Yesterday, I had the privilege of holding the first interface meeting between the Managing Director of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and the House Committee on FERMA as Deputy Chair. It was a crucial meeting that brought together key stakeholders in the sector to discuss the state of our nation's roads and explore strategies for improvement.
The meeting commenced with an introduction of the members of the House Committee and the Management of the agency FERMA. It was evident from the start that both parties shared a common goal to ensure the provision and maintenance of quality roads that enhance the socio-economic development of our nation.
The Managing Director of FERMA presented a comprehensive report on the current state of federal roads across the country. The report highlighted the challenges faced by FERMA in maintaining and rehabilitating the roads, including insufficient funding, inadequate manpower, and bureaucratic bottlenecks. It also emphasized the urgent need for increased investment in road infrastructure to enhance connectivity and facilitate economic growth.
The House Committee members actively engaged in discussions, asking pertinent questions and seeking clarifications on specific issues. We expressed our commitment to addressing the challenges faced by FERMA and emphasized the importance of collaboration between the agency and the legislative arm of government to achieve meaningful results.
During the meeting, various suggestions and recommendations were put forward to improve the maintenance and rehabilitation of federal roads. These included exploring alternative funding mechanisms such as public-private partnerships, leveraging technology for efficient road management, and strengthening the legal framework governing road maintenance in Nigeria.
Overall, the first interface meeting between the Managing Director of FERMA and the House Committee was a productive and constructive engagement. It demonstrated a shared commitment to addressing the challenges faced by our road infrastructure and working towards sustainable solutions. I am confident that with continued collaboration and proactive measures, we can achieve significant improvements in our nation's road network, thereby promoting economic growth and enhancing the well-being of our citizens.
Alhamdulillah… I regained freedom after 104 days in captivity. I thank the many people out there, family, friends and well wishers that prayed and wished for my safe return during these trying times. Indeed it is a big relief to be home with family, but I am afraid that relief
Gladdens me to learn that a number of the kidnapped passengers of the Kaduna - Abuja train have regained their freedom, including our friend, Sadiq Ango.
You may be suffering inside but don’t keep it all bottled up in there. Share it with the Almighty. Don’t share it with others. Tell Him everything. He’s the only One who will listen and respond. He’s the only One who can and will give you that inner peace you long and crave for.
a daily reminder that your body is an amanah, so eat things that are good for your body, be kind to it, look after it, keep it clean, pamper yourself, go on walks, do it for the sake of Allāh and you’ll get ajr for every little step ʾإن شاء الله :(
Alhamdulillah, Finally put to rest. Indeed there is no pain that can compare to losing a mother. In this case the pain becomes less everytime you see her many sons and daughters that pray and share the pain with us. May Allah forgive your sins and grant you Jannatu firdaus. Amin
The voters have spoken, and they have chosen @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris to be our next president and vice president.
It's a history-making ticket, a repudiation of Trump, and a new page for America.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Onward, together.
It is funny how some people think they somehow have monopoly of the rights and freedom to oppose, criticize and express views on how this country is being run and they somehow determine who gets to speak and who deserves to be heard.
PRE-ORDER BUSINESS, THE HARAM & HOW TO RIGHT THE WRONG..
I received this short clip from a sister two days ago with regards the Fatwah given by late Sheikh Jaafar (RH) on PRE-ORDER business. I as weed her based on what I once read from a Hadith & what I heard from a Sheikh.