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Agricultural Revolution On The Horizon As Governor Fubara Undertakes Songhai Farm Revival
Agricultural Revolution On The Horizon As Governor Fubara Undertakes Songhai Farm Revival....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has initiated the process of revitalizing the abandoned Songhai farms in Bunu community, Tai Local Government Area of the state.
The governor emphasized that restoring the farm would lay the groundwork for his administration’s agricultural revolution, as part of a broader effort to diversify the economy.
In a statement signed by his Special Assistant for Media, Boniface Onyedi, Fubara provided this assurance during his inspection of the Songhai Farm.
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Fubara explained that this decision stemmed from discussions held at the recent National Economic Council meeting, where the need to diversify the economy in response to current economic challenges, including the removal of fuel subsidies, was highlighted.
He stated, “In our last National Economic Council meeting, because of the present situation of our economy, which you are aware of; the issue of removal of fuel subsidy and other economic challenges affecting everyone, everybody was advised to diversify. The other option is agriculture, and we were all advised to explore ways to improve food sufficiency.”
Fubara emphasized that reviving the Songhai Farms aligns with the objective of diversifying the economy, engaging people in meaningful work, and boosting the state’s food production capacity.
He stated, “As I leave here now, we are going to bring in all the stakeholders to discuss the way forward. What I am seeing here will require long-term planning and the restoration of the facilities that have fallen into disuse.”
Fubara also expressed the government’s commitment to collaborate with individuals and organizations willing to contribute to the revival of the Songhai Farms.
He highlighted the advantages of rejuvenating the farm, including increased food sufficiency, job creation, and addressing issues of youth restiveness.
During the visit, Dr. Tammy Jaja, the Centre Manager of the Songhai Project, guided the governor through the facilities. He underscored that the project, based on a self-sustaining zero-waste model, has the potential to promote economic development in the state, particularly in the area of food sufficiency.
The Kwara State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected key logistics provider for criminal gangs and bandits operating within the state. The suspect was apprehended in Ilorin by the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit following a period of intelligence-led covert surveillance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Logistics Seizure: During the arrest, police recovered a large supply of rations and various cigarette brands, which investigators believe were intended for criminal groups hiding in remote forest areas.
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Evidence of Links: A search of the suspect’s mobile phone revealed photographs of the individual wearing military camouflage while on a Bajaj motorcycle, providing further evidence of their suspected criminal associations.
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Strategic Role: Preliminary investigations suggest the suspect served as a strategic support link, providing sustenance and resources to bandits.
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Broadening Investigation: Authorities are currently working to identify and arrest other individuals involved in this criminal support network.
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Command Strategy: State Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, emphasized that the command is shifting its focus to dismantling the supply chains, informants, and collaborators that enable criminal activity. He reaffirmed that the police are determined to deny these groups the resources and support networks they need to operate.
The police have encouraged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help security agencies disrupt these criminal networks and prevent future attacks.
The Federal Government has officially ordered civil servants to transition from personal email accounts to authorized institutional platforms for all work-related communications. The announcement, delivered by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, was made at a summit marking the 20th anniversary of Galaxy Backbone.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Security and Tracking: To ensure all professional communication is secure and easily auditable, over 115,000 official GovMail accounts have been activated.
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Knowledge Retention: By mandating the use of government systems, the administration aims to prevent the loss of critical institutional knowledge and records when staff members vacate their positions.
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System Completion: The federal government successfully completed the digitalization of work processes across all 38 federal ministries and extra-ministerial departments by the end of December 2025.
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Increased Efficiency: This shift toward a paperless civil service is designed to eliminate the historical issues of delayed or misplaced files, thereby reducing bureaucracy and enhancing accountability.
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Modernization: According to Walson-Jack, this initiative demonstrates the civil service’s capacity to adapt to modern operations while fostering greater transparency and faster record retrieval.
During an inspection of infrastructure projects in Lagos—including the upcoming reconstruction of the Carter Bridge—Minister of Works Dave Umahi expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Umahi stated that he believes President Tinubu will continue to receive divine guidance to lead Nigeria until 2031, emphasizing that the current administration is committed to overcoming national challenges, including insecurity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Addressing the nation’s difficulties, Umahi remarked that while no leader desires instability, true leadership requires the courage to confront crises head-on. He expressed confidence that the President would find the wisdom and strength to resolve these issues, regardless of their origins. Furthermore, the Minister affirmed that the government remains focused on completing all ongoing infrastructure projects within their planned timelines.
Calls for Resignation from Opposition Groups
Conversely, the Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has issued a demand for President Tinubu’s resignation, citing persistent economic hardship and national insecurity. Supported by the House of Representatives Minority Caucus, acting National Chairman Peter Ameh argued that the current administration has failed to produce the necessary results for good governance. The statement emphasized that leadership is a responsibility rather than a right, suggesting that the honorable path for an official who cannot alleviate citizens’ suffering is to step down.
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