Category: #Governance
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ABIA FIRST LADY DONATES 35 HOUSES TO INDIGENT WIDOWS ACROSS 17 LGAs
The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Mrs Priscilla Otti, has handed over 35 newly built three-bedroom bungalows to indigent widows across the 17 local government areas of the state. The houses were delivered under the “Dignity Homes” initiative, which aims to improve the living conditions of vulnerable citizens and restore dignity and hope…
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IKORODU RESIDENTS CALL FOR SPEEDY COMPLETION OF ASOLO BRIDGE PROJECT
Residents of Agbede community in Ikorodu, Lagos State, are calling for the urgent completion of the ongoing Asolo Bridge project following recent damage worsened by heavy rainfall. During a visit to the area, residents and road users expressed concern over the condition of the construction site, saying it now poses safety risks to motorists, traders,…
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DEMENTIA: GOVT OFFICIAL ADVOCATES IMPROVED PUBLICITY, EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND IMPROVED CARE
Dr Nicholas Baamlong, Plateau’s Commissioner for Health, says dementia is a disease, not a curse, urging greater public awareness, early diagnosis and improved care for affected persons. Baamlong said this on Tuesday May 26 in Jos, when he briefed newsmen to commemorate the 2026 Dementia Africa Week. He described dementia as a medical condition that…
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EID-EL-KABIR: TINUBU ASSURES NIGERIANS OF IMPROVED SECURITY, ECONOMIC STABILITY
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the reforms initiated by his administration will continue to deliver improved security, economic stability, and greater prosperity across the country. He gave the assurance in his 2026 Eid-el-Kabir message released on Tuesday May 26 ahead of Wednesday’s celebration. The president acknowledged the security challenges still confronting parts of…
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OYO KIDNAP TRAGEDY FORCES POSTPONEMENT OF ALAO-AKALA’S POSTHUMOUS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
The family of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Adebayo Alao-Akala, has announced the indefinite postponement of his posthumous birthday celebration, as well as the planned unveiling of the Alao-Akala Transformation Movement (ATM), following the recent kidnapping of teachers and students(children) and the killing of one of the teachers in the state. The event,…
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ODODO CELEBRATES NIKE DAVIES-OKUNDAYE AT 75, HAILS HER GLOBAL IMPACT IN ARTS AND CULTURE
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has congratulated renowned Nigerian artist and cultural icon, Mrs Nike Davies-Okundaye, on her 75th birthday. In a statement, the governor described her as one of Kogi State’s greatest cultural ambassadors, praising her lifelong contributions to African art, culture, and youth empowerment. He noted that her work in textile design, painting,…
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KADUNA GOVT MOVES TO REVIVE SPORTS, UPGRADE FACILITIES AND GRASSROOTS TALENT
The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reviving the state’s sports sector under Governor Uba Sani, with ongoing efforts to upgrade facilities and strengthen grassroots talent development. The State Director of Sports, Mrs Mary Vayin, says renovation work has already begun at the stadium to improve training and competition conditions for athletes. She…
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IBEJU-LEKKI LG OFFERS FREE EID-EL-KABIR BUS RIDES FOR RESIDENTS
Residents of Ibeju-Lekki heading home for Eid-el-Kabir will get free transportation support from the local government this week. The Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki LGA, Abdullahi Sesan-Olowa, said the council will provide free bus rides from CMS Bus Stop and Ikorodu Garage to Ibeju-Lekki beginning from Tuesday, May 26. According to the council, the initiative is aimed…
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PRESIDENCY DENIES REPORT ON PLAN TO RENAME NIGERIA, SCRAP SHARIA LAW
The Presidency has dismissed a viral report claiming that President Bola Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria and abolish Sharia Law in northern states. In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga described the report as false and misleading, saying it is aimed at creating tension and confusion in the country. He also denied claims about a…
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TINUBU COMMENDS NDLEA OVER MAJOR TRANSBORDER DRUG BUST
President Bola Tinubu has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for a major breakthrough in dismantling a transborder drug trafficking network. The operation reportedly targeted a Nigerian-Mexican syndicate following weeks of intelligence-led coordination with international security partners. Several arrests were made, including foreign nationals and local collaborators, while illicit drugs and chemicals worth…
