biafranqueen:
waternogeteneny you can't win me ooo!

I be waterwaynodey carry last ooo!


Second Niger Bridge under construction. All in GEJ 4YEARS OF POWER AND NOT 6 but u cant expect Buhari and his supporters with F9 in maths to know dat.

THE SECOND NIGER BRIDGE: THE KEY TO BOOSTING SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LINKS ACROSS THE NIGER

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President Jonathan kick starting of work on the Second Niger bridge. Beside Mr President is the Honorable Minister of Works, Engineer Mike Onolememen.

When the decision was taken by President Jonathan to commence construction of the Second Niger Bridge, many Nigerians commended him for what they considered a long overdue initiative. To many, the neglect of this key project had greatly stifled the economic potentials of the eastern part of Nigeria, recognised for its immense contributions to the nation’s commerce and industry. The debilitating pressure placed on the first Niger Bridge, which was completed in 1965, and experiencing serious structural challenges, had further driven home the need for an expansion of the road infrastructure that would increase access to eastern markets from other parts of the country and also improve conditions for travellers.
The stress and pressure on the first bridge has exceeded its carrying capacity. This has resulted in visible vibration, shaking and sinking. The pressure of use is mainly from businesses, families, persons and interests who regularly travel on this route as a necessity. The pressure that this bridge faces is emphasised by its prime position as the major link between several states. Vehicular traffic from Edo, Delta, Ondo, Osun, Ogun, Lagos, Oyo and Ekiti States make optimal use of the bridge to Anambra, Enugu, Imo, Ebonyi, Cross-River and Akwa-Ibom and River States.
With the increase in national population, the envisaged population targeted to use the bridge, as designed by the engineering consultants, has exceeded the limits and load. Population is now 167 million while the bridge was built when Nigeria had a population of 55 million. The need for a new bridge has been well acknowledged since the 90s. Over the years, the stifling limitations imposed by the reliance on a single link between the eastern parts and the rest of Nigeria has also had its major economic impact evident in the time constraints on the movement of goods and services, as well as the resulting limitations on investments in the region.
The need for a second Niger Bridge is an argument that has remained on the front burner of national discourse. Not only for its exigency, considering the age of the existing bridge, but also for its relevance to national development. According to government sources, the new bridge is 1590m in length and is located 1.7km downstream of the existing aged steel truss Niger Bridge. There is no doubt that the new bridge and the connecting roads will enhance the capacity of the South-East-South West transport corridor and provide significant economic benefits to the regional and national economy.
At the ground breaking ceremony, performed by President Jonathan, the Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, discloses that the funds for the project have been procured and therefore work must start in earnest. President Jonathan said the federal government had to follow due process so that the bridge would not be another white elephant project. This was the reason for the initial delay in the commencement of the project. The indications are clear that work on the second Niger Bridge will be a reality under President Jonathan, after so many years of waiting. This will obviously be a milestone for the Federal government and a great legacy of President Jonathan.

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Impression of new Niger bridge.

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Traffic congestion on Niger bridge.

The Minister of Works, Architect Mike Onolememen, explains that the project is a Private Public Partnership (PPP) and not a contract. It is to be executed under the Design, Finance, Build, Operate and Transfer (DEBOT) model. Under this arrangement, the consortium will raise the fund for the project while government will only take very marginal percentage to show commitment. Also, by the DEBOT Model, it automatically means that users will pay toll upon the completion of the project. But, this issue has been very well explained by Mr. President who says the toll will be a minimal fee under the Federal Government policy on tolls collection. For most Nigerians, if this is what is required to ensure improved travel time and increased access to commercial opportunities, then it is worth every penny.

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WHAT THE PEOPLE ARE SAYING…
Occupy_Nigeria_rally_in_Ojota_Temi“Actually if major private interstate road transport companies are saying that the roads are getting better’, you must take them a seriously given the nature of their work. Unless you have traversed the entire nation the way that company has, and done an assessment based on that. You do not look at the federal road behind your street and say ”nothing has changed” based on the fact that it still looks the same. That’s irrational.”
Sanusi Haliru, Trader, Kano

“Nigerian roads, especially federal highways, have experienced positive transformation in the last one year. Others can say whatever they like from the comfort of their homes but those who desire the truth should ask long distance drivers. For instance, travelling from Lagos to the east can now be done in record time due to improved network of roads. I challenge anyone to dispute this fact.”
Nnamdi Obiora, Public Transport Driver, runs the busy Lagos to Onitsha route.

“The amount and pace (especially pace) of work that has gone into the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and repairs of federal roads in the last year or so far outstrip any such work done in the last 10 years or so.”
Andrew Andoor, student, Makurdi.

“Well, the truth is that Lagos to Owerri now can be done in six hours, unlike maybe three years ago when it was nothing less than nine hours.”
Osaro Obayiuwana, Public Transport Driver, runs Lagos-Benin-Onitsha

“In all honesty, Nigerian roads are taking shape. Thanks to GEJ and his team, but they should not relent, there is still a lot of work to be done. I must also add that it would be a welcome change if the security challenges are tackled with this same zeal. Believe me, if this is done, travelling across Nigeria would be blissful.”
Ade Akinwumi, trader, Ibadan

“Whatever we do we should always be objective. The state of federal and state roads nationwide has improved drastically. But, especially, the pace at which federal roads are being constructed needs to be appreciated. He (GEJ) has barely completed four yes and yet he has done more to improve the roads than I witnessed all the years I lived here before leaving the country. I must admit, I have seen marked differences on every trip I have made back home in the last three years.”
Dagogo John, a Nigerian resident in the United States of America

“Please give credit to whoever is deserving of it. GEJ is doing a great job in the area of road infrastructure. I worked with the works ministry, monitoring progress of work and visiting project sites. There is massive construction going on all over Nigeria and the least I can say is that the job done is simply impressive. There are 11,322 km of roads under construction and the quality of work is world class. Please don’t be deceived by those who don’t know.”
Aliyu Sanni, retired civil servant, Sokoto

“Please, Your Excellency, establish your library now and let’s begin to enjoy the facilities…oh, Journal of Wind of Hope. Ha, you are just too much. That’s why it is good to have education!!!”
Zitou Ayawari Online contributor, Nigeria:Vision in Progress

“Sir, I saw ur write up on a journal ‘Wind of Hope’ and wish to know how patience Ozokwo and Olu Jacobs contributed to keep Nigeria one.”
Anonymous



RESPONSE FROM THE EDITOR
We accept that some key names were omitted and, to some people, it would seem as if some of those featured in our centre spread have no connection to the sustenance of Nigeria’s unity. However, our position is different. We must point out that we consider unity a relative term. In our opinion, the nation’s unity has been sustained through the efforts of all Nigerians who have shown admirable commitment in their various endeavours. The efforts of these great Nigerians have been largely responsible for strengthening our collective sense of belonging and their continued belief in the greatness of this nation have continued to be inspiration for many Nigerians, regardless of tongue, ethnicity or religion. It is for this reason that we randomly chose these individuals who, by the way, are all recipients of special Centenary Honours bestowed on them by the government for their contributions as ambassadors of the Nigerian state in their various fields.
What they have promoted are not sectional interests but a national ethos. We salute them as much as we acknowledge that there are many more whose relevance to this ethos cannot be ignored. Also, we must point out that such observations are always welcomed as they would help us in better appreciating the opinions of Nigerians.

Oweto Bridge over River Benue in Nassarawa and Second Niger Bridge

Under Construction Enugu International Airport

New Lagos General Aviation Terminal & Murtala International Airport Terminal 2

Lagos Terminal-1 (domestic)

Lagos International Airport Terminal Two under construction

New Abuja Airport terminal under construction

Second Terminal

Lagos Ibadan Expressway

Abuja Zuba Road

[size=18pt]In a country of almost 200million, u take a poll of not up to 5,000 online, that cannot be verified and u definitely have people or groups voting more than once with multiple monikers to decide a Presidential Race.


My friend dat is daft.[/size]

scholes0:


More people than you think.
Internet penetration nationwide stands at around 37% ... It is not 100% but then not 100% of Nigerians go to the polls.

[size=18pt]The majority of Nigeria electorate are not involved in this poll. 99% of those voting are election organisers and their network.

U know how desperate Buhari camp can get? 100% participation in the poll for the propaganda effect.

Even myself an internet junkie knew nothing of the poll until seeing it on naira land home page.


I can tell u authoritatively that the poll is not credible and does not reflect the vast electorate of Nigerians, whom majority are not computer literate.[/size]

[size=18pt]How may people in Nigeria are online? Wat is the credibility of the poll?


Nonsense.[/size]

Matildahenshaw:
okay we are cool,but am not gonna apologize for being honest,you shouldnt just curse him,if you dont bliv he can acheive it then atleast give him the benefit of the doubt,the same you gave GEJ for SIX years..peace.

Oh! So it is my fault and i dont deserve an apology?

Point of correction GEJ have not been in power for six years but going to five.

Buhari did not talk of industry but coal miner jobs for 1 million youths. That is worst than slavery. He promise a degenerating health condition and poverty to 1 million igbo youth?

Wat exactly is Buhari economic plan for Nigeria? So far it seems to be based on making Nigeria one big Almajiri state.


If it is not free food for all secondary school children, then it is free free education. Then 10,000 naira payment monthly to unemployed graduate.Provide free ante?natal care for pregnant women; free health care for babies and children up to school going age and for the aged; and free treatment for those afflicted with infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS;

Create a Social Welfare Program of at least Five Thousand Naira (N5000) that will cater for the 25 million poorest and most vulnerable citizens upon the demonstration of children’s enrolment in school and evidence of immunisation to help promote family stability.Provide allowances to the discharged but unemployed Youth Corps members for Twelve (12) months while in the skills and entrepreneurial development programmes.


Where is all this money coming from? Wat industry? Nobody has said... Nobody has said.



The world over the government is rolling back the welfare state to focus spending on infrastructure and industries that create job and generate revenues that will be reflected in the nations GDP. UK, US, GERMANY, RUSSIA ETC. These are the said developed countries.

See these semi illiterate. EU observers usually meet election contenders to tell them of their mission whereever they go.


Anyway illiterate begets illiterate


Buhari show us ur certificate.

We will like to use the stadium with Amaechi buried under.


Amaechi no be for mouth. Turn up first!

This Egbesu is it not the same with Ekwensu in Igbo? Satan?


Then u have Osu? People offered to the gods. Anything relating to 'su' traces back to the deity.


A force of Chaos and Change, thus in his more violent aspects, Ekwensu was also revered as a god of War and Victory who ruled over the wicked spirits and the chaotic forces of nature. His companion was Death.

Matildahenshaw:
Still on it,you are a poor excuse for a child.At least GMB has a home and family?you nigga chase under skirts,as if it gonna pay your bills.

See me O! Inside me and u who first quote who and wat makes u think i dont have a home and family? The fact that i gave a representation does not deem u fit to pass any qualifying judgement. Abi waitin be ur own in the matter?

Matildahenshaw:
from their words you will know them..if you can look at an elder and curse him,then you must be a poor excuse for a child.

Bring ya toto come, whether child no go come out of am after nine months. Mugu! Mumu!

waternogeteneny:
One undisputed fact is that we cannot return power to people brandishing arms. Who go like enter go sleep make dem take fire send u to the great beyond?


Since all the radicals head to Borno, the people of plateau never rest small. Return power to the North, it wont only be Plateau but they move down south.



Fulani with a cow is enough cover for their migration and the lie of stolen cow is enough excuse to burn down a community.




Dey dat have ear should listen.

Gen Buhari categorically stated that;"I will continue to show openly and inside me the total commitment to the Sharia movement that is sweeping all over Nigeria, " Buhari said, "God willing, we will not stop the agitation for the total implementation of the Sharia in the country," Buhari said.

"Buhari calls for Sharia in all states, was defended by supporters as simply a call for the full implementation of Sharia in areas where Muslims predominated.


Buhari Politics of Religion an affront to the sensibility of Christians

The comments are the second by Buhari that have courted controversy after he called earlier this year for Muslims to vote at the next presidential elections only for someone who would defend their faith. This was criticised by the press as a call for voting along religious lines

Buhari categorically said; "It is a legal responsibility which God has given us, within the context of one Nigeria, to continue to uphold the practice of Sharia wholeheartedly ... and to educate non-Muslims that they have nothing to fear," he said.

"What remains for Muslims in Nigeria is for them to redouble their efforts, educate Muslims on the need to promote the full implementation of Sharia law," he went on. - AFP

One undisputed fact is that we cannot return power to people brandishing arms. Who go like enter go sleep make dem take fire send u to the great beyond?


Since all the radicals head to Borno, the people of plateau never rest small. Return power to the North, it wont only be Plateau but they move down south.



Fulani with a cow is enough cover for their migration and the lie of stolen cow is enough excuse to burn down a community.




Dey dat have ear should listen.

Manage ur record label first. Na ya mate dey manager nairaland.


Person never manage ordinary record label, na mouth he want to use and build skyscraper for Nigeria.



Dat party APC is all mouth no substance.


GEJ till 2019

Oga Seun come and see O. He never enter power, he has started limiting freedom of expression.

Only GEJ can take all the shit even from Mbaka. I believe NgeneUkwuenu was threatening nairaland the other day.

How many time have dey thraten nairaland?

God bless GEJ

God bless Nigeria

God bless Ndiigbo

God bless Nairaland

Chei the triple N

Ma Nigger

Omo see trouble this evening... Did Ndiigbo ask this GAMBARI CATTLE REARER for Jobs?


Almajiri never finish to collect Jobs na Ndiigbo Buhari will give Jobs.



HEHEHEHE! We are not stupid.

One thing we need to get in focus during this conversation is that Lagos is multi ethnic and not yoruba. It is a city state not western region.


It is owned and sustained by all Nigerians. Now let us discuss.

THUNDER FIRE THAT GAMBARI CATTLE REARER WITH HIS JOBS.