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Nasarawa Lawmaker, Hon Sa’ad distributes relief materials worth millions of naira to victims of communal attack in his constituency

“… sets to install 2,000 solar street lights as Ohimege Opanda calls on
state govt to intensify more efforts towards restoring peace in katakpa and other affected communities…”
Member representing Umaisha/Ugya Constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi Sa’ad has distributed relief materials worth millions of naira to victims of attack in his constituency.
Hon. Sa’ad made the distribution at the palace of Ohimege Opanda, HRH Alhaji Usman Abdullahi in Umaisha, Toto LGA today Sunday.
The items includes 200 bags of rice, beans and garri, 50 bags of Millet and guinea corn, 30 cartons of maggi cubes, 30 bags of salt, 30 jerican of vegetable oil, blankets and wrappers 200 each, 30 rubber buckets, 150 mattresses and 1000 yards of shadda clothing among others.
While presenting the items to His Royal Highness, the Ohimege Opanda, Alhaji Usman Abdullahi, Hon. Sa’ad commended Gov. Abdullahi Sule for providing him with the relief materials to share to the communities that have been devastated by the attack in his constituency.
” The gesture is part of the state government effort to support the people of the affected communities with food and other relief materials to reduce their pains and hardship as a result of the attack from our enemies.
” Government is worried over the incident which claimed lives and many properties destroyed” he said.
The lawmaker called for a military base in Katakpa community for lasting peace in the area.
“To have a lasting peace in the affected areas, there is the need for the government to have a military base in Katakpa that will provide security of lives and properties.
“And restore hope and confidence in the minds of the people.
“As we can not continue to be killed like rats in our own home. Our people deserve to be protected by the government through the Security agencies,” he said.
The lawmaker appreciated the leadership of the assembly under Speaker Danladi Jatau for supporting the people of Umaisha/Ugya constituency to overcome the security challenges bedeviling the area.
He also thanked Ohimege Opanda for his tireless efforts in ensuring the return of peace to the affected areas and assured of the State Assembly’s collaboration with the Executive towards achieving lasting peace and return of the displaced people to their ancestral homes.
He described Ohimege Opanda as a man of justice, peace and unity who has been working hard to see that his people co-exist peacefully with one another irrespective of their differences.
He informed the Royal Father that Gov. Sule has approved the construction of two kilometer road in Umaisha which is going to commence any moment.
Hon Sa’ad disclosed that he has purchased fifty (50) solar street lights to be installed in Umaisha in the next two days and the cost for each of the light is Three Hundred Thousand Naira.
” The total cost is Fifteen Million Naira and I have the target of buying Two Thousand solar street lights and install in communities across the six electoral wards in my constituency,” he said.
He promised to bring more development to his constituency and called on his people to remain calm and be law abiding for the overall development of the area.
On his part, the Ohimege Opanda, HRH, Alhaji Usman Abdullahi appreciated the lawmaker for his unwavering concerned and love for his people, especially at this trying moment where a lot of people were displaced from their homes and many were Killed and houses destroyed.
” Katakpa was destroyed by our enemies. Houses were burnt, many were injured and killed. The situation is terrible. God is with us, we are going to defeat our enemies.
” I pray that God should bless you, give you more opportunity to continue supporting our people.
The first class traditional ruler used the occasion to advise the people living in the flood prone areas to leave to safer areas.
He said that government has taken measure to support people living in the riverine areas to relocate before the heavy downfall.
Responding, Aliyu Saidu, Habiba Dubagari and Jibrin Mustapha Aliyu are victims of the attacked in Katakpa, who are taking refuge in Umaisha said their homes are destroyed and many people were killed during the attack.
They said that they have lost everything during the attack and called on the government to assist to rebuild their houses and restore peace so that they can return home.
They appreciated Hon. Sa’ad for coming to their aid by providing them with relief materials and prayed God to bless him abundantly.
They pledged their loyalty and support to enable the lawmaker succeed.
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Starship to leave for Mars at end of 2026 – Elon Musk

Elon Musk has announced an ambitious timeline for SpaceX’s Mars mission, revealing that the company’s massive Starship rocket is set to depart for the Red Planet at the end of 2026. The mission will include Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, as part of the spacecraft’s payload.
“If those landings go well, then human landings may start as soon as 2029, although 2031 is more likely,” Musk posted on his social media platform, X.
The Starship rocket—considered the world’s most powerful—is central to Musk’s long-term vision of colonizing Mars. However, significant technical hurdles remain before this dream becomes reality.
NASA is also counting on a modified version of Starship to serve as the lunar lander for its Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the Moon this decade. But before SpaceX can proceed with interplanetary travel, it must demonstrate that Starship is safe, reliable, and capable of complex in-orbit refueling—an essential requirement for deep space missions.
SpaceX recently encountered a setback when the latest test flight of Starship ended in an explosion. While the booster was successfully caught in its orbital test, the upper stage failed, tumbling out of control before the live feed abruptly cut. The incident mirrored a previous attempt.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated an investigation before Starship can fly again, adding another layer of scrutiny to SpaceX’s ambitious timeline.
Despite these challenges, Musk remains optimistic, continuing to push forward toward his goal of making humanity a multi-planetary species.
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Obi donates N20m to Colleges of Nursing in Ahiara and Ihiala

The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has donated N20 million to two Colleges of Nursing Sciences in Imo and Anambra States. The beneficiaries are Holy Rosary College of Nursing, Ogbe, in Ahiara Catholic Diocese, Mbaise, and College of Nursing Sciences, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Ihiala.
Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State, presented N10 million cheques to each institution during his visits on Friday. At the Holy Rosary College of Nursing, he handed over the cheque to the Bishop of Ahiara Diocese, Most Rev Simeon Nwobi, at the college’s construction site. Similarly, at Our Lady of Lourdes, Ihiala, he presented the donation to the Students’ Union Government (SUG) President, Miss Anigbo Chisom Mary, in the presence of excited students.
Highlighting the significance of his donation, Obi stressed that healthcare and education are critical to national development. He commended the Catholic Diocese of Ahiara for investing in nursing education, describing it as a vital step in securing Nigeria’s future.
“My Lords, what you are doing is a great service to our country,” Obi said. “This donation is not a favour but a recognition of your efforts in nation-building. I will always support this project because it is about securing a better future for Nigeria.”
Obi further urged the government to prioritize quality education, including the prompt payment of teachers’ salaries. He emphasized the need for free and accessible education at the primary and secondary levels, both in public and private schools.
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Tinubu’s administration not running govt in secrecy — AGF Fagbemi

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi, SAN, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transparency, stating that government affairs will no longer be conducted in secrecy.
Speaking at a Stakeholders’ Town Hall Meeting on the Application of the Freedom of Information Act (FoIA) in Awka, Anambra State, Fagbemi urged Nigerians to use the Act to demand accountability from their elected and appointed officials. The event was organized by the Centre for Transparency Advocacy (CTA) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Justice.
Represented by Garba Sunday, a lawyer in the ministry’s FoIA department, Fagbemi emphasized that the FoI Act empowers citizens to access government records and information without providing reasons for their request. He encouraged public officeholders to disclose their activities to foster trust and dispel rumors.
“The Act also provides for people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups to access government records. However, while the law guarantees access to information, there are exemptions and conditions that must be met before certain records can be released,” Fagbemi stated.
He commended the Anambra State government for actively implementing the Act, allowing citizens to stay informed about governance. He further called on Nigerians to exercise their right to information and participate in governance, adding that transparency leads to good governance.
“We appreciate the efforts of organizations like Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) and CTA for making this town hall meeting possible. The purpose of the FoI Act is to promote **transparency, accountability, and good governance—**not to be used as a tool for blackmail or political attacks,” he added.
In her remarks, CTA Executive Director, Faith Nwadishi, lamented that many Nigerians remain unaware of their rights under the FoI Act, despite its enactment over 14 years ago.
“The Act allows citizens, including women, youth, and people with disabilities (PWDs), to track budgets, monitor government programs, and expose corruption. However, those who passed the law have done little to educate the public about its importance,” she stated.
Nwadishi highlighted that the town hall meeting aimed to empower marginalized groups to use the FoI Act in holding government institutions accountable. She also noted the work of the Strengthening Accountability and Governance in Nigeria Initiative (SAGNI) in promoting transparency in the Federal Capital Territory, Anambra State, and Edo State.
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