COURT JAILS TWO FOR N14.8M FRAUD IN MAIDUGURI. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Court Jails Two for N14.8m Fraud in Maiduguri Justice B.T Zannah of the Borno State High Court sitting in Maiduguri, on Monday, July 13, 2026 convicted and sentenced two to three years imprisonment. The convicts are: Babagana Bukar and Hauwa Chabri.  The convicts were arraigned on Monday, July 13, 2026 by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a separate one -count charge for the offence of criminal misappropriation to the tune of N14,800,000.00 (Fourteen  Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira). The charge against Bukar reads: "That you, Babagana Bukar sometimes in 2025 at Maiduguri, Borno State within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, dishonestly misappropriated and converted to your own use the aggregate sum of N8,800,000.00 (Eight Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira)  money belonging to Bunu Gambo Liman, being amount given to you through Babakura Umar and Bello Adamu for the supplies of 100 bags of IRS...
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ACTDA UNVEILS INNOVATIVE PAVING STONE ROAD PROJECT IN AMANSEA COMMUNITY. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 ACTDA Unveils Innovative Paving Stone Road Project in Amansea Community


By Ukpa Ewa 


The Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA) has successfully completed a groundbreaking 130-meter road in Amansea, Awka North Local Government Area. The road, constructed using paving stones, features a complete drainage system and solar-powered street lights. 


This project is part of a broader initiative to enhance inner-city roads in the capital, introducing a new model for road construction that is both cost-effective and durable.


Addressing residents of Amaowelle Village in Amansea during the commissioning of the project, ACTDA Managing Director, Mr. Ossy Onuko, emphasized the strategic importance of the project, which aims to experiment with the use of paving stones for road construction. 


Inspired by successful implementations in other cities, Onuko stressed the project's potential to be replicated throughout Awka capital territory.


Commending Mr. Onuko for the project, member representing Awka North Constituency in the State House of Assembly Mr John Mark Ikunne praised Governor Soludo's appointment of effective leaders like Onuko. 


He noted that the project sets a new standard for infrastructure in the state and is expected to last over time.


On his part , the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Mr. Ifeanyi Okoma, represented by Director of Highway, Mr. Noel Okoye, affirmed the longevity and quality of the rigid pavement. He praised the governor's support for such innovative projects.


Also, the contractor that handled the project, Mr Ojukwu Vincent, described the meticulous construction process which included extensive excavation of the swampy area, replacing bad soil with sharp sand, and multiple compaction stages to ensure the road's durability. He assured that the paving stone road is easy to maintain and built to last.


Additionally, Rev. Father Azubike Raphael Onyekwelu commended the governor's comprehensive efforts in road construction, security, and other developmental areas. 

He highlighted the project's success in alleviating flooding issues and improving mobility for local residents.


The unveiling ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Transition Committee Chairman of Awka North, Prince Chinedu Okafor, Deputy Majority Leader and Chairman of the House Committee on Lands, Head of Development at ACTDA, Mr. Uche Ekwunife,  TC Chairman of Njikoka,  Mr Chinedu Ononiba ( Esq) and TC Chairman, Orumba South, Mr. Shedrack Azubike.


* Ukpa is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *

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