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Hon. Terab Bags PhD in Policy and Strategic Studies

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8 months ago

September 3, 2025

Hon. Abdulrahman Abba Terab, the Head of Technology, Transfer, Innovation and Investment at the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), was on Tuesday awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Policy and Strategic Studies.

The degree was conferred at the Abuja Leadership Centre (ALC) of Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja.

According to the institution, the academic achievements was granted after Terab successfully completed all requirements, including the defense of thesis on September 2, 2025.

The Director of the Centre, Prof. Philip Dahida praised the PhD awardee for his resilience in pursuing knowledge, while tasking him to ensure knowledge gained is appropriately applied to better the lots of the Nigerian society at large.

He lauded the external examiner, Professor Olugbemiga Afolabi Samuel of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria, for his display of professionalism, knowledge transfer, and passion in evaluating the doctoral candidates.

Reacting to the academic milestone, Hon. Terab described his research work which dealt on housing deficit as “extremely important to the development of Nigeria”.

Terab urged for seriousness and a well structured and deliberate investment in housing, advising Nigerian government seeking a trillion dollar economy that it can be achieved faster and easier through housing alone with Nigerians in diaspora involved.

He tasked Nigerians (old and young) not to relent on acquiring more education as it can go a long way in addressing the numerous sentiments slowing down progress in the country for decades.

“One of the major problems that is facing Nigeria and most part of the world is housing deficit. We are in need of 20 million houses as we speak between Nigeria.

Despite government support, private sector investments and the rest. So, the need for us to continue to seek for alternative funding to support housing development in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized. The records are there.

“And one of the major areas that we need to look at which will have two-pronged or three-pronged value is diaspora capital. We have a large and thriving diaspora community who, if given the proper opportunity, will invest in Nigerian housing sector. They will invest it for so many reasons.

“So, we should create an enabling environment for diaspora investment in housing. I am sure, if that is done, even what this (Tinubu) government is looking out for, a trillion dollar economy, can be achieved through housing alone with the diaspora,” Terab counselled.

Other recipients of the academic award include, Ahmed Ishaq Ningi and Muhammad Al Amin Musa Amshi, both serving Special Assistants to the President of Nigeria; Abdulmajid Suleiman, a staff of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund);Susan Obi, Coordinating Director, at National Broadcasting Commission (NBC); Francisca Aiyetan, former Secretary at NBC, Oluwasegun Bode-Ajayi and Tijani Taiwo Ayodotun, all received doctoral degrees in Public Governance and Leadership.

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FG Commits To National Development With Major Contract Agreements — Umahi

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17 hours ago

May 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Works, has again signed landmark contract agreements with four (4) construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. The contract signing ceremony, held on Thursday at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Mabushi, Abuja, marks another major step in the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure that enhances connectivity, stimulates economic growth, and improves the quality of life of Nigerians.

The four contractors and their respective projects are as follows:

1. Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited – Reconstruction of Mando (Kaduna) – Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State,

2. Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited – Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road in Oyo and Ogun States,

3. Messrs Truecrete Solutions Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road in Osun State and

4. Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road in Osun and Oyo States.

Speaking during the event, the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, described the projects as strategic national infrastructure designed to boost economic activities, improve transportation efficiency, and strengthen national integration. He noted that the reconstruction of the Mando (Kaduna) –Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State holds special significance, as it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by His Excellency, President Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering campaigns. According to the Minister, the present administration remains resolute in its determination to deliver world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time. “Our vision is to build roads that will last for generations. Under the Renewed Hope administration, we are determined to deliver infrastructure that can serve Nigerians for up to 100 years through the adoption of rigid pavement (concrete) technology,” Umahi stated.

The Minister commended the selected contractors for their competence, track records, and proven capacity, emphasising the Federal Government’s confidence in indigenous contractors. He particularly praised Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited, Truecrete Solutions Limited, and other indigenous firms for their commendable performances on previous projects across the country.

Umahi charged all contractors to mobilise to their respective project sites immediately and commence work without delay, stressing that the Ministry expects measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.

Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan, who formally signed the contract agreements, described the occasion as the successful completion of the procurement process and the official commencement of project implementation.

He commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage and reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery.

Also speaking, the Director of Highways, Construction and Rehabilitation, Mr. Clement Ogbuagu, presented details of the awarded contracts as follows:

1. Reconstruction of Mando–Birnin Gwari Road, Kaduna State

Contractor: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited

Contract Sum: ₦178,116,787,162.00

Length: 122 Kilometres

2. Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road, Oyo and Ogun States

Contractor: JRB Construction Company Limited,

Contract Sum: ₦295,996,609,992.77

Length: 114.5 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent)

3. Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road, Osun State

Contractor: Truecrete Solutions Limited

Contract Sum: ₦101,806,585,825.90

Length: 70 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent) and

4. Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road, Osun State

Contractor: Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited

Contract Sum: ₦114,854,477,607.93

Length: 73 Kilometres

All the projects will be executed using Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP) technology, in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to building durable, cost-effective, and sustainable road infrastructure nationwide.

The ceremony represents another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s drive to modernise Nigeria’s road network and accelerate national economic development.

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