial relationship. The KBRT project, he said, is a testament to the strong partnership between France and Kaduna State. He assured of the French Government's commitment to strengthening the existing partnership and exploring new areas of cooperation.
The Minister of Transportation, Said Ahmed Alkali commended our administration for taking a giant step in its quest to modernize the transportation system in Kaduna State. He stated that the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit will facilitate the realization of the Renewed Hope Agenda which prioritizes transportation as an enabler of economic growth. He assured of the Federal Government's support to the actualization of the KBRT Project, and commitment to the speedy execution of the Kaduna Light Rail Project.
The KBRT, which is the first of its kind in Northern Nigeria and second in Nigeria, marks a significant milestone in our commitment to enhancing public transportation, fostering sustainable urban development, and improving the quality of life of our citizens. The Southern Terminal will provide a modern, organized, and safe environment for travelers and commercial activities. By consolidating the various motor parks into the centralized location, we aim to streamline operations, reduce congestion, improve accessibility, enhance safety and security for everyone.
The KBRT and Southern Terminal are the latest initiatives geared towards realizing our administration’s vision for a more connected and efficient transportation system in Kaduna State. Because of the strategic position of Kaduna as a transportation and business hub, I have been in consultation with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors to garner their support and commitments towards the smooth implementation of our masterplan on transportation in Kaduna State.
I consulted our dear President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on our plan. He was not only impressed with our vision and comprehensive implementation strategy, he promised the full support of the Federal Government. True to Mr. President's words, the sum of 100 Billion Naira was provided in the 2025 Budget of the Federal Government for the construction of the Kaduna Light Rail Transit (KLRT). This gesture is indeed heartwarming. President Tinubu has always been there for Kaduna State. We owe him a debt of gratitude.
I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to our partner, the French Development Agency (AFD) and the French Ambassador to Nigeria for their unwavering support and collaboration in making this project a reality. Their commitment to sustainable development and investment in our infrastructure has been invaluable.
I want to also express my sincere gratitude to all stakeholders for their support towards the realization of these initiatives. We appreciate our transport unions, NURTW, NARTO, RTEAN and other relevant stakeholders. To the dedicated teams who worked tirelessly to bring this project to fruition, thank you for your commitment and perseverance. Your hardwork is reflected in today’s achievement. We are confident that the KBRT and Southern Terminal will serve our communities well for generations to come.
Senator Uba Sani, Governor, Kaduna State. March 11th, 2025
Contrary to what these media headlines would mislead someone into assuming or believing, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai did not seek the approval or receive the consent of former President Muhammadu Buhari to or before leaving the APC.
Yes. He duly informed the former President, who is his leader and "political godfather" as he acknowledges, out of propriety and respect, and that is the honorable thing to do.
As a matter of fact, he told fPMB that he was not seeking his permission. He was just informing him.
There is a clear difference between informing or notifying someone of your intention to do something and seeking someone's permission and/or someone granting you permission to so do. El-Rufai is an adult with a mind of his own.
Indeed, this direct quote below from the Daily Trust report bears credence to the above assertion and is at variance with the Newspaper's headline.
“I left the APC with his full knowledge. I visited him on a Friday and informed him of my decision to leave the party, because I involve and consult with him on all my matters.” ~ Nasir El-Rufai
Make whatever you choose of it to your satisfaction, but the facts are the facts.
I see some mischief makers already salivating on where to go with these headlines. Hence the need to make the clear distinction.
By the way, I really wish other Nigerian politicians will be as open, transparent, forthright and upfront as Mallam El-rufai. Loathe or love him, it clearly puts him in a class of his own and a few others.
I AM APC MEMBER, I LIKE TO BE ADDRESSED AS ONE-BUHARI.
Without referring to any individual, a cast of characters, or issues, principles and ideals currently being discussed by party leaders at various levels, the former president, Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated what he said times without number that he is member of the All Progressives Congress, APC and would like to be addressed as a loyal member of the party.
He says he wants to leave no one in doubt that he would never turn his back to the party that gave him two terms of office and would do whatever he can to popularize it. “I am an APC member and I like to be addressed as such. I will try to popularise the party by all means.”
He went on to add that at present, he has nothing but gratitude for the support that the party gave him before and during his tenure as president, which he considers as the highest honor, and would never ask for anything more. He further stated that the pains taken by the founding fathers to establish a strong party to protect our constitution, and democracy as a system of government are worthy sacrifices that should be cherished and nurtured.
Transmission Lines Cut Impacts Bulk Power Supply to Lagos State
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announces that transmission lines snap occurred between Towers 420 to 422 on the Omotoso-Ikeja West 330kV transmission line on Saturday, March 9, 2025.
The lines cut has resulted in a reduction of approximately 350MW of bulk electricity supply to Lagos area affecting both Eko and Ikeja Electricity Distribution Companies. This temporary drop in bulk power supply has caused significant load shedding within the Eko and Ikeja franchise areas.
TCN has mobilized its engineers to the site and conveyed necessary materials to repair the snapped sections of the 330kV Omotoso-Ikeja West transmission line. Repair work is expected to be completed within three days, after which the full bulk power supply will be restored through the transmission line route.
TCN apologises for any inconvenience caused to the government, Eko and Ikeja Electricity Distribution Companies, and electricity consumers in Lagos State.
There are 2 possible reasons why they want to remove Dr Olu Agunloye. You'll figure out the reasons if you know who he is.
naptu2: Professor Wole Soyinka brought the idea of creating a road safety corp. He had been inspired by Dr Taiye Solarin, who had organised students to put in place road safety measures on an expressway on which many students had been killed by cars.
President Ibrahim Babangida bought the idea and made Professor Soyinka the first chairman of the Federal Road Safety Corps.
People initially hailed the agency. They said that Professor Soyinka brought a lot of his boys into the agency, they were graduates and they could not be bribed.
One of the people that Professor Soyinka brought into the FRSC was one of his proteges, Dr Olu Agunloye and he became the Corps Marshal (chief executive) of the agency.
Dr Agunloye was corps marshal from 1988 till 1994 when he began having problems with General Sani Abacha (I can't remember if it was because his mentor, Wole Soyinka, had issues with Abacha). I believe Dr Agunloye was detained and accused of being involved in some kind of plot.
Anyway, Nigeria returned to civil rule and President Olusegun Obasanjo made Dr Agunloye his minister of state for defence (navy) and then minister for power and steel.
Now here's the relevant part.
The Mambilla Power Plant was planned in the late 1970s and early 1980s when we had oil money. It was supposed to be the biggest power plant in Nigeria. In fact, it is so big that it is supposed to solve all our power problems. Part of the dam was built during the Shagari era. Then Nigeria suffered a financial crisis and the project was abandoned.
A few years ago President Olusegun Obasanjo said that Dr Olu Agunloye brought a proposal by a foreign company to build and operate the power plant (the proposal had earlier been brought by Agunloye's predecessor), but Obasanjo told him to bring the proposal to the Federal Executive Council meeting and also bring a comparison between the Mambilla project (which is a hydro project) and a coal fired power plant.
President Obasanjo said that Dr Agunloye never brought the proposal to any FEC meeting and so it was never approved. He said that he is ready to testify against Dr Agunloye anywhere and any time.
Dr Agunloye claimed that Obasanjo approved the deal.
The problem is that Nigeria seriously needs power from that dam, so at various times Yar'Adua, Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari had tried to resume the project, but the company, Sunrise, had sued and demanded compensation. They claimed that Obasanjo cancelled their contract, but Obasanjo said that neither he nor FEC approved any contract.
In fact, the Buhari Administration had reached a deal for the Chinese to fund the construction of the dam and power plant, but Sunrise blocked it.
The Buhari Administration (led by Professor Osinbajo) suspected that there were some kind of corrupt practices behind the whole thing, so it got the EFCC to investigate. The CEO of Sunrise and Dr Agunloye were being tried in Nigeria for corruption.
Dr Agunloye was granted bail and well. . .
Basically (1) Dr Agunloye was involved in the 1990s pro-democracy movement and is a protege of Professor Wole Soyinka and (2) he is involved in the Mambilla power scandal.
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