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25/09/2026

Abducted Zamfara LG Chairman, Four Others Regain Freedom After 61 Days

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

The Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Nura Umar Abdullahi, has regained his freedom after spending 61 days in captivity.

Abdullahi was among five kidnapping victims who escaped from terrorist captivity and were received by troops of the Joint Task Force North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma, in the early hours of Thursday, September 24, 2026.

The development was disclosed in a statement by the Media Information Officer of the task force, Lieutenant-Colonel Aliyu Danja, in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital.

According to Danja, the five victims escaped during an intelligence-led military operation targeting a suspected terrorist location in the general area of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.

The victims were subsequently secured by troops operating in the area and evacuated to a military medical facility for treatment, evaluation and routine debriefing.

Abdullahi was abducted from his residence in Bungudu town in July 2026 during an attack by armed bandits.

Four members of his security detail — two police officers and two local vigilante members — were reportedly killed during the gun battle that preceded his abduction.

Danja said one of the rescued victims had already been reunited with their family, while arrangements were ongoing to reunite the remaining victims with their families and the Zamfara State Government.

The military spokesperson commended the victims for their courage and resilience after spending an extended period in captivity.

He also praised the troops for their vigilance and professionalism in securing the victims.

Danja said Operation Fansan Yamma would continue clearance and dominance operations across the area to disrupt terrorist activities and protect communities.

He added that the military remained committed to securing the safe return of other people who are still missing or being held in captivity.

The task force also urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to the military and other security agencies to support ongoing operations.

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25/09/2026

Ogun Residents Protest Barefoot at Governor’s Office Over Bad Roads, Taxation

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

Residents from several communities across Ogun State on Thursday marched barefoot to the Governor’s Office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, to protest what they described as poor infrastructure, multiple taxation and inadequate attention to grassroots development.

The protesters, organised under the Make Ogun State Great Again (MOGA) movement, were drawn from communities including Ota, Sango, Oju, Ijoko, Abule Aro, Lambe, Akute, Papalanto, Iyana Iyesi, Orimerunmu, Ago Adura and Onibuku.

The demonstrators said their action was aimed at drawing attention to what they described as deteriorating living conditions across communities in the state.

Speaking during the protest, MOGA convener, Olawoye Kayode, said the decision to march barefoot was deliberate and symbolic of the hardship residents were experiencing.

According to Olawoye, the protesters included artisans, market women, youths, elders and other residents who wanted the state government to address pressing challenges affecting their communities.

He cited poor road conditions in areas such as Sango, Ota, Akute and Ijoko, alongside what he described as multiple taxation affecting small businesses and local transport operators.

“We are here to protest the lack of good roads, lack of health centres, lack of electricity… like everything is down,” Olawoye said.

He claimed that residents had previously written to the state government over their concerns but had not received the response they expected.

The protesters also criticised the management of state resources, arguing that government allocations and internally generated revenue should translate into improved infrastructure and public services for residents.

Olawoye said the group was demanding an end to what it described as political exclusion and called for greater attention to communities across the state.

Four Demands Presented

The protesters presented four key demands to the state government.

They called for immediate intervention in road infrastructure, including emergency rehabilitation of damaged roads and increased funding for neglected communities.

They also demanded a comprehensive review of the multiple taxation system affecting small-scale traders and local transport workers.

The group further called for a transparent system to ensure that communities receive appropriate benefits from federal allocations and state-generated revenues.

Another major demand was the implementation of local government financial autonomy, which the protesters said would enable councils to respond more effectively to grassroots development needs.

Olawoye said the protest was peaceful and urged the state government to engage with the protesters and address their concerns.

“Your Excellency, we have come in absolute peace. We have come to make our voices heard, and we urge your administration to listen to the people and respond to these demands for the greatness of our dear state,” he said.

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25/09/2026

El-Rufai Breaks Silence on Friends’ Silence, Says He Bears No Resentment

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has spoken about the silence of some of his former colleagues, friends and associates amid the challenges he is currently facing, saying he holds no hatred or resentment against those who have chosen not to stand by him.

El-Rufai, who also served as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, made his position known in a statement titled “My Relationships and the Aftermath”, published on his X account on Wednesday.

The former governor said he had supported individuals and causes over the years because of his Islamic faith, Arewa upbringing, personal values and conscience, rather than for recognition, gratitude or reciprocal support.

According to him, his decision to stand by people was based on what he considered right, even when doing so came with personal difficulties or costs.

El-Rufai acknowledged that those he had previously supported were free to decide how they would respond to his current circumstances.

He said some may choose to speak out, others may remain silent, while some could distance themselves from relationships they previously acknowledged.

“Their reasons are their own, and I do not wish to judge them merely because their response differs from what others—or even I—might have expected,” he said.

The former governor also said the experiences of recent months had prompted him to reflect on some of his relationships and how people respond to adversity.

“Adversity has a way of illuminating relationships,” El-Rufai stated, adding that the experience could make him reconsider the nature of certain relationships and what people who look up to him expect from such relationships.

He, however, stressed that his reflections should not be interpreted as condemnation or reproach of anyone.

“That is neither reproach nor condemnation; it is simply part of seeing people, and life, more clearly,” he said.

El-Rufai maintained that he had no regrets about supporting people or causes whenever he believed it was the right thing to do.

He added that the actions of others would not change the principles that had guided his decisions over the years.

“I have no regrets about standing by people or for causes when I believed it was right to do so, and I bear no resentment towards anyone who chooses not to do the same for me,” he said.

On perceived injustice, ingratitude or injury against him, the former governor said he would not seek revenge, maintaining that his principles would continue to guide his response to the situation.

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25/09/2026

Dangote to Build $660m Petroleum Pipeline Linking Ethiopia, Djibouti

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

Nigerian billionaire and businessman Aliko Dangote is set to partner with Ethiopia and Djibouti on a $660 million refined petroleum products pipeline project aimed at strengthening fuel supply across the East African region.

A spokesperson in the office of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed disclosed the development on Thursday, according to Reuters.

The project will involve the construction of a 120-kilometre pipeline connecting Damerjog in Djibouti with Dewele in Ethiopia.

It will also include petroleum storage facilities with a combined capacity of approximately 1.175 million cubic metres.

Djibouti is expected to provide about 375,000 cubic metres of storage capacity at Damerjog, while Ethiopia will have approximately 800,000 cubic metres at Dewele.

The project is expected to be completed and operational within 18 months.

Prime Minister Abiy said the infrastructure would be developed through a partnership between Ethiopian Investment Holdings and Dangote Group.

The project was announced during Abiy’s visit to Djibouti, where he met with Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh and Dangote.

According to the Ethiopian government, the pipeline is designed to reduce logistics costs and delays along the Ethiopia-Djibouti transport corridor while improving energy security and the resilience of petroleum supply chains in both countries.

Dangote Group already has significant business interests in Ethiopia, including a reported $4 billion fertiliser pipeline and power plant project, as well as a polypropylene packaging facility.

The latest development further expands Dangote’s investments in Africa’s energy and industrial sectors.

Meanwhile, Dangote and the Kenyan government are expected to break ground next week for a proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day crude oil refinery in Lamu.

The planned Kenyan refinery would represent another major expansion of Dangote’s energy-related investments across East Africa.

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25/09/2026

Tinubu Can’t Run Nigeria Indefinitely Like Paul Biya Runs Cameroon — Odinkalu

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

Former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Professor Chidi Odinkalu, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s extended stay outside Nigeria, arguing that the country should not be left without clear presidential leadership.

Odinkalu, a lawyer and professor, made the comments while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, amid public debate over Tinubu’s extended working vacation in Europe and the simultaneous absence of Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is in New York for the 81st United Nations General Assembly.

The former NHRC chairman said he believed it was unprecedented for both the President and Vice President to be outside the country at the same time as a recurring practice.

According to him, previous administrations maintained arrangements in which either the President or Vice President remained in Nigeria when the other travelled abroad.

Odinkalu specifically referenced the administrations of former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari, arguing that such simultaneous absences were not allowed as a matter of convention.

He also challenged the argument that the President can continue administering the country virtually beyond the constitutional provisions relating to presidential absence.

“Tinubu cannot interminably run Nigeria like Paul Biya runs Cameroon,” Odinkalu said, referring to the long-serving Cameroonian president’s periods away from the country.

He further described Nigeria’s situation as an “ungoverned territory”, arguing that the country’s leadership structure must provide clarity on who is exercising presidential authority when both the President and Vice President are abroad.

Odinkalu Questions Section 145

Odinkalu also raised questions about Section 145 of the Nigerian Constitution, which provides for the transfer of presidential functions when the President proceeds on vacation or is unable to perform the functions of his office.

He rejected suggestions that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation could simply assume presidential functions in the absence of both the President and Vice President.

The constitutional debate has also attracted comments from other lawyers and political figures.

Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has argued that Section 145 requires a formal process for the Vice President to act as President when the President is away, while the Presidency has maintained that governance has continued and that Tinubu has remained in contact with officials in Nigeria.

Tinubu Extends Working Vacation

President Tinubu left Nigeria on August 30 for London to begin a working vacation before travelling to Paris, France.

The Presidency announced on September 21 that the President had extended his stay by a few days and was expected to return to Nigeria at the weekend.

During his time in France, Tinubu held meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and businessman Vincent Bolloré as part of engagements linked to investment and Nigeria’s creative and digital economy.

Meanwhile, Vice President Shettima travelled to New York to represent Nigeria at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where he delivered Nigeria’s national statement on behalf of the President.

The President’s absence from the UN General Assembly has also generated political debate, with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar questioning who was exercising presidential authority after the initial 21-day vacation period.

The Presidency, however, has maintained that the President continued to direct the affairs of government while away from Nigeria.

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25/09/2026

Tinubu Witnesses $7bn Ogun Deep Seaport, Blue Marine Zone Deal

By: Fafam Press
September 25, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has expressed optimism that the proposed Gateway Deep Seaport and Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone will strengthen Nigeria’s maritime economy, boost manufacturing and expand the country’s export capacity.

Tinubu spoke in Paris, France, where he witnessed the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between the Ogun State Government and DP World MEA FZE for the development of the two major projects.

The projects are expected to attract more than $7 billion in initial investment and create over 50,000 direct jobs when fully developed.

The President described the agreements as the beginning of an integrated economic corridor connecting maritime infrastructure with manufacturing, logistics, energy and transportation.

According to him, the projects are designed to address longstanding challenges including port congestion, inadequate draft capacity and logistics bottlenecks that have increased the cost of doing business in Nigeria.

Deep Seaport to ease pressure on Lagos ports

The proposed Gateway Deep Seaport, located in Ogun Waterside, will feature a four-kilometre berth and an 18-metre draft, allowing it to accommodate larger vessels.

Tinubu said the facility would help decongest the Lagos port corridor and ease pressure on the Apapa and Tin Can Island ports while reducing delays and costs for importers and exporters.

He also said the port would provide Nigeria with a stronger trade and logistics gateway to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), serving a continental market of about 1.4 billion people.

10,000-hectare industrial zone

The proposed 10,000-hectare Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone is expected to complement the seaport by providing space for manufacturing, processing and export-oriented businesses.

Tinubu said imported inputs could be transformed into finished products within the zone, while Nigerian raw materials could be processed for export.

He stressed that the integration of the port and economic zone was central to the projects’ expected economic impact.

The President also identified the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as critical to the success of the emerging economic corridor.

He said the 28-kilometre Ogun section of the 700-kilometre highway would provide an important connection between the port, the industrial zone, Lagos, the Nigerian hinterland and markets across Africa.

Tinubu further linked the developments to the proposed Nigerian Navy Operating Base and Dockyard and the OK LNG Project, saying they could form part of a broader corridor connecting maritime infrastructure with Nigeria’s energy and gas-export ambitions.

Tinubu demands implementation

While welcoming the investment agreement, Tinubu stressed that the signing must be followed by actual implementation.

He assured investors of regulatory clarity, policy stability and federal support for road, rail and power connectivity, maritime security and the removal of unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles.

The President commended Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, for securing the land, structuring the investment framework and reducing risks for investors.

He described the project as an example of cooperation between the federal and state governments.

Abiodun: Project will open new gateway for Ogun

Governor Dapo Abiodun described the signing as a major milestone in Ogun State’s economic development.

He said the vision for a deep seaport in the state had remained largely unrealised for more than three decades, adding that the current development could move the project towards implementation.

Abiodun said the seaport would support trade, investment, connectivity and Nigeria’s maritime economy while creating opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, logistics companies, manufacturers and technology businesses.

He also described the Blue Marine Special Economic Zone as a platform for attracting capital, technology, innovation and skilled talent.

The governor said the projects would form part of a wider multimodal infrastructure network involving the Gateway International Airport, dry ports, the coastal highway and the deep seaport.

He, however, emphasised that the success of the agreements would ultimately depend on implementation, while assuring investors of Ogun State’s readiness to support business, partnership and delivery.

The signing ceremony was witnessed by Tinubu, Abiodun, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola, Nigerian Ports Authority Managing Director Abubakar Dantsoho, DP World representatives, Sky Capital and other partners.

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25/09/2026

Tinubu Unveils $7bn Ogun Deep Seaport, Special Economic Zone Investment Package

By: Fafam Press
September 25,2026

President Bola Tinubu has unveiled an investment package of more than $7 billion for the development of the proposed Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone and the Gateway Deep Seaport.

The President announced the investment package on Thursday in Paris, France, during the signing of Memoranda of Understanding between the Ogun State Government and global ports and logistics company, DP World, for the development of the projects.

Tinubu said the projects would strengthen Nigeria’s maritime economy, attract foreign investment, create employment and support the country’s economic diversification.

According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said the agreements were expected to attract an initial investment of more than $7 billion and create over 50,000 direct jobs when fully developed, alongside additional indirect employment opportunities.

Tinubu assured local and international investors that the Federal Government would continue to provide regulatory clarity, policy stability and a predictable business environment to support long-term investments.

The proposed Gateway Deep Seaport at Ogun Waterside will feature a four-kilometre berth and an 18-metre draft. The facility is expected to help decongest the Lagos port corridor and reduce pressure on the Apapa and Tin Can Island ports.

The President said the deeper draft would allow the port to accommodate larger vessels and provide an alternative gateway for trade within Nigeria and across the African Continental Free Trade Area.

The Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone, covering approximately 10,000 hectares, is expected to be integrated with the deep seaport to support manufacturing, processing, exports and logistics.

Tinubu said the Federal Government would facilitate road, rail and power connectivity to the projects, while improving investment security and the maritime environment and reducing bureaucratic bottlenecks.

He also linked the projects to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, describing the Ogun section as an important transport connection for the emerging industrial and maritime corridor.

According to the President, the 28-kilometre Ogun section of the 700-kilometre coastal highway is scheduled for completion before the end of 2026.

Tinubu further said the port and industrial zone would form part of a wider strategic corridor connecting the proposed Nigerian Navy Operating Base and Dockyard with the OK LNG Project.

The President commended Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and his administration for securing the land and developing the investment framework for the projects.

Governor Abiodun led the Ogun State delegation at the signing ceremony, which was attended by state commissioners and other senior government officials.

Senior representatives of DP World, the Nigerian Ports Authority and SkyKapital were also present.

Tinubu urged the Ogun State Government and investors to sustain the momentum created by the agreements and move towards implementation.

He said the projects were designed to address challenges including port congestion, inadequate draft capacity and logistics bottlenecks that have contributed to the cost of doing business in Nigeria.

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24/09/2026

Atiku Unveils 2027 Campaign Council, Names El-Rufai, Momodu, Melaye

By: Fafam Press
September 24, 2026

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has unveiled his Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections, with former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai named Deputy Chairman.

The council, headed by Kashim Ibrahim-Imam as Chairman, also includes prominent political figures such as former Ogun State Governor Olusegun Osoba, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola.

The development was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the council’s Director of Strategic Communications, Phrank Shaibu, who is also a Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku.

Senator Austin Akobundu was appointed Director-General and Campaign Manager, with responsibility for coordinating the council’s strategy and operations.

The campaign structure includes six Deputy Directors-General overseeing various directorates, alongside directors responsible for specific areas of the campaign.

Key Campaign Officials

* Presidential Candidate: Atiku Abubakar
* Vice-Presidential Candidate: Rotimi Amaechi
* National Chairman: Senator David Mark
* Council Chairman: Kashim Ibrahim-Imam
* Deputy Chairman: Nasir El-Rufai
* Director-General/Campaign Manager: Senator Austin Akobundu
* Chairman: John Oyegun
* Deputy Chairman: Lawal Batagarawa
* Secretary: Eyitayo Jegede, SAN

Policy Team

The Policy Team will be chaired by Mohammed Hayatudeen, with Prof. Mohammed Sagagi as Deputy Chairman. Members include Dr Kingsley Moghalu, Prof. Mustapha Akinkunmi and Senator Abdul Ningi, while Aare Aremijoye will serve as Secretary.

Senior Campaign Advisers

Those named as Senior Campaign Advisers include Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Abdulfatah Ahmed, Emeka Ihedioha, Adamu Maina Waziri, Senator Ehigie Uzamere, Senator Felix Ogunwale and Senator Patricia Akwashiki.

Media, Mobilisation and Operations

Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu was named Deputy Director-General of the Media and Communications Directorate, with Phrank Shaibu overseeing Strategic Communication and Kola Ologbondiyan heading Media and Publicity.

Other campaign officials include former Kogi State Senator Dino Melaye, who will serve as Deputy Director-General of the Contact and Mobilisation Directorate.

The council also named Salihu Tanko Yakasai as Deputy Director-General of the Diversity and Support Groups Directorate, while Lauretta Onochie will head the Technical and Systems Directorate as Deputy Director-General.

The campaign said its structure was designed to reflect the economic challenges confronting Nigerians, particularly rising food and transportation costs, unemployment, insecurity and declining purchasing power.

According to Shaibu, Atiku said the success of the campaign council would ultimately be measured by how clearly and effectively it addresses these issues affecting Nigerians.

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24/09/2026

NMDPRA Orders Filling Stations to Check Pumps Over Petrol Under-Dispensing

By: Fafam Press
September 24, 2026

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has ordered filling station operators across Nigeria to immediately inspect, calibrate and verify their fuel dispensing equipment following reports of petrol under-dispensing.

The regulator warned that filling stations found delivering less petrol than the quantity paid for by customers could face sanctions, including possible revocation of their operating licences.

In an industry notice issued on Tuesday, the NMDPRA directed retail outlet operators to verify their dispensers and totalisers to ensure motorists receive the full quantity of petroleum products for which they pay.

The authority described under-dispensing as a serious breach of consumer trust and warned operators to take immediate corrective action where faults or inaccuracies are discovered.

The latest directive follows several enforcement operations in which filling stations were sealed for alleged under-dispensing and other regulatory violations.

IPMAN Alerts Members

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) said it had circulated the NMDPRA directive to its members nationwide.

IPMAN Publicity Secretary, Chinedu Ukadike, said petroleum marketers operate in a competitive environment where product quality, price and quantity are important factors in attracting and retaining customers.

He acknowledged that sharp practices by some pump attendants could occur, while stressing that marketers had a responsibility to ensure customers were not cheated.

Ukadike said the association was also working to reorient pump attendants and other employees on the need to deal honestly with customers.

PETROAN Orders Meter Checks

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has also directed its members to inspect their dispensing meters.

Its National President, Billy Gillis-Harry, said the association convened an emergency meeting after receiving the NMDPRA directive and subsequently instructed members across the country to check their equipment.

Gillis-Harry explained that dispensing equipment could develop faults after prolonged use, potentially resulting in either under-dispensing or over-dispensing.

He assured motorists that PETROAN members would work to ensure customers receive the quantity of petrol they pay for.

He also advised motorists to monitor the quantity displayed on fuel pumps during transactions and request receipts after purchasing petrol.

Consumers were further encouraged to know the fuel capacity of their vehicles and compare it with the quantity shown on the dispensing meter.

NMDPRA Steps Up Enforcement

The regulator has previously sealed filling stations in different parts of the country over alleged under-dispensing and other violations.

In February 2026, the NMDPRA sealed 11 petrol stations in Rivers State for alleged under-dispensing, faulty pumps and other regulatory infractions under its “Operation One Litre for One Litre” surveillance initiative.

In July, the authority also sealed two filling stations in Ogun State over alleged under-dispensing and other violations.

Earlier, in October 2025, five petrol stations in Akwa Ibom State were sealed over various infractions, including alleged under-dispensing, diversion and operating without valid licences.

The NMDPRA has warned that repeated violations could attract penalties, suspension or revocation of operating licences and, where applicable, criminal prosecution.

The latest directive has also been extended through major industry associations, including IPMAN, PETROAN, the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) and the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN).

The regulator said the intensified monitoring is aimed at protecting consumers, promoting transparency and ensuring that motorists receive the quantity of petroleum products for which they pay.

For motorists, the directive reinforces the need to pay attention to fuel pump readings and transactions as regulatory authorities intensify checks on filling stations across the country.

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24/09/2026

Aiyedatiwa Approves N400m Bursary, Scholarships for 13,360 Ondo Students

By: Fafam Press
September 24, 2026

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved N400 million for the 2026 bursary, scholarship and financial assistance programme for 13,360 students of Ondo State origin studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria.

The programme was officially flagged off on Tuesday at the Cocoa Conference Centre of the Governor’s Office in Akure, the state capital.

According to the governor, the beneficiaries include 11,907 bursary recipients, 614 scholarship beneficiaries, 239 Law School students, 500 medical students undergoing clinical training and 100 physically challenged students receiving financial assistance.

Aiyedatiwa described education as a foundation for sustainable development, stressing that his administration had continued to invest in young people as part of its “OUR EASE” development agenda.

He said the state’s 2026 Budget of Economic Consolidation made significant provisions for education, including the construction and rehabilitation of 500 basic schools.

The governor also disclosed that the state had commenced a Digital Literacy Programme, under which digital tablets are being distributed to students in 50 public schools.

According to him, the initiative is designed to equip students with digital skills and prepare them for an increasingly technology-driven world.

The governor added that his administration was also investing in teachers and had recently recognised outstanding students, teachers and NYSC award recipients across the state.

Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun, described the bursary and scholarship programme as part of the administration’s efforts to support the education and welfare of Ondo students.

Ajibefun commended the governor for approving the N400 million funding for the 2026 programme, noting that the timely release of the funds enabled its implementation.

The commissioner further disclosed that the governor had approved N633.918 million for the payment of 2026 WASSCE registration fees for students in public secondary schools across Ondo State.

He also said Aiyedatiwa had approved the immediate implementation of the Federal Government’s agreement with unions on the new salary structure in the state’s tertiary institutions.

According to him, the state government has also increased subvention to tertiary institutions to enable them implement the new salary structure.

The initiatives, the state government said, are aimed at reducing financial barriers to education while improving access to learning opportunities for students across Ondo State.

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