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Trouble as Air Force officials allegedly Destroy houses in Makurdi, Forcefully snatch Money, Beat up lecturer
Officials of the Tactical Air Command of the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) in Makurdi, Benue State at the weekend invaded the Ugondo Mega Layout Phase Two and destroyed more than 20 houses.
Owners of the houses located on the outskirts of Makurdi said the state government legitimately allocated the structures to them.
The about 200 NAF officials, who were led by the Air Officer Commander (AOC), Air Vice Marshall R. A. Ojuawo, came in three trucks and started destroying houses already occupied and those under construction.
They also harassed and beat up the residents claiming that the said land belongs to them. This is the second time in seven months that officials of the command were carrying out such exercise.
The first was in May when they demolished many houses at Akpen village, on the outskirts of Makurdi, located at kilometre 6 on Makurdi- Gboko Road.
That demolition was greeted by protest by youths of Apen, as most of the affected homes belonged to the poor. In that exercise, over 10,000 people were rendered homeless.
In the latest destruction, at least 20 houses were torched by the NAF officials.
When reporters visited the area, landlords were holding meetings on the next line of action to take to forestall a repeat of the incident.
They told reporters that the NAF commandant ordered his men to beat up the landlords, including women most of who were later taken to the hospital for treatment.
The landlords added that the NAF officials also carted away property worth millions of naira, including working tools belonging to labourers working on the site.
According to them, the NAF officials also destroyed bags of cement including those mixed with sand for plastering, septic tanks and electrical fittings, manhandled a lecturer of the Benue State University and forcibly snatched N3,500 from a widow, one Mrs Dorcas Kambe.
The landlords, who spoke on condition of anonymity for security reasons, insisted that the land was allocated to them with papers accompanying them by the state government. They expressed surprise that NAF officials were trying to confiscate the land from them.
One of the victims, a lecturer at the state-owned university, Pila Nasera, said the commandant ordered him to lie face down and kiss the ground before he was given the beaten of his life.
Mrs Gladys Gaadi, who said her electrical fittings and other belongings were vandalised, added that she was given a week ultimatum to leave her house or would lose all her things when they come for proper demolition.
Renewed Hope Ambassadors Inspect RHA Secretariat
Renewed Hope Ambassadors, led by its Director-General and the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, alongside Zonal Coordinators (NW, NC, SE), the Media & Publicity Directorate, and other key stakeholders, inspected the RHA Secretariat two days after President Bola Tinubu unveiled the Renewed Hope Ambassadors grassroots engagement drive in Abuja.
Harmony Gardens’ Ibeju-Lekki Portfolio Crosses $1bn
Harmony Garden & Estate Development Limited has expanded its development activities across Ibeju-Lekki, pushing the projected long-term value of its estate portfolio beyond $1 billion.
Led by Chief Executive Officer Hon. Dr. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa, popularly know Saheed Ibile, the company is developing seven estates within the Lekki–Ibeju corridor. Details available on Harmony Garden & Estate Development show a portfolio spanning land assets and ongoing residential construction across key growth locations.
A major component is Lekki Aviation Town, where urban living meets neighborhood charm, located near the proposed Lekki International Airport and valued internally at over $250 million. The development forms part of the company’s broader phased expansion strategy within the axis.
Other estates in the corridor tagged as the “Citadel of Joy” (Ogba-idunnu) include Granville Estate, Majestic Bay Estate, The Parliament Phase I & II, and Harmony Casa Phase I & II.
With multiple projects active, the rollout of the Ibile Traditional Mortgage System, and structured expansion underway, Harmony Garden & Estate Development Ltd continues to deepen its presence within the fast-growing Ibeju-Lekki real estate market.
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BUA Group Showcases Food Manufacturing Strength at 62nd Paris International Agricultural Show
BUA Group Showcases Food Manufacturing Strength at 62nd Paris International Agricultural Show
BUA Group, one of Africa’s leading diversified conglomerates, is maintaining a strong presence at the ongoing 62nd edition of the Paris International Agricultural Show in France, participating as a premium sponsor and supporting the Nigeria Pavilion at one of the world’s most respected agricultural gatherings.
The 62nd Paris International Agricultural Show, taking place from February 21 to March 1, 2026, at Porte de Versailles in Paris, convenes global leaders across farming, agro processing, technology, finance, and policy. The event serves as a strategic platform for industry engagement, knowledge exchange, and commercial partnerships shaping the future of global food systems.
BUA Group’s participation reflects its long term commitment to strengthening the entire food production value chain. Through sustained investments in large scale processing, value addition, and branded consumer products, the Group continues to reinforce its role in advancing food security, industrial growth, and regional trade integration.
Speaking on the Group’s participation, the Executive Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu CFR, said, “BUA’s presence at the Paris International Agricultural Show reflects our belief that Africa must be an active participant in shaping the future of global food systems. We have invested significantly in local production capacity because we understand that food security, industrial growth, and economic resilience are interconnected. Platforms like this allow us to build partnerships that strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness and expand our reach beyond our borders.”
BUA Foods, a subsidiary of BUA Group, maintains a strong footprint in flour, pasta, spaghetti, sugar, and rice production, serving millions of consumers within Nigeria and across neighbouring African markets. The Managing Director of BUA Foods, Engr. Abioye Ayodele, representing the Executive Chairman, is attending the event at the Nigeria Pavilion, engaging industry stakeholders and showcasing the company’s manufacturing capabilities.
Also speaking at the show, Engr. Ayodele stated, “BUA Foods has built scale across key staple categories that are central to household consumption. Our participation at this Show allows us to demonstrate the quality, consistency, and operational strength behind our products. We are also engaging global stakeholders with a clear message that Nigerian manufacturing can meet international standards while serving both domestic and regional markets efficiently.”
The Show provides BUA Group with an opportunity to deepen trade relationships, explore new export pathways, and reinforce Nigeria’s growing relevance within the global agricultural and food ecosystem.
BUA Group remains focused on building enduring institutions, expanding productive capacity, and positioning African enterprise competitively within global markets.
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