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Yobe to construct city centre mall in Damaturu

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3 years ago

August 29, 2023

The Yobe Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development have handed over the project site for the construction of the prestigious Yobe City Centre.

The state’s Commissioner for Commerce, Alhaji Kaigama Umar, stated this on Sunday in Damaturu.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Alhaji Inuwa Gulani, Umar said the site was handed over to Thinklab Group Limited to construct the mall to boost the economic viability of the state.

He said the project was part of Governor Mai Mala Buni’s urban renewal and the revival of economic activities.

Umar added that the project aligned with the government’s commitment to foster sustainable economic growth, create employment opportunities, and enhance the quality of life for the people of the state.

The commissioner said the firm was a renowned conglomerate with vast experience in large-scale projects, infrastructure, and energy.

“We are delighted to have their team led by Dr. Sa’id Kori, Chairman of the conglomerate on board for this venture. Their track record of excellence and commitment to quality delivery reassures us that the Yobe City Centre Mall will be a testament to their expertise and dedication,” he said.

In his remarks, Kori expressed gratitude to the state government and other stakeholders for entrusting his company.

He promised the timely completion of the project with the utmost adherence to international quality and standards.

Also speaking, the Chairman, the Caretaker Committee, Damaturu Local Government Council, Alhaji Bukar Adamu, said the state remained grateful to the visionary leadership of Buni.

He called on the business community in the state to embrace the development and cooperate with the contractors for the overall progress of the state.

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Blue Lagos Facilitates INEC Continuous Voter Registration Across Riverine Communities

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2 days ago

July 17, 2026

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Blue Lagos is pleased to inform residents of riverine and coastal communities across Lagos State that officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will be conducting the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) Exercise in selected communities from Thursday, 16 July to Sunday, 19 July 2026.

This intervention is part of INEC’s ongoing Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration exercise, which has been taking place across various communities in Lagos State.

Through the engagement and advocacy efforts of Blue Lagos, the exercise is now being extended to additional riverine and coastal communities to ensure that more residents have convenient access to voter registration services.

The exercise will cover communities in Badagry, Epe, Eti-Osa, Ojo, Amuwo-Odofin, Apapa, Ibeju-Lekki, Ikorodu, Kosofe, and Lagos Mainland, with dedicated registration centres established within or close to the affected communities.

Eligible residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.

Residents of the Riverine areas should visit the designated registration centre closest to their community on the scheduled date indicated by INEC.

Kindly refer to the attached schedule for the list of dedicated registration locations, dates, and communities covered under this phase of the exercise.

For further information, please contact your community leaders or follow Blue Lagos communication channels.

Blue Lagos – No Community is Left Behind

Prince Adewunmi Aroyewun
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For: Blue Lagos