The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has confirmed veteran labour journalist, Comrade Moses John Akwashiki as its substantive General Secretary.

Akwashiki’s appointment was approved by the National Working Committee of the union and took effect from September 5, following his stint as Acting General Secretary.

The appointment marks a notable transition for Akwashiki, who spent more than 15 years reporting on organised labour, industrial relations, trade unions and workers’ issues before moving into union administration.

In a letter conveying the approval, JUSUN national president, Comrade Marwan Mustapha Adamu, congratulated Akwashiki, and urged him to discharge his responsibilities in accordance with the union’s Constitution and Code of Conduct.

The letter, titled “Confirmation of Appointment as Substantive General Secretary of Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria”, stated that the National Working Committee had approved his appointment with effect from September 5.

• TRIBUNE

….as FG starts two-week Kara Bridge repairs tomorrow

Motorists face severe traffic disruptions on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway starting Tuesday as the Federal Government begins a two-week repair of the Kara Bridge.

The Federal Ministry of Works has scheduled the rehabilitation works to commence tomorrow, with the project expected to last 14 days. The repairs aim to address structural issues on the critical bridge, a major link for commuters and heavy-duty vehicles between Lagos and Ogun states.

Authorities have advised road users to explore alternative routes or adjust travel times to avoid prolonged delays during the construction period. Traffic management measures are expected to be put in place, though details on lane closures or diversions have yet to be fully released.

THE Federal Government has alerts motorists and commuters on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway of possible travel delays, starting Tuesday September 8 for two weeks repair works on the Kara–Berger Bridge

The project, earlier slated to commence in August 2026, was suspended for traffic review following public outcry over short notice and the need for effective traffic management.

The two-week rehabilitation project, directed by the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, involves the replacement of deteriorating expansion joints to improve road safety, structural integrity, and long-term traffic flow on the busy corridor.

The project is expected to run through September 22, 2026.

The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, TRACE, alongside the Federal Ministry of Works and key stakeholders, in a statement, warned motorists to prepare for lane restrictions, particularly during peak commuting hours.

The TRACE Acting Commander, Mr A. Ojerinde, stated that a multi-agency operation including TRACE, the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and the Nigeria Police Force will be deployed along the corridor to enforce traffic control.

Ojerinde, who urged road users to plan ahead, said “Leave earlier than usual to accommodate expected travel delays.