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The troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lokoja, rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered N3.8 million ransom meant for their release.

This is contained in a statement issued by the Brigade Spokesperson, Lt. Hassan Abdullahi, on Monday in Lokoja.

According to Abdullahi, the two victims (male and female) were rescued on Sunday in Achigili Forest along Itobe-Adumu-Ejule road by the brigade’s troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Oguma.

‘In a sustained effort to rid Kogi of criminal activities, the troops following credible intelligence on kidnapping activities along the Itobe-Adumu-Ejule axis, as well as reports of victims’ relatives attempting to deliver ransom to secure their release on Nov. 2.

‘Troops acted swiftly on the information and projected a patrol to Achigili Forest to intercept the bandits.

‘However, while en route to the location, the troops came under fire from the criminals.

‘In the ensuing exchange, the gallant soldiers engaged the bandits with superior firepower, forcing them to abandon two victims along with the ransom money.

‘The criminals subsequently fled into the forest with various degrees of gunshot wounds.

‘Following the encounter, the troops rescued the victims and recovered the sum of ?3.8 million meant as ransom payment.

‘The rescued victims were immediately debriefed to aid further operations, while the recovered cash was handed back to them.

‘They are currently in safe custody at the troops’ location pending handover to the appropriate authorities,’ Abdullahi said.

The Nigerian Army, Abdullahi said, remained resolute and unwavering in its determination to protect lives and property.

The army called on members of the public to continually support the military and other security agencies by providing timely and credible information that will aid in the fight against criminal elements within the state,’ Abdullahi said.

The Director General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran, has said the commission had put in place a framework that will ensure that retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme have access to affordable and quality free healthcare services.

Oloworaran spoke at the weekend in Abuja during the inauguration of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Pension Industry Healthcare Initiative.

Mohammed Kabir Ahmed was announced as the board chairman of the initiative.

The PenCom director general described the development as a testament to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to building a Nigeria where those who have devoted their productive years to national service are assured of healthy, dignified, and secure retirement.

She said the health initiative places the nation on the path towards a pension system that not only safeguards the financial security of workers but also protects their health, dignity, and well-being in retirement.

The PenCare Initiative represents a visionary partnership between the PenCom and licensed pension operators, a union of expertise, compassion, and responsibility.

Oloworaran said: ‘We are not merely inaugurating a board; we are inaugurating hope. We are setting in motion a new chapter in Nigeria’s journey towards inclusive, compassionate, and globally competitive social security. This vision draws directly from the leadership and policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose administration has consistently emphasised the need to strengthen Nigeria’s social protection systems and improve the quality of life for all citizens, especially our senior citizens.

‘It was under the President’s clear directive that the National Pension Commission was tasked to put in place a framework that ensures retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme have access to affordable and quality healthcare.

‘Through PenCare, we are building a structure that aligns with international best practices in social protection, mirroring the integrated healthcare and pension systems of advanced economies, yet designed to meet the realities and aspirations of our nation.

‘This initiative is both a social responsibility and a statement of leadership, demonstrating that Nigeria’s pension industry is ready to set standards and not merely follow them.

‘The Board of Trustees, being inaugurated, carries a crucial responsibility to provide strategic oversight and direction for the PenCare Initiative by formulating policies and operational frameworks to ensure retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme have access to affordable, quality healthcare.’

Other aspects of PenCare are: Selecting, accrediting, and supervising Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) and other healthcare providers in accordance with established standards and national health regulations, ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainability in the management of PenCare’s funds and partnerships, and promoting collaboration and advocacy across the pension and healthcare sectors to strengthen access, service delivery, and the overall welfare of the retirees.

The PenCom director general stated that members of the PenCare BoT were carefully selected for their integrity, competence, and deep professional experience in the pension, health, and financial sectors.

Addressing the BoT members during the event, Oloworaran said: ‘As trustees, you hold a sacred public trust to steer this initiative towards tangible impact and to ensure that it becomes a model of effective partnership between public institutions and private operators.

‘We are fully aware that the task ahead is significant. The challenges of rising healthcare costs and an ageing population are real, but so too are the opportunities to innovate and lead. As a nation, we can redefine how a nation cares for its retirees, ensuring that the end of active service marks not a decline, but a season of dignity and well-being,’ she said.

Oloworaran hailed members of the BoT on the Pension Industry Health Care Initiative, the commission’s leadership team, and all its industry partners for their tireless efforts and commitment. ‘Your collective work reflects the spirit of service, innovation, and integrity that defines the National Pension Commission,’ she added.

Oloworaran told the committee’s members to do their job with dedication and become reference points.

The PenCom DG urged the committee members to seek guidance through broader vision, ensure a pension industry that is financially sound, socially responsible, and people-centred, one that manages not only funds but also futures, that invests not only in assets but in people, the journey ahead will demand creativity, collaboration, and courage, but together, we will all set a new global benchmark for inclusive social protection.

‘To the retirees and RSA contributors, PenCare is our promise to you. It is a tangible demonstration that the pension industry, under the leadership and policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, cares not only about your savings but also about your well-being,’ Oloworarn stated.

Chams Holding Company (Chams HoldCo) Plc recorded modest growth in sales in the first nine months as group turnover rose by four per cent to N13.60 billion.

Interim report and accounts of Chams HoldCo for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025 showed that total revenue inched up from N13.14 billion in third quarter 2024 to N13.60 billion in third quarter 2025. However, the group’s bottomline was impacted by high finance and operating costs, with net profit after tax closing third quarter 2025 at N500.7 million. Total assets and shareholders’ funds stood at N20.60 billion N10.56 billion respectively.

The company stated that while finance costs rose to N626 million, it has started implementing strategies to reduce borrowing expenses and strengthen financial position.

Chams HoldCo achieved a 100 per cent subscription to its recently concluded N3.6 billion private placement, reflecting investor confidence in its vision and long-term strategy.

Group Managing Director, Chams Holding Company (Chams HoldCo) Plc, Mrs Mayowa Olaniyan, said the outlook for the group remains promising.

She said: ‘We are optimistic about sustaining our growth momentum by expanding our fintech ecosystem through strategic partnerships and new products, driving digital transformation, and strengthening governance and sustainability practices’.

She outlined that the company’s subsidiaries have recorded strategic milestones in recent period.

She said ChamsAccess Limited achieved a major milestone with its PenCentral platform, processing over N150 billion in pension remittances for more than 1,500 corporate entities while the launch of the National Pension Automation Project in Sierra Leone further demonstrated ChamsAccess’s leadership in digital identity and financial inclusion across West Africa.

She added that CardCentre deepened its partnership with MTN Nigeria to produce biodegradable SIM cards-a first-of-its-kind sustainability initiative in Nigeria.

According to her, the project reinforces Chams HoldCo’s dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and sustainable innovation.

She pointed out that ChamsSwitch Limited, under the new leadership of Mr. Mudiaga Umukoro is undergoing a strategic transformation focused on payment interoperability, merchant solutions, and digital banking infrastructure, all that position the subsidiary for accelerated growth within Nigeria’s dynamic fintech landscape.

‘These achievements highlight Chams HoldCo’s resilience, innovation culture, and commitment. The group continues to set new benchmarks in operational excellence and sustainable business performance,’ Olaniyan said.

Pay Digital Services Limited, operators of OPay Nigeria, has so far disbursed N126 million in scholarships to 420 students across 20 tertiary institutions in Nigeria under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at empowering the next generation through education.

OPay’s Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer, Elizabeth Wang, stated this at the weekend during the commemoration of the first anniversary of the company’s 10-year N1.2 billion CSR Scholarship Scheme, themed ‘OPay Corporate Social Responsibility: Empowering Futures 2025.’

According to Wang, the company has fulfilled its first-year target, providing each beneficiary with N300,000 in educational support after signing memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the participating institutions.

‘In the past one year, we’ve disbursed N126 million, supported 420 students, and partnered with 20 universities. We are proud to have delivered on our first-year commitment, and we will continue to sustain and expand this initiative over the next nine years and beyond,’ Wang said.

She emphasized that OPay’s investment in education was driven by a belief in nurturing Nigeria’s future leaders.

‘We believe in the future – and who is the future? The students are the future, education is the future. That’s why OPay is committed to making meaningful contributions to the future of Nigeria,’ she added.

Under the 10-year plan, the company aims to invest at least ?120 million annually in supporting no fewer than 400 students across select tertiary institutions nationwide.

Beneficiary institutions include Ahmadu Bello University, University of Ibadan, Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Ilorin, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Benue State University, University of Calabar, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Bayero University Kano and Kwara State Polytechnic.

Others are: University of Abuja, University of Uyo, Ambrose Alli University, Nasarawa State University, University of Maiduguri, Federal University of Health Sciences, Bauchi, University of Jos, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Lagos State University, and Federal Polytechnic, Nekede.

Vice Chancellors of some of the beneficiary institutions commended OPay for its commitment to education.

The Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Prof. Simeon Bamire, lauded the initiative, describing it as a morale booster for both students and educators.

‘The students are always happy when they see people supporting their cause. It gives them hope and helps them focus better on their studies. We appreciate OPay for this and urge other corporate organizations to emulate this gesture,’ Bamire said.

Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Prof. Egbewole Wahab, called on OPay to extend its CSR efforts to infrastructure development, particularly in the area of laboratory equipment.

‘You have provided scholarships that help students stay focused on their studies, but we also need enabling environments. It will be greatly appreciated if such support can extend to equipping our laboratories,’ he appealed.

The OPay CSR Scholarship Initiative, launched in 2024, is part of the company’s long-term strategy to promote inclusive education, empower young Nigerians, and contribute to national development through human capital investment.

The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has identified sport as a vital medium for cultural exchange and mutual understanding between his country and Nigeria.

Speaking at the finals of the Chinese Ambassador’s Cup Wushu Championship in Abuja on Yu said Wushu represents more than just physical training – it embodies values central to both Chinese and Nigerian cultures.

‘Wushu is a precious treasure of Chinese culture. It not only builds our bodies but also shapes our character and spirit. It embodies core Chinese values – self-discipline, self-improvement, and a commitment to respecting and helping others.

‘These resonate deeply with Nigerian culture, which also cherishes hard work and social harmony.’

He also noted that Wushu has ‘taken root and flourished’ in Nigeria, drawing practitioners from both cities and rural communities.

The ambassador also linked the sport’s growth to China’s Global Civilisation Initiative and ongoing China-Africa cooperation efforts.

According to him: ‘At the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, President Xi Jinping and President Bola Tinubu held a successful meeting where they agreed to strengthen cultural and sports exchanges, designating 2026 as the ‘China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.’

Yu also announced that Wushu will feature as an event at the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games, calling it a milestone for Africa’s martial arts community.

‘This is a significant moment for every Wushu enthusiast here today. It opens up new opportunities for the sport’s growth across Africa,’ he added.

He encouraged Nigerian athletes to see Wushu as ‘more than just a sport,’ but as a way to connect with Chinese culture and to serve as ambassadors of the China-Nigeria friendship.

‘The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria will continue to support the development of Wushu in Nigeria. We will work with the National Sports Commission and the local Wushu community to create more platforms for exchange and learning,’ the ambassador assured.

He added: ‘I look forward to the day when more Nigerian Wushu enthusiasts will visit China, see famous sites like the Shaolin Temple, and experience the depth and beauty of Chinese Wushu culture.’

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, commended the Chinese Embassy’s support, saying the sport holds immense potential among Nigerian youth.

Wushu is gaining ground in Nigeria, and with continued support, it will create another path for our youths to achieve their dreams. Now that it’s reaching the Olympic level, we will take it even more seriously,’ Dikko said.

At the championship, Justice Unanka won gold in the Taolu Single category, Naima Sanusi triumphed in Tai Chi, Goodluck Emmanuel took gold in the 75kg Male Sanda, and Winnifred Agara won the 60kg Female Sanda event.

Wushu, a modern sport derived from traditional Chinese martial arts, features Taolu (routines or forms), Tai Chi (a style focusing on balance and fluid motion), and Sanda (combat sparring involving punches, kicks, and throws).

The event, held at the National Stadium, drew a large crowd of spectators eager to watch the athletes showcase skill, discipline, and cultural pride.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has said the Federal Government’s student loan scheme has crossed one million applications on its official portal.

The organisation said this marked one of the biggest uptake levels for a government-backed social scheme since the start of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

A statement yesterday in Abuja by its Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, said the milestone comes barely one year after the programme’s launch on May 24, 2024.

The statement described the development as proof that the student loan initiative is gaining strong national traction and public trust.

It stated that over N116 billion has so far been disbursed to students across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria, covering institutional charges and upkeep allowances.

The agency’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, said the development reflected the impact of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope policy drive on access to higher education.

The statement said: ‘Crossing the one-million mark represents more than data; it represents renewed hope for a generation of Nigerians determined to rise above financial barriers to education.

‘It is a testament to visionary leadership, sound policy design, and the collective efforts of all stakeholders driving this transformative agenda.’

NELFUND reiterated that it is committed to continuous process improvement to make sure ‘every qualified Nigerian student, regardless of background or location, can access education funding with transparency, efficiency, and dignity’.

The agency described the programme as non-discriminatory, stressing that it benefits Nigerians across religions and ethnic backgrounds, and helps to unify national aspirations through equal learning opportunities.

NELFUND said it remained focused on ensuring ‘no Nigerian is denied the opportunity to learn, grow or contribute to national progress because of financial limitations’.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has suspended indefinitely train operations on its Warri-Itakpe corridor due to derailment.

The corporation explained that the suspension would enable it to conduct a safety and security audit of the track and other facilities.

The corporation’s Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, announced in a statement that two of NRC’s coaches derailed on Saturday around 7:30 p.m. at Agbor, Delta State.

The incident occurred barely four days after train operations on the route resumed on October 29 after several weeks of suspension.

The statement reads: ‘The management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) wishes to inform the general public that a train derailment incident occurred yesterday (Saturday) at approximately 19:30 hours, involving two out of the seven coaches of our Warri-Itakpe Train Service (WITS) at Kilometre 212+8m, Agbor.

‘Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident may have been caused by suspected track vandalism.

‘We are pleased to confirm that all passengers on board were safely evacuated to Agbor, and everyone has been fully accounted for. No casualties or injuries were recorded.

‘Our recovery team, supported by security personnel, has been at the site since last night, carrying out recovery operations. These efforts are progressing steadily and are expected to be completed soon.

‘As a precautionary measure, train services on the corridor have been temporarily suspended today to enable a comprehensive security and safety audit of the track and related infrastructure.

‘We sincerely regret any inconvenience this may cause our valued passengers and the general public. Normal operations will resume as soon as it is verified safe to do so.’

Jannik Sinner won the Paris Masters for the first time by defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) on Sunday as the four-time Grand Slam champion reclaimed his position atop the world rankings.

The 24-year-old’s maiden crown in Paris, coupled with incumbent world number one Carlos Alcaraz of Spain crashing out early in the tournament, will see Sinner return to the pinnacle of men’s tennis when the ATP rankings are updated today.

The Italian first claimed the number one ranking in June last year and held it for 65 weeks until he lost the US Open title-match to Alcaraz in September.

Reclaiming top spot from his rival in Paris will taste even sweeter for Sinner after he went down in a remarkable five-set final to Alcaraz at Roland Garros earlier in the season.

‘Today is a very, very special day,’ Sinner said on-court before thanking his team for their work over the season.

‘Felix, amazing week, I know you had a lot of pressure. If you keep playing like this I’m sure you’re going to win (big titles).’

Despite missing three months at the start of 2025 after twice testing positive for traces of clostebol in March last year, Sinner has now won five titles this season – including the Australian Open and Wimbledon.

Sunday’s victory was, however, his first 1000-level title since Shanghai last October.

For Canadian ninth seed Auger-Aliassime, defeat at the last hurdle in the French capital prevented him from sewing up his spot at the ATP Finals later this month.

Auger-Aliassime is, however, favourite to claim the eighth and final berth for the season-ending tournament as his run to the title-match leapfrogged him ahead of Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti in the race to Turin.

‘It’s never easy to lose a final but there’s an opponent that I have to congratulate. You push me and all other players to improve,’ Auger-Aliassime told Sinner.

Despite being unable to add a fourth title to his list of achievements so far this season, the 25-year-old has enjoyed a renaissance in 2025 and cemented his place back amongst the world’s top 10.

‘It’s been a beautiful year and I’m sure our (his and his team) moment will come,’ he added.

In menacing form after dropping only one game in his semi-final win against third seed Alexander Zverev on Saturday, Sinner picked up immediately where he left off as he broke Auger-Aliassime in the opening game to seize the advantage.

The Canadian did not allow himself to be cowed by the second seed’s power hitting from the baseline and dug in to force Sinner to serve out the opening set, which he did in typically efficient fashion.

The break point converted by Sinner at the start of the match was the sole one either player managed to fashion in a first set characterised by impeccable serving.

Sinner then forced a couple of break opportunities at the very start of the second frame but Auger-Aliassime rallied to save himself on each occasion with a huge first serve.

Both men were striking the ball cleanly as the number of winners continued to climb.

Auger-Aliassime displayed grit to save three break points in the seventh game as Sinner looked to have finally worn the Montreal-native down with the relentless pace and accuracy of his groundstrokes.

Leading 5-4, Auger-Aliassime made a sudden charge on Sinner’s serve, taking the game to deuce before an overcooked forehand and a net-cord, which landed on the wrong side of the court for the Canadian, saw the opportunity to force a decider pass him by as the set rumbled towards a tie-break.

In the breaker, Sinner got ahead at 3-2 and never looked back as he raced to the trophy and the top of the world rankings, sealing both with a blistering backhand down the line on his first championship point.

Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has convened the first edition of the Government-Private Sector (GPS) Dialogue Series- a landmark forum designed to bridge the communication gap between government and enterprise, and to align national economic reforms with the realities of everyday business.

The maiden edition, themed: Finance and SME Growth Roundtable at Radisson Blu, Ikeja, brought together captains of industry, federal agency heads, market leaders, and key Lagos State officials. It marks the beginning of a structured and continuous dialogue between policymakers and Nigeria’s private sector, starting with the vibrant trading and entrepreneurial community of South East origin domiciled in Lagos.

In her welcome address, Dr. Uzoka-Anite reaffirmed that the Renewed Hope Administration is determined to make government more ‘present, responsive, and accountable.’

She emphasized that policy must not be written for the people, but with them, stressing that the GPS Dialogue Series is ‘a platform where the voices of entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders directly shape the priorities of governance.’

The Minister highlighted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision of a business-friendly Nigeria, built on partnership and reform. ‘We are transitioning from survival mode to influence mode,’ she declared. ‘Government can design policy, business can activate productivity, and together, we can build prosperity.’

The event featured intensive panel sessions with the Bank of Industry (BOI), Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN), CREDICORP, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Nigeria Customs Service, NOTAP, and Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), among others.

Agency heads and representatives unveiled credit schemes, single-digit loans, and export financing products available to businesses, while traders and entrepreneurs presented candid feedback on access to finance, taxation, import bottlenecks, and export readiness.

One of the most moments came from market leaders who expressed renewed optimism, describing the forum as the ‘first genuine collaboration between government and traders in decades.’ They applauded the Minister’s initiative for ‘bringing government to the people’ and pledged to work collectively to ensure continuity and follow-through.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who joined the session, praised the initiative and pledged full federal support. He affirmed that ‘dialogue, timing, and consultation are the keys to effective reform,’ and announced forthcoming digital reforms such as the National Single Window Project to enhance trade facilitation and reduce import/export costs.

By the close of the dialogue, a new WhatsApp Coordination Forum was launched to sustain engagement between federal agencies, traders, and business associations-ensuring that the dialogue translates into continuous action.

With Lagos State represented by senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives, and the presence of major associations including Computer Village Technology Merchants (ACOVITEMN) and Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), the event underscored the shared commitment to economic transformation through collaboration.

In her closing remarks, Dr. Uzoka-Anite reiterated that this Dialogue Series is not a one-off consultation but the start of a new tradition of transparency and partnership between the public and private sectors.

‘The Renewed Hope Agenda is not a slogan – it is a social contract,’ she said. ‘When enterprise thrives, divisions fade. When opportunity is shared, hope is renewed. Together, we will make this the Decade of Nigerian Resurgence.’

Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Dr. Ekperikpe Ekpo has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to advancing the Brass Gas Projects as part of efforts to industrialise Nigeria through gas utilisation.

Speaking at a two-day All-Party Stakeholders Workshop on the Brass Projects in Abuja, Ekpo said the Brass Methanol Plant, Gas Processing Plant, and the Brass Free Zone Infrastructure will collectively form the nucleus of the proposed Brass Oil and Gas City in Bayelsa State.

‘The Ministry of Petroleum Resources (Gas) remains fully committed to supporting the Brass Projects through policy facilitation, regulatory coordination, and stakeholder engagement,’ Ekpo said.

‘We are particularly focused on ensuring that frameworks such as gas supply and offtake agreements, licensing, and infrastructure integration are streamlined and bankable.’

He tasked participants to focus on actionable outcomes, defining clear responsibilities, closing gaps, and producing a roadmap toward achieving full financial close and project take-off.

Ekpo stressed that the successful realisation of the Brass Projects would not only advance Nigeria’s gas industrialisation agenda but also deliver tangible benefits to the Niger Delta region through job creation, infrastructure development, and community empowerment.

He commended the synergy among key partners – Brass Fertilizer and Petrochemical Company Limited, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Renaissance Joint Venture, Afreximbank, and other financiers – for their sustained collaboration toward bringing the project to fruition.

Significantly, all key stakeholders – including NNPC Ltd., Renaissance JV, Bayelsa State Government, Host Communities, Trafigura (the product offtaker), and the EPC contractor, China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) – reiterated their unwavering support for the Brass Gas Projects, pledging to work collaboratively toward achieving financial close and timely project execution.

Commissioner for Trade, Industry and Investment, Bayelsa State, Dr. Ebieri Jones, who represented Governor Douye Diri at the event, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to providing a peaceful and investor-friendly environment for the successful execution of the Brass Projects.

He noted that the government’s support for the initiative is anchored on the projects’ vast potential to create employment opportunities for citizens and to stimulate broad socio-economic growth and development across the state.

In his remarks, the Managing Director of Brass Fertilizer and Petrochemical Company Ltd., Chief Ben Okoye, commended the Federal Government for its renewed drive, noting that the Brass Methanol and Gas Processing Plants will generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs, foster technology transfer, and stimulate ancillary industries across the Niger Delta.

He described the project as a model of productive partnership between government, private investors, and host communities, urging all parties to remain steadfast in achieving early completion.