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Ishilove:
I read somewhere that he was AWOL for several months last year

joseph1832:
why is he being suspended? Naptu2 🙏

naptu2:
He allegedly changed his date of birth in some official records (in order to push back his date of retirement).

naptu2:
https://saharareporters.com/2025/01/17/exclusive-nigerian-police-aig-lafia-abdulyari-suspended-altering-retirement-records

However, I also remember that he has been involved in controversy many years ago, so I don't know if the allegations are true or if he is being punished for what happened years ago.

STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT
 
PRESIDENT TINUBU COMMENDS NIGERIAN GOVERNORS FOR SUPPORTING TAX REFORM INITIATIVES
 
President Bola Tinubu expresses his appreciation for the Nigeria Governors' Forum following their unanimous endorsement of the four Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly.
 
President Tinubu lauds the governors for their bold leadership and commitment to fostering unity among leaders nationwide, transcending regional, ethnic, and political barriers to advance Nigeria's development.
 
Thursday's productive consultation between the Nigeria Governors' Forum and the Presidential Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy is a commendable example of cooperation between the Federal and State governments.
 
He extends special commendations to the Chairman of the Governors' Forum, Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, for successfully galvanising support among his peers for these transformative tax bills to rejuvenate the national economy and enhance Nigeria's investment climate.
 
He also commends the Progressive Governors Forum, the Northern Governors Forum, and all other groups that made the bipartisan resolution of the controversy stirred by the tax bills possible.
 
President Tinubu underscores that the primary aim of the Tax Reform Bills, which is pro-poor, is to promote national interests, improve the competitiveness of Nigeria's economy, and attract both local and foreign investments.
 
He said updating the country's outdated tax laws is essential to this endeavour.
 
The President notes that the dialogue between the NGF and the Presidential Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy Reform highlights the power of constructive conversation in resolving differences.
 
President Tinubu regards the governors as vital contributors to nation-building and affirms his commitment to partnering with them to promote economic growth, national harmony, peace, and stability.
 
He also encourages other stakeholders with ideas and suggestions for refining the Tax Bills to engage with the ongoing legislative process at the National Assembly.
 
Finally, President Tinubu urges the National Assembly to expedite the legislative process for these crucial bills so that the country can swiftly reap the benefits of the reforms.
 
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
January 17, 2024

Ishilove:
Thank you. Are there links to the allegations?

Ishilove:
Why was he suspended?

Blue Line to get new trains soon.
#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg #Blueline

Proud moment! Our delegation is in China, ensuring that the highest quality trains are delivered for the people of Lagos.
#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg #BlueLine

Proud moment! Our delegation is in China, ensuring that the highest quality trains are delivered for the people of Lagos.#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg #BlueLine pic.twitter.com/gEbGgcDcXi

— Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA (@Lamataonline) January 16, 2025

FLASH: Six additional train sets will be in Lagos very soon to strengthen the capacity of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue and Red Lines to deliver value to commuters and thereby increase the economic viability of the state.

The six trains sets, which have scaled the factory acceptance test hurdle, are scheduled for shipment to Lagos from China.

The addition of the train sets to the Blue Line rolling stock will increase the number of train trips along the corridor and will be deployed for passenger operation to Okokomaiko when phase two of the Blue Line is completed.
It is projected that the construction of phase two from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko, about 14 kilometres in length, will be completed within the first quarter of 2027 and passenger operations extended to Okokomaiko shortly after.

#LagosBlueLine
#GreaterLagosRising

FLASH: Six additional train sets will be in Lagos very soon to strengthen the capacity of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue and Red Lines to deliver value to commuters and thereby increase the economic viability of the state.

The six trains sets, which have scaled the… pic.twitter.com/bS0cWRLN32

— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) January 16, 2025

A new year means new milestones for Lagos!

Six new train sets are on their way to Lagos to strengthen the capacity of our Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue and Red Lines. This step will transform commuting and further drive economic growth across our state.

These train sets, having successfully passed factory acceptance tests, are scheduled for shipment. Once they arrive, they will increase trips on the Blue Line and prepare us for the extension to Okokomaiko upon the completion of phase two.

Phase two of the Blue Line, a 14-kilometre stretch from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko will connect even more communities, bringing our vision of seamless mobility closer to reality.

Since its launch in September 2023, the Blue Line has transformed commuting in Lagos with 72 daily trips along the Marina to Mile 2 corridor. With the new trains, we will increase capacity, ensuring an even faster and more efficient service for all Lagosians.

This expansion underscores our commitment to building a Greater Lagos that works for everyone. The future of transportation is here, and Lagos is ready to lead the way.

This is Lagos, and we deliver.