Governor Makinde Reaffirms Support for Local Government Autonomy
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has addressed concerns regarding his position on local government autonomy, clarifying his full support for local governments as the third tier of government. Speaking at the commissioning of the newly constructed Local Government House and Staff Training School at the Oyo State Secretariat in Ibadan, Governor Makinde emphasized that […]
Kwankwaso Predicts Nigerians Will Demand Change in 2027
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) and former governor of Kano State, has expressed confidence that Nigerians will voice their dissatisfaction with the current administration during the 2027 elections. He made this remark while receiving defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) into the NNPP at his residence on […]
Nigerian Governors’ Forum to Host 2024 International Conference on Girl Child Education
The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) is set to host the 2024 International Conference on Girl Child Education from October 10 to 11, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Themed ‘Girl Child Empowerment Through Quality Education’, the conference underscores the NGF’s commitment to tackling challenges faced by girls in Nigeria. Ebenezer Leo, […]
Tinubu Issues Warning to Terrorists and Bandits: Surrender or Face Elimination
President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern ultimatum to terrorists and bandits responsible for instability in Nigeria, urging them to surrender or face death at the hands of government forces. The warning was conveyed during the 1st News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Annual International Lecture in Abuja, themed “Insecurity in the Sahel (2008-2024): Dissecting Nigeria’s […]
Singapore Minister Subramaniam Iswaran Sentenced to 12 Months in Prison for Corruption and Obstruction of Justice
Subramaniam Iswaran, a senior cabinet minister in Singapore, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison after pleading guilty to accepting bribes worth more than S$403,000 ($311,882) while in public office, as well as obstructing justice. The gifts included Formula 1 Grand Prix tickets, a luxury bicycle, alcohol, and a private jet ride. In delivering […]
Citing Massive Evidence Haul, Prosecutors Request Indefinite Trial Delay in Assassination Attempt on Trump
Federal prosecutors have requested an indefinite delay in scheduling the trial for Ryan Routh, the man charged in last month’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at his Florida golf course. In a filing on Wednesday, they cited the massive amount of evidence gathered in the 17 days since Routh’s arrest. Prosecutors asked Florida […]
Pat Utomi Urges Focus on Values and Strong Institutions for Nigeria’s Progress
Professor of political economy, Pat Utomi, has called for leadership rooted in strong values and character to drive meaningful change in Nigeria. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television, Utomi emphasized the importance of leaders committed to public service and ethical principles, noting that Nigeria has the human capital needed for success but lacks the institutional integrity […]
President Tinubu Approves Electric Vehicle Rollout in North-East to Cut Transport Costs
President Bola Tinubu has approved the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) in Nigeria’s North-East region as part of an initiative to reduce transportation costs. This was revealed by Mohammed Alkali, CEO of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), during a briefing with state house correspondents. The move aligns with the commission’s plans to set up […]
Minister David Umahi Emphasizes Commitment to Federal Civil Service Strategy
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has highlighted the necessity of fully implementing the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP25). Speaking at a one-day Management Retreat on FCSSIP25 in Abuja, Umahi, represented by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Yakubu Adams Kofarmata, affirmed the Ministry’s commitment to spearheading the initiative and supporting the […]
LG Polls: Gov. Fubara Declares Public Holidays, Imposes Movement Ban
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has declared October 3 and 4, 2024, as public holidays to allow residents to return to their communities for the upcoming local government elections on Saturday, October 5. He also imposed a ban on vehicular movement from midnight on Friday, October 4, until 5:00 p.m. on Election Day. During […]
