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 Politics › 2025 Budget: Wike To Complete 14 Ongoing Road Projects In FCT by shrinkchido(op): 8:20am On May 22, 2025 |
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has earmarked part of the N1.78 trillion proposed 2025 FCT statutory budget for the completion of 14 ongoing roads projects across the territory. Wike disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, when he appeared before the Senate and House of Representative Committees on FCT, to defend the 2025 FCT proposed budget. He explained that out of the N1.78 trillion, N1.28 trillion was earmarked for capital projects, representing 72.3 per cent, while N494.1 billion was set aside as recurrent expenditure, representing 27.7 per cent. He explained that road projects, sited both in the city centre and satellite towns would be handled by the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the Satellite Towns Development Department (STDD). The minister explained a total of N801.5 billion was allocated to the FCDA while N137 billion was allocated to the STDD for execution of capital projects. He identified some of the projects as the completion of roads B6 and B12 and full scope development of Arterial Road N20 from Northern Parkway to Outer Northern Expressway (ONEX). Also pencilled for competition is the provision of engineering infrastructure to Guzape Districts, provision of engineering infrastructure to Wuye District and provision of engineering infrastructure to Maitama II District. “Others are the extension of Inner Southern Expressway (ISEX) from Southern Parkway (S8/S9) to Ring Road II, and full scope development of FCT Highway 105 (Kuje Road) from Airport Expressway to Outer Southern Expressway OSEX with Spur at Kyami District. “Also for completion are the construction of Northern Parkway from Ring Road II to Ring Road III (6.2Km), full scope development of Arterial Road N20 from Arterial Road N5, and Rehabilitation of Old Keffi Road. “The full scope development of Arterial Road N1 from Wuye District to Ring Road II, and the provision of access road to Bus Terminals in FCT would also be completed. “Other ongoing road projects include the dualisation and upgrading of Ushafa War College/Army Check Point Road and other Ancillary Roads, and construction of Pai to Gomani Road in Kwali Area Council and dualization of Kuje to Gwagwalada Road,” he said. The minister explained that the 14 ongoing projects would be sped up and completed before the end of 2025 fiscal year. According to him the expansion and rehabilitation of the roads would eventually reduce the travel time and traffic gridlock on roads within and outside the capital city.
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| Politics › Those Waiting For Wike's Political Downfall Will Wait Forever - Lere Olayinka by shrinkchido(op): 4:15pm On May 21, 2025 |
Former governor of Ebonyi State, Dr. Sam Egwu, has been told that people like him, who are expecting the political downfall of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, will wait forever. 5 Likes
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| Politics › Tinubu's Second Year Anniversary: Wike Fixes 19 Days For Projects Commissioning by shrinkchido(op): 8:50pm On May 20, 2025 |
As part of activities marking the second year anniversary of the President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) under the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has earmarked 19 days for projects commissioning. 7 Likes
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| Politics › Wike Pays Condolence Visit To Late Uncle’s Family In Port Harcourt by shrinkchido(op): 9:18pm On May 19, 2025 |
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, arrived in Port Harcourt on Thursday to pay a condolence visit to the family of his late uncle, Elder Temple Omezurike Onuoha. Wike, who was received by close relatives and community members, described the late Elder Onuoha as a pillar of wisdom and strength in the family. He offered prayers and words of comfort to the bereaved, urging them to find solace in the legacy of integrity and service that Elder Onuoha left behind. The visit drew a modest crowd of sympathizers and marked a solemn moment for the Onuoha family and the larger Rumuepirikom community. Further details regarding funeral arrangements are expected to be released by the family in the coming days. 6 Likes
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| Events › Abuja Set To Host “an Evening With Cozy” Season 3 Featuring Jesse Jagz by shrinkchido(op): 5:19pm On May 15, 2025 |
Abuja, Nigeria – June 1st marks the return of the highly anticipated “An Evening with Cozy”, a signature cocktail experience presented by Nok & Bricks in collaboration with Happy Symbol Hub. The third season of this curated social event promises a fusion of good music, good vibes, and quality networking. All set against the vibrant backdrop of Abuja’s Hotel 2020 in Wuye. This edition is extra special, as it features a guest appearance by renowned rapper and music producer, Jesse Jagz. Known for his lyrical genius and cultural impact, Jesse Jagz is expected to deliver an unforgettable experience that aligns perfectly with the event’s relaxed and stylish atmosphere. The evening kicks off with a red carpet at 5:00 PM, leading into a night designed for creatives, entrepreneurs, and influencers to connect, unwind, and be inspired. Event Details: Date: Sunday, June 1st, 2025 Time: Red Carpet – 5:00 PM - Cozy Down 9pm Venue: Hotel 2020, Wuye, Abuja Dress Code: Cozy Way For more cozy experience, get your tickets HERE: https://paystack.com/pay/cozywizzo Let’s get cozy — the right way.
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| Events › Aso Cultural Fiesta: Dr Chetachi,Tumaka,Wike, Bago, Radda, Others To Be Honoured by shrinkchido(op): 12:04pm On May 15, 2025 |
Prominent political, business and traditional leaders are set to be honoured at the upcoming Aso Prestigious Awards, featuring Aso Cultural Fiesta, being organised by Aso Multimedia. In the list of those to be honoured include, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, governor of Niger State Umar Mohammed Bago, his Katsina state counterpart Dikko Umaru Radda and several others. The upcoming edition, which is the 20th Aso Prestigious Award will feature categories including Man/Woman of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, young Personality of the year, Real Estate Personality of the Year, Governor of the Year, Minister of the Year, Bank of the Year, Business Personality of the Year, Public Servant of the Year, Media Icon of the Year and Special Recognition Awards While the Hajia Lami Tumaka will bag Woman of the Year, Wike will be recognised as Man of the Year, Gov Bago Governor of the year and Gov Radda of Kastina State, Best performing governor of the Year. Dr Chetachi Etcon The President When In Need Foundation (WIN) will be the philanthropist of the year Also, the CEO Grosvenor Group, Prince Olatunji Olusoji will be recognised as Young Entrepreneurof the year and First Lady Bauchi State, Hajiya (Dr) Aishatu Lami Bala Mohammed as First Lady of the Year. The Project Coordinator of Aso Prestigious Award, Amb Kingsley Tolu Agboola said it is designed to celebrate Outstanding Achievements and Personalities in Private and Public sectors who have contributed to the development of Nigeria. Other activities expected during the Aso Prestigious Awards 2025 include Aso Cultural Fiesta 2025, Art and crafts Exhibition, Cultural displays, fashion Shows, Food & drinks, Music and Comedy and more. Agboola explained that this year's edition coming up on Friday 13th June at The Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments Asokoro Abuja by 6pm
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| Politics › Idu–dei-dei–zuba Road To Be Commissioned Next Month by shrinkchido(op): 9:49am On May 13, 2025 |
A major infrastructure boost is on the horizon for Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as the newly constructed Idu–Dei-Dei–Zuba road is scheduled for commissioning next month. The strategic road links Idu to the bustling Zuba axis through Dei-Dei, significantly easing transportation and improving connectivity for residents and businesses within the FCT. This development is part of the ongoing urban renewal efforts under the #RenewedFCT agenda, aimed at expanding access and promoting inclusive growth across the territory. Once commissioned, the road is expected to reduce traffic congestion, shorten commute times, and enhance economic activities in the area. Officials from the FCT Administration have confirmed that final touches are being made ahead of the commissioning ceremony, which is expected to be attended by key government stakeholders.
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| Politics › FCTA Orders Demolition Of Over 10 Illegal Duplexes Built On Abuja Green Area by shrinkchido(op): 8:22pm On May 08, 2025 |
The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has given its Development Control Department 48 hours to demolish more than 10 duplexes built on a green area. The Coordinator, Mr Felix Obuah, gave the order in Abuja on Thursday, during a joint inspection of illegal construction of illegal structures across the city. Obuah explained that the duplexes were built on a green area in Wumba District, close to Apo in Abuja, with no authorisation. He said that officials of development control had earlier asked the developer to stop work, including marking the structures. He, however, said that the developer ignored the order and even covered the stopped order written on the building and continued the construction project. The coordinator said that the developer had given the council no option but to demolish all the illegal buildings. “When we invited the developer to provide legal documents for the activities he’s carrying out, we all discovered that there is no paper, no approval, no allocation. “I asked him to stop working, but you can see that the work is still going on. “So, all these properties that you are seeing here are all going down,” he added. He said the FCT Administration would not tolerate any development that contravened the provision of the Abuja Master Plan. The Director of Development Control, Mr Mukhtar Galadima, also said that the developer has no approval from any authority. “We didn’t give the developer any approval, and when you look around, you would see the evidence that we had marked these structures at different stages of development. “Unfortunately, people don’t like to respect constituted authority and as I told my colleagues, the only language Nigerians understand is the language of bulldozers that will bring the structures down. “We are looking at more than 10 structures, some are roofed, and some are not yet roofed. “So, the development control will come with its bulldozers and in less than 48 hours everything here will go down,” he said. Also, the Director Parks and Recreation, FCTA, Mr Chidemelu Echee, said that Abuja city was designed in neighbourhoods to ensure unison between nature and construction of structures. Echee said: “It is very unfortunate that people will come into a place like this and start a random destruction of the natural ecosystem without any authorisation. “This is a disaster waiting to happen because when we talk about global warming of the entire system, this is part of it.” On his part, the Director, Abuja Environmental Protection Board, Mr Osilama Braimah, said that the illegal structures, if allowed to stand, the people would suffer the consequences living without trees and vegetation. Speaking on the impact on the environment, Braimah explained that the proliferation of concrete buildings retains and radiates heat, making the environment hotter. According to him, it is essential to have designated green spaces to maintain a conducive ambient temperature. “When concrete covers everything, it prevents percolation, leading to increased flooding downstream. “To mitigate this, we must preserve green areas to facilitate percolation, groundwater recharge, and maintain healthy boreholes and wells.”
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| Politics › FCT Doctors Call Off Strike, Hail Wike's Prompt Intervention by shrinkchido(op): 7:48am On May 08, 2025 |
The Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration, ARD-FCTA, has officially suspended its three-day warning strike. President of ARD-FCTA, Dr George Ebong, confirmed the development to DAILY POST on Wednesday. According to him, the decision to suspend the industrial action followed an emergency virtual recess meeting held by members of the association. He commended the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, and his team for their intervention. “We called off the warning strike after some of our demands were met. Most of our members have received their unpaid salaries and have been reinstated. “We strongly hope that the rest of the members affected are paid by tomorrow to prevent further disruption of work in the health sector. “We thank the FCT Health Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, mandate secretary, and Chidi Amadi, Chief of Staff to FCT Minister Wike, for their swift intervention,” he said.
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| Politics › FCDA Begins ISEX Bridge Work, Announces Traffic Diversion In Abuja by shrinkchido(op): 11:04pm On May 07, 2025 |
The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) has announced the commencement of a major infrastructure project along the Inner Southern Expressway (ISEX), aimed at constructing a new interchange bridge to improve traffic flow within Abuja’s Central Business District. The construction, which began today, has prompted a traffic diversion affecting a key segment of the expressway. According to the FCDA, the diversion will span from Herbert Macauley Way, just after the Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC), and extend to the intersection before the National Defence College, also involving the junction at Herbert Macauley Way and Moshood Abiola Road. To accommodate the ongoing works, motorists will now be rerouted via Zakaria Maimalari Street, which runs past the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) office in the CBD. Landmarks along this temporary route include Chelsea Hotel and Access Bank PLC. The diversion then reconnects with Moshood Abiola Road, terminating near the Herbert Macauley T-junction by the AICC. Access Maintained, Traffic Agencies Deployed The FCDA has assured the public that access to all properties along the affected route will remain unimpeded during the period of construction. In collaboration with the FCT Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS), the Nigeria Police, and the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), traffic control measures are being put in place to ensure safety and limit disruption. “The project is a crucial part of ongoing efforts to modernize Abuja’s infrastructure and ease traffic congestion,” said the Executive Secretary of the FCDA. “We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the public’s understanding and cooperation.” Public Urged to Comply Motorists are advised to follow traffic signage and cooperate with officials on the ground. Commuters are also encouraged to factor in additional travel time as the changes take effect. The FCDA emphasized that the project is part of a broader vision to enhance connectivity and urban development in Nigeria’s capital city.
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| Politics › UN Lauds Wike’s Multisectoral Approach To Ending SGBV by shrinkchido(op): 9:11pm On May 06, 2025 |
The United Nations has commended the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) for its multisectoral approach to ending all forms of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). Dr Najat M’jid, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General on Violence against Children, gave the commendation in Abuja on Tuesday, when she visited the Awyetu Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC). The SARC, located at Bwari General Hospital was established in 2020 by the British Council on behalf of the European Union under its Rule of Law and Anticorruption (ROLAC) Programme. The centre was established to provide comprehensive medical, psychological, and legal support to survivors of sexual violence, with a special focus on children and vulnerable populations. M’jid expressed excitement with the synergy among the different sectors working together to eliminate all forms of SGBV in the FCT. “I am happy today because of what I have seen – many ministries are onboard supporting the fight against SGBV. “This is because the problem is not only the problem of FCT Women Affairs; the issues are also in health, in Justice, and in communities,” she said. She said that she was in the country to understand what was being done to address SGBV, “and how together, we can move forward”. She added that Nigeria was one of the paths finding countries on ending violence against children. She also said that the country was very involved and very committed to end all forms of violence against children and had made pledges. “Visit to Nigeria is to see how we can move ahead, how we can support and how we can achieve set targets from the many commitments the country has made. “We want to see how we can translate those commitments into concrete services that will prevent and address all forms of violence against children,” she said. The special representative, however, stressed the need to address the drivers of SGBV, detect and respond to reported cases and ensure that it was not happening again. She further said: “It is really important to make sure that the victims can be heard, be considered and be seen as victims and make the perpetrators accountable. “There is also the need to stop justifying violence against children and women through poverty and through social norms”. Earlier, the Mandate Secretary, FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Mrs Adebayo Benjamins-Laniyi, pointed out that a multisectoral problem required a multisectoral approach to tackle it. Benjamins-Laniyi said that a stronger synergy was required among critical stakeholders to deliver critical intervention from the local to the state level, in line with global best practices. She described M’jid visit as a “positive disruption” that sparked a desire to strengthen partnership and collaboration among the different stakeholders to do more for women and children in the FCT. The mandate secretary said that the FCT Administration had rolled out plans to reposition the SARC centre to provide quality integrated services to SGBV survivors. Also, the Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, said that M’jid’s visit reaffirmed the global resolve to protect children from violence. Fasawe, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary in the secretariat, Dr Baba-Gana Adam, added that the visit was very encouraging. She added that the visit also reinforced the role of sexual assault centre in ensuring access to care, justice, and dignity for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence. She disclosed that the hospital had continued to sustain the provision of services at the centre when the ROLAC support ended, but amidst numerous challenges. The mandate secretary, identified some of the challenges as funding for essential drugs and kits, staff training and incentives, inconsistent collaboration with law enforcements, and absence of prevention and community awareness programmes.
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| Politics › Why Chief Dele Momodu May Not Meet The Standards Of A Journalist by shrinkchido(op): 11:52pm On May 04, 2025 |
Defining Journalism: Why Chief Dele Momodu May Not Fit the Professional Standard of Being Called a Journalist. By: 'Biodun Ogundiran. In every profession, the thin line between expertise and quackery is drawn by standards—standards that define not only who belongs but also what qualifies a person to bear the title of a professional. Medicine has its regulatory councils. Law has its bar. Engineering and architecture are not exempt. Journalism, too, is a profession—complete with standards, codes of conduct, and professional bodies that regulate entry and practice. Unfortunately, in Nigeria, the sanctity of journalism is increasingly under threat as the space becomes cluttered with individuals whose only claim to the title “journalist” is visibility. This has created a confusing climate where content creators, bloggers, public commentators, and even social media influencers are casually labelled “journalists”. The situation in Nigeria today, especially with the explosion of digital media, highlights this challenge even more acutely. The Nigerian Union of Journalists' definition provides a necessary framework in a landscape where the lines have become increasingly blurred. According to the Nigerian Union of Journalists, for any person to be recognized as a journalist in Nigeria, one must hold a degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Journalism, Mass Communication, or a related discipline from a recognized institution. In addition, the individual must have at least one year of working experience in a registered media organization. Alternatively, persons with postgraduate qualifications in journalism or those who have consistently practiced journalism under recognized platforms for a set number of years can also be inducted—emphasis on recognized institutions and verifiable practice. Dele Momodu is undeniably a media personality and a respected publisher. His work, through Ovation International, has gained continental and global recognition. However, prestige or media involvement alone does not equate to being a journalist. The question we must ask is simple: Does Dele Momodu meet the professional threshold as defined by the NUJ? Let's first of all take a look at my own personal career. I worked in the bank for almost twenty years but was never a banker. I was a Human Resource Management practitioner and I practiced my profession in the Banking environment and many other sectors for many years. I belong to my own professional body and got professionally certificated not minding the sector where I ply my trade. Or does working at the Records Office of a Hospital qualifies one to be called a Medical Practitioner? -time spent in an environment doesn't automatically confer professional status on anybody. Now, premised upon the earlier stated definition of a 'journalist' according to the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Let's delve into articulating a defense for the statement made by Mr. Lere Olayinka the other day on Arise Television, that Chief Dele Momodu is not a journalist. Does he hold a degree or HND in Journalism or Mass Communication? If not, then by NUJ’s definition, he does not meet the foundational academic requirement to be recognized as a journalist. Working in a media house does not automatically confer the title of "journalist," just as working in a bank does not make one a banker or working in a University Canteen for 50 years qualifies you to be labelled as Academic. It was like NUJ saw today from many years ago when they put an emphatic definition on whom to be called a journalist in their professional handout and code of conduct. Kudos to the authors who thought of those stringent requirements. Look at our media spaces today and see if professionalism is being upheld. You see a television host shouting and fighting his guests like Rufai Oseni will always do on Arise, or you see a Dr. Reuben Abati, fighting his colleagues on live broadcast for not addressing him with his title. The authors of NUJ Professional Guidelines assumed that if anybody had passed through training in Mass Communication, or obtained any other training or certification in Journalism, such an individual would have learnt certain decorum of the job. Journalism, like law or medicine, is a profession with regulatory oversight. The NUJ exists to uphold ethics, standards, and professionalism. If Momodu has never been certified by the NUJ or any recognized journalism body, then Lere Olayinka was right. Dele Momodu being called a journalist because of his experience in Concord Newspaper or for his Photo Album production (according to Lere Olayinka) is merely informal—not professional. In like manner, the media space today is flooded with individuals who, despite their influence, lack formal journalism training. This has led to a decline in ethical reporting, sensationalism, and misinformation. Just because someone writes columns, hosts a show, or runs a blog does not make them a journalist. True journalism requires training in media law, ethics, fact-checking, and responsible reporting—skills acquired through structured education and professional certification. Experience alone does not equal qualification. Momodu’s media experience is commendable, but experience without formal training is like a self-taught surgeon operating on patients. Would we accept that in medicine? Why then should journalism, a profession that shapes public opinion and holds power accountable, be any less stringent? We must be bold to say this at least to check all these Rufai's in our media spaces . Unfortunately, it is only in Nigeria that we accept and celebrate quacks. In advanced societies, crossing into a regulated profession without certification is nearly impossible. A teacher with 20 years experience in Nigeria cannot walk into a British classroom without proper credentials, nor can a foreign doctor practice in the U.S. without passing licensing exams. Why should journalism be different? The NUJ’s stance is not elitism—it is about maintaining professionalism and that is what Lere Olayinka, a member of that profession, expressed on Arise Television and some people are asking for his head. I was more disturbed when I saw the calibre of people that came online to condemn Lere Olayinka's submission. What a pity? For me, the NUJ’s definition, as emphasised by Mr. Lere Olayinka, is not to exclude but to protect the profession from charlatans. If Chief Dele Momodu lacks the academic and professional credentials, then calling him a "journalist" is a stretch—no matter his popularity and experience. The same applies to many media personalities today who operate without adherence to journalistic standards. If we want credible, ethical, and responsible journalism, we must insist on qualifications. Otherwise, we risk celebrating mediocrity and eroding public trust in the media. Lere Olayinka and the NUJ are right—journalism is a profession, not a hobby. It is not a job that because somebody with a Degree in Animal Anatomy could not get a job in the Veterinary Hospital and resorted to being a TV host. Let’s stop conflating influence with professionalism. A writer is not always a journalist. A media personality is not always a journalist. True journalism has standards—and those standards matter. 'Biodun Ogundiran is a Social Commentator & Columnist that writes from Baakun in Ipetumodu, Osun State.
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| Politics › Wike Meets CP Group In China To Boost Water Access In FCT Satellite Towns by shrinkchido(op): 2:15pm On May 03, 2025 |
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| Politics › Wike Condemns Sponsored Walkout On First Lady, "It Is Disturbing, Embarrassing" by shrinkchido(op): 1:58pm On May 03, 2025 |
FCTA PRESS RELEASE Wike Condemns Sponsored Walkout On First Lady, Says "It is disturbing, embarrassing" The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned yesterday's walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, by a group of women loyal to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. The Minister, who apologized to the First Lady and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on behalf of the people of Rivers State, said "insult on anyone representing the First Lady of Nigeria in an event is a direct insult on the office of the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and as a leader in Rivers State, I apologize." Some women, led by some sacked Local Government Vice Chairmen had staged a walkout during the Renewed Hope Initiative empowerment programme organised by the office of the First Lady of Nigeria, held at the EUI Event Centre in GRA, Port Harcourt, yesterday. The programme was meant to benefit 500 women in the state with various empowerment items. According to a statement on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the FCT Minister, who is in China for official engagements, described the incident as "very disturbing and embarrassing," cautioning supporters of the suspended governor to desist from ridiculing the State. The Minister counselled the suspended governor to demonstrate honesty by being bold enough to tell President Tinubu, what exactly he wanted, rather than saying something today, and doing another thing tomorrow. He said; "It is not enough to be visiting people to plead for peace, those who genuinely want peace work and act for it. "These are the same people pleading for peace, but at the same time doing things that are contrary to what they are pleading for. "How can you say you want peace and at the same time, you are sponsoring people to insult everyone, including the President and his wife? "All those shenanigans won't bring peace, and I am sure they know that, because they are not sincere with their up and down pleadings for peace. "As for me and those who subscribe to my leadership, we condemn in totality that yesterday's show of shame and we apologize to our First Lady for the embarrassing conduct of those few women who do not represent the characters and ideals of the people of Rivers State." Lere Olayinka Senior Special Assistant Public Communications and Social Media May 3, 2025
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| Politics › Wike Visits China Over FCT Satellite Towns Water Project by shrinkchido(op): 8:01pm On May 01, 2025 |
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, will any moment from now arrive in China, ahead of series of official engagements, aimed at ensuring provision of water for Satellite Towns in the FCT. 6 Likes
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| Politics › Wike Reaffirms Commitment To Workers’ Welfare At 2025 Labour Day Celebration by shrinkchido(op): 7:01pm On May 01, 2025 |
Wike Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare at 2025 Labour Day Celebration in Abuja Abuja – May 1, 2025 The Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare, rights, and career advancement of workers within the FCT. The Minister’s remarks were delivered on his behalf by the FCT Head of Service, Dr. Grace Adayilo, during the 2025 International Labour Day celebration held in Abuja. Speaking at the colourful event, Wike acknowledged the indispensable role of workers in national development, describing them as the “backbone of effective public service delivery.” He welcomed workers from across Nigeria and saluted their dedication, resilience, and patriotism. The theme of this year’s celebration, “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship,” was described by the Minister as timely and resonant, particularly in the face of prevailing economic challenges. He emphasized the need to safeguard democratic participation and uphold workers' rights in times of hardship, rather than allowing civic space to shrink. Since assuming office in 2023, Wike said he has prioritized the creation of a conducive working environment across the FCTA. He highlighted several ongoing initiatives aimed at boosting staff welfare and performance, including: - Prompt Payment of Salaries and Pensions: Wike reported full implementation of the new salary structure and payment of all arrears, noting that financial security is crucial for productivity. - Staff Training and Capacity Development: With emphasis on technological and administrative advancements, over sixty medical doctors have been recruited for residency training across eight specialties. - Upgrading of Workspaces: Various secretariats and agencies have undergone infrastructural renovations to improve work conditions. - Promotion and Career Progression: Measures have been instituted to support professional growth, including the ongoing staff regularisation and upcoming promotion exercises. Wike also addressed the ongoing strike by Area Council employees over non-payment of the new minimum wage. He disclosed that over ₦4.1 billion had been disbursed to the six Area Councils and urged them to fulfill their obligations to workers. In the education sector, the Minister disclosed that the FCTA has commenced major upgrades in public schools across the Area Councils, focusing on improved infrastructure, learning materials, and better working conditions for teachers. He concluded his speech with a call for continued partnership between government and organized labour, stressing that open civic engagement must thrive even during economic difficulties. “Every worker, from the lowest rank to the highest, contributes immensely to the progress and development of the Federal Capital Territory,” Wike stated. The event ended with cheers and solidarity songs as workers commemorated their achievements and renewed hope for improved conditions.
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| Politics › When Atiku's Money Stops, Dele Momodu Will Sing Another Song - Olayinka by shrinkchido(op): 7:00pm On Apr 30, 2025 |
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| Politics › JUST-IN: My Defection From PDP Imminent, Akwa Ibom Gov Umo Eno Declares by shrinkchido(op): 2:01pm On Apr 30, 2025 |
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has given hint of his possible defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), noting that the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was like a spoilt plane and may no longer has the capacity to take him to the next destination from 2027. Speaking against the backdrop of recent gale of defections from the PDP with the latest being the Delta State governor Sheriff Oborewori, who moved with several supporters to the APC, Pastor Eno hinted that the heavily fragmented PDP may soon grind to a halt. Addressing a mammoth crowd that thronged the Town Square meeting of the Ukanafun/Oruk Anam federal constituency on Tuesday at the QIC Central School, Ikot Akpankuk, headquarters of Ukanafun local government area, the governor disclosed that he might join the fray soon as the crucial 2027 election year inches closer. “If you wanted to travel with Ibom Airline, and on the verge of taking off, it developed a fault that won’t enable it to fly, won’t you board the next available plane to take you to your destination?” Eno queried. However, the governor, who enjoined the people to remain steadfast in support of his administration in its quest to deliver on its campaign promises, doled out empowerment succour to over 400 people, including business grants, cars and other freebies.
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| Politics › Wike Appoints Three New Members Of IBB Golf Club Interim Management Committee by shrinkchido(op): 7:39pm On Apr 28, 2025 |
FCTA PRESS RELEASE Wike Appoints Three New Members of IBB Golf Club Interim Management Committee The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the appointment of three new members of the Interim Management Committee of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club. The two new members are Edidiong Idiong, Brigadier General Onoyieta Mustapha Dennis Ogheneovo (Rtd) and Hadiza Yusuf Coommasie. According to the Minister's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the three new members will join those appointed earlier. Earlier appointed as Chairman and Secretary of the Interim Management Committee were Dr Peter Deshi and Barrister Yomi Oyelola respectively. Others were Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, Arc. Nanwor Mamven, Mrs. Ekanem Ekwueme, Arc. Arabi Bello, Lawan Aboki, Okey Nnaedozie, Fred Otobo and Julius Fadairo. The Minister congratulated the three new members, urging them to work with other members of the Interim Management Committee to movs the IBB Golf Club to an enviable height. Lere Olayinka Senior Special Assistant Public Communications and Social Media April 28, 2025
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| Politics › Wike: IBB Golf Club Interim Management Committee To Start Work Immediately by shrinkchido(op): 6:57pm On Apr 27, 2025 |
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| Politics › Wike Summons Area Council Chairmen, NUT Over Teachers’ Strike by shrinkchido(op): 7:07pm On Apr 24, 2025 |
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has summoned the chairmen of FCT area councils and leadership of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT Wing, for a meeting. The meeting was to find lasting solutions to the lingering primary school teachers’ strike over unresolved welfare concerns. Wike stated this in Abuja on Thursday, after inspecting ongoing projects in preparation for inauguration to celebrate the second anniversary of President Bola Tinubu. He spoke while responding to the protest by the teachers in the early hours of Wednesday. The minister, who described the development as very unfortunate, wondered why the chairmen of the FCT area councils did not have conscience. He said that the area council chairmen refused to pay the teachers their entitlements, in spite of receiving approved funds specifically for that purpose. “They were unable to pay them. In fact, I got the report yesterday and have summoned all of them for a meeting. “You see, that’s the problem we have in this country; by the time I apply the big stick, people will be saying all kinds of things. “I don’t know why people don’t have conscience that these are teachers who take care of our children, and you are happy that you are not paying them their salaries,” he said. Wike explained that primary schools were under the purview of the area councils and not FCT Administration, adding that the area councils were in charge of primary schools. He appealed to the NUT to give him some time, assuring that the issues would be sorted out soon. Earlier, the NUT Chairman, Mr Abdullahi Shafa, who led the protest, acknowledged Wike’s intervention to resolve the lingering strike, including the release of N4.1 billion to the area councils to pay the striking teachers. He accused the area council chairmen of diverting the funds and called on the National Assembly and the Economic and Financial Crime Commission to intervene and called them to order. Primary school teachers had embarked on a series of strikes over non-payment of minimum wage and 40 per cent Peculiar Allowance. Other unresolved issues included the non-implementation of 25 per cent and 35 per cent salary increases, and the N35,000 wage award, among other benefits.
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| Politics › Wike Praises Okowa, Delta Governor's Support For Tinubu by shrinkchido(op): 9:12pm On Apr 23, 2025 |
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has commended the former Governor of Delta State and People's Democratic Party (PDP) Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, for supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 7 Likes 1 Share
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| Politics › How Many Major Cases Did You Win To Become SAN, Wike's Aide Fires Back At Falana by shrinkchido(op): 3:03pm On Apr 21, 2025 |
How many major cases did you win to become SAN, Wike's Aide fires back at Falana Self-appointed human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) has been challenged to list the number of major cases he won and what he has done for the development of the legal profession that qualified him to become a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), apart from being an "arrangee and errand lawyer." 31 Likes 2 Shares
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| Nairaland General › Wike Inspects Ongoing Construction Of Kabusa-ketti, Kabusa-takusara Roads by shrinkchido(op): 5:52pm On Apr 19, 2025 |
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, today inspected the ongoing construction of the Kabusa-Ketti and Kabusa-Takusara roads. During the visit, the contractors handling the projects assured the Minister that both roads will be completed and ready for commissioning by next month. The road projects were officially flagged off on December 4 and 5, 2024, as part of efforts to improve infrastructure and connectivity within the FCT.
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| Nairaland General › Ifo LG Partners Bristlecone THP, Turf Global On Green Transport, Jobs by shrinkchido(op): 8:37pm On Apr 16, 2025 |
Ifo Local Government Partners Bristlecone THP, Turf Global to Boost Green Transport and Job Creation ...Launches Electric Tricycle Scheme In a landmark event towards sustainable development and economic empowerment, Ifo Local Government has launched an electric tricycle initiative in partnership with Bristlecone THP and Turf Global Trading Service Partners. The initiative, unveiled on Tuesday at the council secretariat, is set to redefine transportation within the fast-growing community while tackling unemployment and environmental concerns. The Executive Chairman of Ifo Local Government, Hon. Idris Olalekan Kusimo, described the project as a “transformative partnership” that reflects his administration’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and improved living standards. “This initiative is a significant leap forward in our efforts to create jobs, reduce carbon emissions, and lower the cost of transportation for our people. It represents our dedication to building a more prosperous and environmentally responsible community,” Kusimo stated during the unveiling ceremony. A Greener and Smarter Mobility Solution With a population exceeding 500,000, Ifo Local Government is one of the most rapidly urbanising regions in Ogun State. The electric tricycle scheme aims to replace traditional petrol-powered tricycles with cleaner, cost-effective electric alternatives. The goals of the initiative include: - Reducing operational costs by eliminating fuel expenses and lowering maintenance requirements. - Promoting environmental sustainability through reduced carbon emissions. - Creating employment opportunities for youth and local residents. - Enhancing mobility with affordable and efficient transport options. Strategic Partners Drive the Project Three key players are driving the initiative: - Bristlecone THP, a leader in last-mile sustainable transport, is supplying the electric tricycles and offering technical support. Dr. Habeeb Danmole, speaking for the company, highlighted the long-term benefits of the vehicles, including their reduced reliance on fossil fuels and minimal environmental impact. - Turf Global Trading Service Partners, a consulting and business facilitation firm, coordinated the collaboration between stakeholders. Their strategic role ensured smooth negotiations and the alignment of goals across all parties involved. - Ifo Local Government, under Kusimo’s leadership, is providing oversight, financial backing, and regulatory support to ensure the project’s success and integration into the local transportation ecosystem. The electric tricycle initiative is expected to create hundreds of jobs, reduce transport costs, and set a precedent for green mobility in Ogun State and beyond. With strong institutional backing and a clear development vision, the program positions Ifo as a model for other local governments seeking innovative solutions to economic and environmental challenges.
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| Nairaland General › Wike Tours Mabushi Bus Terminal, Key Road And Bridge Projects In Abuja by shrinkchido(op): 8:22pm On Apr 15, 2025 |
Abuja – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, today visited the construction site of one of Abuja’s three major Bus and Taxi Terminals, currently taking shape in Mabushi. The Minister’s inspection tour also took him to the ongoing Apo-Wassa road project, as well as the bridges linking Kubwa Road with Jahi and Life Camp areas. The visit was part of an on-the-spot assessment to evaluate the pace and quality of work. Wike reaffirmed the FCT Administration’s commitment to improving transportation infrastructure across the city, aiming to ease mobility and enhance urban connectivity.
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| Nairaland General › BREAKING: Wike Inspects Key Road Projects, ICC Rehab In Abuja by shrinkchido(op): 3:51pm On Apr 14, 2025 |
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, today carried out an inspection tour of key infrastructure projects across Abuja. The projects include the ongoing construction of the Life Camp to Karmo road, the Maitama to Gishiri bridge and road, as well as the rehabilitation of the International Conference Centre (ICC). The inspection is part of the FCT Administration’s commitment to fast-tracking infrastructural development and improving transportation and event facilities in the capital city.
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| Politics › FCTA Unveils New Land Reforms: Occupancy Rights, Land Regularisation & Housing by shrinkchido(op): 2:48pm On Apr 14, 2025 |
FCTA Announces New Land Administration Initiatives: Statutory Right of Occupancy, Regularisation of Area Council Land, and Mass Housing Estate Titles The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), through the Department of Lands Administration, is pleased to inform the general public of three major initiatives aimed at enhancing land governance, improving access to legal land titles, and strengthening the security of land ownership within the FCT. Grant of Statutory Right of Occupancy In line with efforts to promote orderly development and provide secure land tenure, the FCTA is now actively granting Statutory Rights of Occupancy to qualified applicants. This grant allows beneficiaries to legally own and utilize land within the FCT under the provisions of the Land Use Act. Applicants are advised to ensure that all necessary documentation and processes are duly completed through the appropriate channels. This initiative is a crucial step toward fostering sustainable urban development, encouraging investment, and minimizing land disputes. Issuance of Titles for Mass Housing Estates In a bid to support affordable housing development and strengthen investor confidence, the FCTA is commencing the Issuance of Land Titles for approved Mass Housing Estates across the Territory. Developers and individual allottees within these estates are encouraged to submit the necessary documents for verification and processing. This initiative is designed to formalize ownership, enhance property value, and ensure residents have the security of tenure required to thrive. Regularisation of Area Council Land Documents The FCTA is also inviting residents and property owners within the Area Councils who possess customary land documents or other informal titles to take advantage of the Regularisation Exercise currently underway. This process will upgrade existing informal documents into legally recognized titles, thereby offering enhanced legal backing and increased protection for landowners. Interested individuals are urged to visit the FCTA Land Regularisation Office with all relevant documents to begin the process. All applicants and interested parties are reminded to deal only with authorized FCTA officials and to avoid patronizing touts or unverified agents. The FCTA remains committed to transparency, service excellence, and the equitable distribution of land resources across the Territory. For further inquiries, please contact: Department of Lands Administration Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Signed: Management Federal Capital Territory Administration
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| Politics › FCTA Gives Land Allotees 21 Days To Pay Or Lose Offer by shrinkchido(op): 5:54pm On Apr 12, 2025 |
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has given land allottees 21 days to pay all statutory Right of Occupancy (R of O) bills and charges or lose the offer. Mr Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja on Friday. Olayinka explained that the measure was part of the broad and comprehensive reforms on land administration in the FCT, approved by the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike. He said that the reforms, which would become operational from April 21, covers specific areas like conditions of grant of statutory R of O, and contents of the statutory R of O bill. Others, he said, would include contents of Letter of Acceptance/Refusal of offer of grant of R o O, titling of mass housing and sectional interests, as well as regularisation of area council land documents. He explained that the crux of the sweeping reforms in the FCT land administration would ensure the regularisation of land allocations in area councils and title of mass housing properties in favour of buyers. He added that the land allottees were also expected to develop allocated lands within two years. Olayinka noted that before now, deadline for payment of bills, rents, fees and charges were not specified in the statutory R of O bill, with no penalty for failure to make payment promptly. According to him, the non-collection of R of O and non-payment of bills has caused delay in revenue generation due to the FCTA. “It has also caused slower pace of infrastructural development and promote sustained land speculation and racketeering. “Also, huge expenses have been incurred by the FCT Administration through repeated advertisements and publications notifying the public on the need for collection of R of O and timely payment of bills and charges. “Consequently, as against the unspecified period within which to collect the R of O and make full payment of the bills and charges, land allottees now have 21 days from the date of offer to make full payment of all bills, fees, rents and charges prescribed on offers, and submit a duly completed letter of acceptance alongside evidence of payments or lose the offer.” The spokesman added that FCTA had equally given land allottees two years from the date of the commencement of the R of O to erect and complete development on any land granted in the FCT. This, according to him, is against the lengthy or unspecified period within which to develop allocated lands. “Therefore, any R of O bills and other payments made outside the stipulated 21 days shall be considered invalid while any land granted should be developed within two years,” he said. Also, the Director of Land Administration, FCTA, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, said this was the first time the Administration had reviewed its land administration to improve efficiency. Nwankwoeze said that with this development, allottees would no longer hold their R of O in their house and assumed they owned a land in FCT. He said that beginning from April 21, any offer of R of O must be paid for within 21 days of offer to validate acceptance. “So, acceptance of the offer of statutory R of O in the FCT is now tied to payments of the accompanied bills,” he said. The director of land also said that for lands allocated in the area councils, the allottees would be expected to make all payments within 60 days.
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| Nairaland General › JUST IN: Major Shakeup In FCT Over Land Reform by shrinkchido(op): 6:47pm On Apr 11, 2025 |
Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday issued a 21-day ultimatum to land allottees in the nation’s capital to fully pay all charges prescribed on offers of Statutory Rights of Occupancy and submit a duly completed Letter of acceptance alongside evidence of payments, or lose the offer. Wike also gave all allottees in the FCT two years to develop their lands. The minister spoke through his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka while briefing reporters on the recent issues surrounding land development in FCT. Olayinka disclosed that to date, out of the 261,914 Area Council land documents submitted for regularization, only 8,287 have been vetted, out of which only 2,358 were cleared, validated and regularized to statutory titles. He explained that the 8,287 were vetted from 2006 to 2023 (17 years), adding that this represents just 3.2% of the total land documents submitted for vetting and regularization as at today. The SSA said the FCT Administration is still left with 253,627 submissions in its database. Olayinka hinted that Area Council land allocations will henceforth be regularized, adding that Area Council allottees are given 60 days ultimatum to make full payment. Wike’s spokesman who briefed alongside Director of Land Administration FCTA, Chijioke Nwankwoeze said: “These reforms, which will become operational from April 21, 2025, cover specific areas like conditions of grant of Statutory Right of Occupancy, contents of the Statutory Right of Occupancy Bill, contents of Letter of Acceptance/Refusal of offer of grant of Right of Occupancy, titling of Mass Housing and sectional interests, as well as regularization of Area Council Land documents. “It should be noted that before now, the deadline for payment of bills, rents, fees and charges was not specified in the Statutory Right of Occupancy bill, and no penalty for failure to make payment promptly. This has caused delay in revenue receivable due to non-collection of Right of Occupancy (R-of-O) and non-payment of bills, slower pace of infrastructural development, sustained land speculation and racketeering while huge expenses have been incurred by the FCT Administration through repeated advertisements and publications notifying the public on the need for collection of R-of-O and timely payment of bills and charges. “Consequently, as against the unspecified period within which to collect the Right of Occupancy (R-of-O) and make full payment of the Statutory Right of Occupancy bills and charges, land allottees now have 21 days from the date of offer, to make full payment of all bills, fees, rents and charges prescribed on offers of Statutory Rights of Occupancy and submit a duly completed Letter of acceptance alongside evidence of payments, or lose the offer. “Also, as against the lengthy period within which to develop allocated lands, the period within which to erect and complete developments on any land granted in the FCT is now two years from the date of the commencement of the R-of-O. Therefore, any R-of-O bills and any other payments made outside the stipulated 21 days shall be considered invalid while any land granted should be developed within two years. “On lands previously allocated by Area Councils, the law stipulates that all lands in the FCT are urban land. It therefore becomes necessary that all land documents issued by the Area Councils are considered for regularization to statutory titles in line with relevant statutes. “It should be noted that in 2006, the Zonal Land, Planning and Survey offices of the six Area Councils were directed to submit all Area Council allocation lists, layouts, files and registers to Abuja Geographic Information System (AGIS)/Lands Department, and this was done by the Area Councils. “However, to date, out of the 261,914 Area Council land documents submitted for regularization, only 8,287 have been vetted, out of which only 2,358 were cleared, validated and regularized to statutory titles. The 8,287 were vetted from 2006 to 2023 (17 years), and this represents just 3.2% of the total land documents submitted for vetting and regularization as at today, the FCT Administration is still left with 253,627 submissions in its database. “Area Council land documents successfully vetted and confirmed would have statutory titles on such lands issued and the allottees will have sixty days to make full payments of all bills, fees, rents and charges prescribed, failure of which the offers shall become invalid”. On Mass Housing, Olayinka said: “it should be noted that the Mass Housing Programme was initiated in 2000 to utilize the Public Private Partnership (PPP) strategy with the objective of providing affordable housing for the residents of FCT. “However, from the inception of the Mass Housing programme in 2000 till date, out of the 445 Mass Housing allocations granted, only two developers have successfully met the terms and conditions. A new operational framework for titling of Mass Housing and Sectional Interests has been developed to fast-track the exercise efficiently, effectively and diligently, in line with the Minister’s vision to restore confidence in the administration of lands in the FCT. “Currently, the holders/occupiers of properties within the various Mass Housing Estates in the FCT do not pay bills, rents, fees and charges to the government despite having held and occupied the properties for decades. In recognition of the urgent need to issue titles to the beneficiaries of Mass Housing and Sectional Interests, all applications for titling are to be made by the Subscribers/Developers to the Department of land Administration for processing. Processing of titles for Mass Housing and Sectional Interests shall commence on April 21, 2025, in line with the new operational framework”.
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