KEBBI GOVT DONATES 10 HILUX VEHICLES TO BOOST SECURITY ON SOKOTO–BADAGRY SUPER HIGHWAY. (PHOTOS).

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 Kebbi Govt Donates 10 Hilux Vehicles to Boost Security on Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway  The Kebbi State Government has handed over 10 brand-new Hilux vehicles to the Federal Ministry of Works to strengthen security for personnel working on the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project. The vehicles were formally received by the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, who praised Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasiru Idris (Kauran Gwandu), for the donation. Goronyo described the gesture as a clear demonstration of the state government’s commitment to protecting workers and contractors on the strategic highway corridor. He explained that the vehicles will be deployed exclusively to security operatives providing cover for construction teams along the section of the super highway passing through Kebbi State. The Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway is a multi-state infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and economic activities across northern and southern Nigeria. More...

OLUBUNMI FAMILONI AWARD NLNG'S $100, 000 LITERATURE PRIZE FIR "THE ROAF DOES NOT END".(PHOTO).


 Olubunmi Familoni Awarded

NLNG's $100,000 Literature Prize for "The Road Does Not End"


Nigerian author Olubunmi Familoni has been awarded the prestigious 2024

NLNG Prize for Literature for his novel The

Road Does Not End. The announcement was made during an award night at Eko Hotel, Lagos, where Familoni secured the coveted $100,000 NLNG Prize for Literature 2024


Emerging victorious from a remarkable 162 entries, The Road Does Not End triumphed over two other finalists: Ndidi Chiazor-Enenmo’s A Father’s Pride and Uchechukwu Peter Umezurike’s Wish Maker. 

The novel tells the poignant story of Rilwan, a young orphan grappling with loss and searching for his identity. Rilwan’s life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers Fuji music and finds mentorship under his boss, Pepper, adding a rich layer of hope and resilience to his journey.


This year’s competition spotlighted children’s literature, celebrating works that inspire and shape young minds. The advisory board lauded Familoni’s novel for its masterful storytelling, meticulous editing, and impactful themes. They highlighted how The Road Does Not Endaddresses the pressing issue of child labor while exploring themes of resilience and the importance of human connections.


“The book emphasizes the need for continuous self-improvement and the significance of relationships in overcoming adversity,” they noted.


In addition to Familoni’s triumph, the event also recognized the joint winners of the Prize for Science: Olajide Otitoju, Meihong Wang, and Eni Oko.


During the awards ceremony, Philip Mshelbila, CEO of NLNG, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to shaping a better future through intentional actions. “In NLNG, we acknowledge the divine and recognize that while we may not possess ultimate control of the future, our actions can influence the outcomes of tomorrow,” he stated.

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