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Biden Announces $3 Billion Investment to Upgrade Ports in 27 States In America
President Joe Biden recently announced a significant investment of $3 billion from his Inflation Reduction Act aimed at upgrading and modernizing ports across 27 states and territories.
During a speech highlighting the importance of this funding, Biden emphasized the need to go beyond mere reconstruction.
He stated, “It’s not enough to just rebuild America. We have to build back better and stronger than before.”
His remarks showcase a vision that prioritizes sustainable growth and modernization, ensuring that America’s ports are equipped to handle the demands of a rapidly evolving global economy.
The funding is part of a wider strategy to improve critical infrastructure that helps in the nation’s supply chain and economic resilience.
Biden’s plan will facilitate a range of upgrades, including advanced technology to streamline operations, improvements to handling capacity, and initiatives aimed at reducing emissions.
This is particularly significant as the nation grapples with climate change and seeks to transition toward cleaner energy sources.
By allocating substantial funds to ports, he is positioning the country to better manage supply chain disruptions, which have become more evident during the pandemic and its aftermath.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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