Worried by the crisis of unemployment leading to insecurity and high level crimes in the country, the Minister of Transportation, Alhaji Muazu Sambo, has assured that the federal government was working assiduously to address the challenge.
He said the federal government had commenced discussion with a new investor that would share the scope of work with the franchise holders, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation to facilitate the delivery of the coastal railline from Lagos to Calabar
He said that the project was conceived in 2014 on the basis of 85% funding from the company and 15% Nigeria counterpart contributions, adding that the company has not been able to provide the required funding to date.
He lamented that the development had affected the project, adding however, that the Ministry had identified and commenced talks with another investor on the basis of sharing the scope of work with the franchise holders, CCECC
He said: “The project as you know was awarded in 2014 on the basis of 85% funding from foreign facility and 15 % Nigeria counterpart funding. In order word the contractor is supposed to provided 85% foreign loan while Nigeria will provides 15 % counterpart funding.
“The Contractor CCECC unfortunately has not been able to to provide that 85% funding to date. And that has affected the project. But as it is the Ministry has identified a company, an investor that is willing to fund the project and we are in talks with the that company on the basis of sharing the scope of work between them and and the company that the franchise, that is CCECC.”
He explained that the transportation sector had contributed to the socio economic needs of Nigerians and promoted the overall sustainable development of the nation but more will be done in closing the yawning infrastructural gaps.
He assured that “This is expected to generate 21 million full-time jobs and lift 35 million people out of poverty by 2025, while setting the stage for achieving government’s commitment of lifting 100 Million Nigerians out of poverty in the next 10 years”.
He said the Transportation Ministry domesticated the implementation of the National Development Plan 2021-2025, through the Transport Sector Medium Term Development Plan (MTDP) 2021-2025 Policy Document, aimed at accelerating the growth of the transportation sector in the country .
The minister frowned at infighting and unnecessary quarrel among boards and agencies within the transportation sector and called for cooperation hoping that at the end of the retreat , the staff will have a new mindset to implement policies of the ministry .
“Ensure a harmonious working relationship between the ministry and its agencies on one hand and the legislative arm of Government, who by the provisions of our Constitution that we have sworn to uphold is to be accorded all necessary respect and corporations at all times within recognized boundaries,” he warned.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-fancy-gourmet-dish-right-a-michelin-guide-poster.jpg?id=60249825&width=1200&height=400&coordinates=0%2C136%2C0%2C136"/><br/><br/><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-restaurants" target="_blank">Quebec's culinary scene</a> just got a major upgrade. The Michelin Guide has released its 2025 star list, and nine restaurants across the province have earned a place among the world's finest, including three in Montreal.</p><p>It's also a historic year for Quebec City as La Tanière³ has officially become the province's first-ever restaurant to score two Michelin stars.</p><p><span></span>The awards were announced via <a href="https://michelinmedia.com/pages/blog/detail/article/c0/a1403/" target="_blank">a press release on May 15</a> — a quieter reveal than in years past, but the recognition remains just as prestigious for the chefs and teams behind these top-tier spots.</p><p>Here are the Michelin star winners in Quebec for 2025:</p><p>⭐⭐<br/>• La Tanière³ – Quebec City</p><p>⭐<br/>• Mastard – Montreal<br/>• Sabayon – Montreal<br/>• ARVI – Quebec City<br/>• Jérôme Ferrer – Europea – Montreal<br/>• Kebec Club Privé – Quebec City<br/>• Laurie Raphaël – Quebec City<br/>• Légende – Quebec City<br/>• Narval – Quebec City</p><p>While Quebec City led the pack with seven starred restaurants (including the only two-starred venue), Montreal's dining scene still earned its due with two standout additions:</p><h3>Mastard</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CvIwnSOrGhE/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Cuisine: Modern Quebecois</p><p>Address: 1879 Rue Bélanger, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Chef Simon Mathys’ Rosemont restaurant puts seasonal Quebec ingredients front and centre, with a constantly evolving menu that surprises even regulars. Think elevated local fare without the fuss — and now with a Michelin star to back it up.</p><h3>Restaurant Jérôme Ferrer - Europea</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Ctr3qJrPjb5/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Cuisine: Refined French with Quebecois flair</p><p>Address: 1065 Rue de la Montagne, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why it stands out: A staple of Montreal’s fine dining scene, Europea is known for its elegant tasting menus, dramatic plating, and immersive culinary experience. Chef Jérôme Ferrer blends French gastronomy with local ingredients for a meal that feels both theatrical and deeply rooted in Quebec.</p><h3>Sabayon</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C-A0vjjx-QI/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Cuisine: Contemporary French</p><p>Address: 2194 rue du Centre, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: This Pointe St-Charles gem offers refined French-inspired tasting menus with a warm, intimate vibe. Michelin praised its balance of precision and creativity — and locals already loved it for the same reason.</p><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/valerie-plante" target="_blank">Montreal mayor Valerie Plante</a> later congratulated the local restaurateurs with an Instagram post.</p><p>"Congrats also to Annette Bar à Vin, Restaurant Cadet, Casavant, Le Petit Alep, L'Express, Parapluie, and Rôtisserie La Lune for earning a Bib Gourmand, which celebrates excellent food at moderate prices!" she wrote.</p><p>"A shoutout as well to Foxy (and its owner/sommelier Véronique Dalle) for receiving the Exceptional Cocktails Award, and to Vanya Filipovic (Vin Mon Lapin) who has been nominated for the Michelin Sommelier Award."</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJrzMhCTfQV/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p><br/></p><p>You can explore the full 2025 selection on <a href="https://michelinmedia.com/pages/blog/detail/article/c0/a1403/" target="_blank">Michelin's website</a>.</p><p><br/></p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
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