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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Anambra set for Soludo’s swearing-in, approves ₦604m for key projects

The Anambra State Government has approved ₦604 million for key infrastructure projects and planned swearing-in events for Governor Soludo.

Mar 4 • 18:28 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The government will distribute the State Defense Fund, with the largest portion of funds allocated to the division

The Lithuanian government plans to allocate over 710 million euros from increased taxes to the State Defense Fund, with significant investments aimed at military capabilities and infrastructure.

Mar 4 • 03:20 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What is happening with 'Rail Baltica'? Funding from the state budget is higher in Estonia, while the shortfall in Latvia may be greater than in Lithuania

The construction of the 'Rail Baltica' project faces significant funding challenges in Latvia, with potential costs exceeding 4 billion euros and a shortage projected to reach 10 billion euros.

Mar 4 • 03:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Expressions on people’s faces tell our story – Otti

Abia State Governor Alex Otti emphasizes that his administration prioritizes tangible achievements over promotional advertising, as evident from the support of local residents during recent project inaugurations.

Mar 4 • 00:11 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Rockliff promotes 'exciting days ahead', but beneath it all, alarms sound

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff's State of the State address highlights public service job cuts while promoting optimism and new infrastructure initiatives.

Mar 3 • 21:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes orders ex-assistant to return to prison in the interior of PR and contradicts state security assessment

Minister Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the return of former presidential assistant Filipe Martins to a prison in Ponta Grossa, PR, despite concerns about security and lack of infrastructure.

Mar 3 • 14:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Pitfalls of PPP on the D35. The state saves now, but will eventually pay billions more

The article discusses the financial implications of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model employed for the D35 highway project, suggesting that while the state achieves initial savings, it may incur significantly higher costs down the line.

Mar 3 • 09:40 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

New government department to replace another in Tasmanian cost-saving drive

Tasmania's government has announced the establishment of Building Tasmania, replacing the Department of State Growth in a bid to save costs and streamline infrastructure delivery.

Mar 3 • 05:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Resources are invested in people this '2026, Year of Works in EdoMéx': Governor Delfina Gómez

Governor Delfina Gómez announced the 2026 initiative, emphasizing the need for responsible public resource investments in health, safety, and education across the State of Mexico.

Mar 3 • 02:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abia teams up with AfDB for $200m agro‑industrial zone

The Abia State Government in Nigeria is collaborating with the African Development Bank for a $200 million agro-industrial initiative under Tranche 2 of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones programme.

Mar 2 • 20:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piranhas and Delmiro Gouveia declare emergency after heavy rains in Alagoas backlands

The municipalities of Piranhas and Delmiro Gouveia in Alagoas have declared a state of emergency due to severe flooding and infrastructure damage caused by heavy rains.

Mar 2 • 20:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun 2027: Iyabo Obasanjo unveils agenda, seeks support

Iyabo Obasanjo has launched her campaign for the governorship of Ogun State in 2027, emphasizing women's empowerment, infrastructure development, and quality education.

Mar 2 • 17:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tocantins is under a red alert for rain, indicating great danger

Tocantins is experiencing a red alert for heavy rainfall, leading to significant flooding and infrastructure damage across the state.

Mar 2 • 15:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran's 'Water Ghost Operation' Sending Drones to Neighboring Airports and Hotels… Abu Dhabi Tourism Bureau Says 'The State Will Cover Accommodation Costs'

Iran is carrying out drone attacks on airports and infrastructure in major Middle Eastern countries, seemingly to pressure the U.S. and Israel by targeting Gulf monarchies influential with the Trump administration.

Mar 2 • 09:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Iyabo Obasanjo Unveils Ogun Governorship Ambition, Hails Tinubu's Economic Reforms

Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello has announced her candidacy for the governorship of Ogun State, praising President Tinubu's economic initiatives and infrastructure projects.

Mar 2 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Attack in Tehran: The Iranian state radio and television complex was also hit

The Iranian state radio and television complex in Tehran was damaged in recent airstrikes, but broadcasts continue as usual.

Mar 1 • 17:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos diverts traffic for 12 weeks on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway

The Lagos State Government has implemented a 12-week traffic diversion plan due to reconstruction work on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.

Mar 1 • 11:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand how the new concession of Rota Mogiana will work

The new Rota Mogiana concession in São Paulo will consolidate state highways into one contract, promoting significant infrastructure improvements over the next 30 years.

Mar 1 • 11:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

"Why are you destroying us?" by Peter Hahne: "A completely destroyed country with post-war-like infrastructure"

Peter Hahne discusses his new book and expresses pessimism about the current state of Germany, attributing its decline to various societal issues.

Mar 1 • 10:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ebonyi governor suspends works, infrastructure commissioners

Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has suspended two commissioners over allegations of dereliction of duty.

Mar 1 • 08:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents of Lago Grande demand progress on the paving of Translago in public hearing

Residents of the Lago Grande region in Santarém, Brazil, are demanding improvements to the state highway Translago, essential for rural connectivity and agricultural production transport, during a public hearing.

Feb 28 • 18:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

National and Provincial Roads Blown Up

The state of national and provincial roads in Argentina is deteriorating due to corruption and lack of strategic planning.

Feb 28 • 03:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the plan for the 9,200 kilometers of roads that the State is concessioning

The Argentine government has initiated the bidding process for two vital highway corridors, inviting 15 offers for their privatization.

Feb 27 • 20:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Consortium led by Azevedo & Travassos wins Rota Mogiana in SP with a bid of R$ 1.08 billion

The Consortium Rota Mogiana, led by Azevedo & Travassos, secured the concession of over 500 km of roads in São Paulo for R$ 1.085 billion during a state auction.

Feb 27 • 19:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cristóbal López, Roggio, Mindlin, and a public company led by Kicillof compete for another Milei privatization

The Argentine government received 15 bids for the privatization of 1,871 kilometers of national routes in a move aimed at reducing state funding for public works.

Feb 27 • 18:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

São Manuel declares state of emergency after heavy rains and requests state resources for bridge reconstruction

São Manuel has declared a state of emergency due to heavy rains that caused significant damage, resulting in the displacement of residents and damage to infrastructure.

Feb 27 • 16:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Photo: Žižkov artery is still like from the nineties

The article discusses the outdated state of the Žižkov artery in Prague, reflecting on its appearance and infrastructure resembling that of the 1990s.

Feb 27 • 15:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Competence and loyalty to Oyo will determine successor, says Makinde

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde emphasized that competence and loyalty will be crucial in choosing his successor in 2027 during the 12th Omituntun Annual Ramadan Public Lecture.

Feb 27 • 13:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mogiana Route: SP government auctions 520 km of highways this Friday; see sections and impacts

The São Paulo government is set to auction the management of 520 kilometers of state highways to private companies, with significant investments planned for modernization and maintenance over the next 30 years.

Feb 27 • 12:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The state has money and potential to improve the lives of Roma people, but nothing is happening

The Slovak government has the resources and framework to enhance the living conditions of the Roma community, yet progress remains stagnant.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSC hands Ahmadu Bello Stadium to Kaduna for upgrade

The National Sports Commission has transferred the Ahmadu Bello Stadium to Kaduna State for extensive renovations and an increase in capacity.

Feb 27 • 11:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

North Coast of SP registers the highest accumulated rainfall in the state and has new damage

The North Coast of São Paulo experienced the highest rainfall in the state, causing extensive damage including the destruction of a bridge in Ubatuba.

Feb 27 • 11:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu approves three road projects in Niger

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstruction of three major roads in Niger State, aimed at improving infrastructure.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The new government would limit the growth of Nuevo León

The new president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, may continue the limited support for Nuevo León seen under her predecessor, potentially hindering the state's economic growth.

Feb 27 • 01:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Idris invests N3bn in textbooks, rebuilds 500 schools

Governor Nasir Idris has invested N3 billion in education reforms in Kebbi State, targeting the improvement of 학교 infrastructure and resources.

Feb 27 • 01:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esmeraldas in emergency due to the effects of the rains

The Municipality of Esmeraldas has declared a state of emergency to address the severe impacts of heavy rainfall affecting local families and infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 23:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Displaced, classes suspended and state of emergency: rain impacts residents of cities in the interior of Bahia

Heavy rains in the interior of Bahia have caused significant disruption, displacing families and leading to class suspensions due to flooded streets and damaged infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 21:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos shuts Lekki–Epe Expressway for repairs

The Lagos State Government has announced a total closure of the Epe-bound carriageway of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway for rehabilitation works.

Feb 26 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The discount in the auction of the new center will represent savings of R$ 2.2 billion

The winning bid from the auction for the New Administrative Center will save the state of São Paulo R$ 2.2 billion over the 30-year contract period.

Feb 26 • 20:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Without work, with higher tolls and many more stations: what is the plan for the 9,200 kilometers of roads that the state concessions

Argentina is set to contract out nearly 10,000 kilometers of national roadways to the private sector, with no substantial infrastructure plans in place and increased toll fees expected.

Feb 26 • 14:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Consortium MEZ-RZK wins auction to build the administrative center of the government of São Paulo

The MEZ-RZK consortium has won the bid to construct a new administrative center for the São Paulo state government, which is expected to cost approximately R$ 6.09 billion and be completed by 2030.

Feb 26 • 14:19 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Swedish media: a foreign state may soon attack Nordic energy infrastructure

Swedish media reports that foreign entities are threatening the Nordic energy infrastructure, prompting heightened security measures across the region.

Feb 26 • 12:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Swedish media: A serious threat to Nordic energy infrastructure

A serious threat to the Nordic energy infrastructure has been reported by Swedish media, prompting police and authorities across the region to enter a state of alert.

Feb 26 • 10:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Media: Serious external threat to the Nordic electricity network

A serious external threat to the Nordic electricity infrastructure has prompted several authorities in the region to enter a state of alert.

Feb 26 • 10:39 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"If not drained, it will be submerged in 3 hours" - The backside of the world's oldest underwater road tunnel

The article discusses the construction plans for the Shimonoseki-Kitakyushu Road and details the current state of the Kanmon Tunnel, which requires constant pumping to prevent flooding.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Anambra Assembly passes bill to establish rural roads agency

The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill to create a Rural Access Roads Agency aimed at improving road conditions and transportation in rural areas.

Feb 25 • 14:54 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oyo approves counterpart funding for road maintenance, procures 100 vehicles

The Oyo State Government has allocated ₦900 million for road construction funding, allowing the access of over ₦16 billion from international donors.

Feb 25 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues alert for intense rains with winds of 60 to 100 km/h for SP

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued an orange alert for heavy rains and high winds across the state of São Paulo, with significant risks to safety and infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 11:50 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Washington has urged Ukraine to consider US economic interests when attacking Russian infrastructure

The US State Department has requested that Ukraine avoid targeting facilities related to American economic interests in response to previous attacks against Russian infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 11:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Melted snow revealed the terrible condition of these streets and sidewalks: documenting depressions, potholes

The melting snow in Klaipeda has exposed the poor state of streets and sidewalks, prompting action from city maintenance crews.

Feb 25 • 09:47 UTC

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