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“Breaking: Bag Of Cement Now Costs ₦10,500”.

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Nigerians may be facing another wave of economic pressure as cement prices from major manufacturers, including Dangote and Mangal, surge nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Reports indicate that a 50-kilogram bag of cement has jumped to ₦10,500 in January 2026, up from about ₦9,800 in December 2025—a ₦700 increase, representing a 7.1% rise in just one month. Prices vary across regions, with adjustments already seen in Abuja, Nasarawa, Niger, and other states, depending on transportation and location.

The increase has baffled many, especially since Nigeria is rich in limestone and other raw materials used in cement production, notably in Obajana (Kogi State) and Okpella (Edo State). The hike also contradicts earlier assurances from manufacturers that cement would not exceed ₦7,000 per bag.

Industry experts warn the price surge could worsen Nigeria’s housing crisis. Research shows that minimum annual rents for self-contained apartments in urban centers like Abuja and Lagos have doubled to around ₦800,000, up from about ₦400,000.

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Former President of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Alhaji Aliyu Oroji Wamakko, expressed concern, stating the increase threatens property development, employment, and the construction sector.

“The rise in cement prices will inevitably increase the cost of housing and rents,” Wamakko told journalists. “It could also force some businesses in the construction value chain to shut down because they can no longer sustain operations.”

Wamakko recalled that last year, manufacturers such as Dangote and BUA were summoned by the Presidency after prices reached ₦10,000 per bag. At the time, they promised to reduce prices to around ₦7,000. However, reasons for the current hike remain unclear, and the government has remained silent.

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He also criticized the apparent inactivity of the Price Control Board, responsible for monitoring and regulating essential building materials.

Wamakko attributed the price increase to rising demand from massive road construction projects, foreign exchange volatility, and Nigeria’s reliance on imported equipment and chemicals for cement production.

“Because of road construction, cement is being used more than other materials, creating higher demand. Also, currency fluctuations and imported production materials are pushing costs up,” he explained.

He called for a comprehensive review of the cement production and pricing system to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions.

“Authorities must thoroughly examine the system to find the problem and fix it,” Wamakko concluded.

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APC Releases 2027 Electoral Calendar, Parties Brace For Fierce Contest.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The details were contained in a document signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu.

According to the schedule, the timetable sets out key processes including screening of aspirants, appeals, primary elections, and guidelines for the purchase of nomination and expression of interest forms.

The party also fixed the cost of nomination forms at ₦100,000,000 for presidential aspirants, ₦50,000,000 for governorship aspirants, ₦20,000,000 for Senate hopefuls, ₦10,000,000 for House of Representatives candidates, and ₦6,000,000 for State House of Assembly aspirants.

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In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC reaffirmed its commitment to conducting transparent and credible primary elections aimed at strengthening internal democracy within the party.

The schedule indicates that the sale of forms will begin on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and close on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

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Screening of aspirants for State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, and Governorship positions is slated for May 6 to May 8, 2026, while presidential screening will take place on May 9, 2026.

The presidential primary election is scheduled for May 15 to May 16, 2026.

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Tension In Oyo As APC Leader Alleges Death Threat From Lawmaker.

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, Gafar Oyebade, has been hospitalised after alleging that he was assaulted during a stakeholders’ meeting reportedly involving a member of the House of Representatives, Olafisoye Akinmoyede.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Oyebade, who represents the internal party group in Lagelu, claimed the incident occurred at the APC State Secretariat in Oke Ado, Ibadan, on Monday during a meeting convened to resolve disputes over the recent local government congress.

He said he was invited by the APC State Secretary, Fatai Adesina, to attend discussions aimed at addressing lingering disagreements within the party.

According to him, the situation escalated when he refused to sit among certain individuals in the absence of his political leaders, insisting that proper representation was necessary before proceeding.

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Oyebade alleged that the meeting, which later moved into the office of the state chairman, became tense and descended into physical confrontation.

He further claimed he was attacked in the presence of party executives and also received threats during the incident, which he said left him injured.

The APC chieftain stated that he has since sought medical attention and reported the matter to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Iyaganku, Ibadan.

However, Olafisoye Akinmoyede has denied the allegations, insisting that the meeting was peaceful and no form of violence occurred.

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In a response issued through his legislative aide, Dr. Isiaq Akintunde, the lawmaker explained that the gathering was aimed at resolving internal party issues and not marked by any disruption.

He added that the meeting discussed concerns around Oyebade’s claimed position within the party, noting that official records differ from the role he presented.

The incident has further deepened tensions within the party in the area as both sides maintain conflicting accounts of what transpired.

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Tragedy At JAMB Centre As Woman Dies While Accompanying Daughter For UTME.

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A tragic incident occurred in Ilara-Mokin community, Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday, when a woman identified as Oluwasola Adebayo reportedly collapsed and died while accompanying her daughter to a Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination centre.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The incident happened during the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), leaving residents and witnesses in shock.

It was gathered that the woman had escorted her daughter to the exam venue when she suddenly began to feel unwell shortly after arriving.

An eyewitness, Abiola, said she showed signs of weakness before eventually collapsing at the centre.

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According to him, efforts made by people around to revive her were unsuccessful, and she was confirmed dead at the scene.

Sources also revealed that she had earlier informed people of her plan to accompany her daughter to the examination centre. At the time of the incident, her daughter was already inside the examination hall writing the UTME and was unaware of what had happened outside.

The development drew sympathy from residents and passersby, many of whom expressed sorrow over the sudden loss.

Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, Jimoh Abayomi, said the command had been informed and responded appropriately.

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He described the incident as unfortunate and expressed the command’s condolences to the family.

He further stated that the deceased’s family had been contacted, and her remains were released to a family member who identified himself as her son.

The police urged members of the public to remain calm, as the community continues to mourn the unexpected loss.

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