Category: #Governance
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ANAMBRA STEPS IN OVER ALLEGED ASSAULT OF JSS3 GIRL
State government promises justice as police detain guardian over shocking abuse claims. The Anambra State Government has moved swiftly to address the alleged assault of a JSS3 student, Miracle Amah, of Community Secondary School, Agulu, assuring that justice will be served. The case came to light when the student arrived at school with fresh burns…
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FG DOUBLES DOWN ON ENDING AVOIDABLE BLINDNESS
With most vision loss in Nigeria preventable, the Federal Government says eye care is now a development priority. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ending avoidable blindness and expanding inclusive eye health services nationwide. The pledge was made in Abuja as the Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, launched SightQuest Nigeria,…
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NCDC MOURNS VICTIMS OF NORTH-CENTRAL ATTACKS, STANDS WITH KWARA, NIGER, BENUE
Grief, outrage and a renewed call for coordinated action as deadly attacks rock communities across the region. The North Central Development Commission (NCDC) has expressed deep sorrow over recent terrorist attacks in Kwara, Niger and Benue states, describing the incidents as heartbreaking and unacceptable. In a statement on Thursday, the Commission said it was particularly…
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82 KURMIN WALI WORSHIPPERS FREED, KADUNA PROMISES OTHERS WILL FOLLOW
Relief and hope as abducted church members regain freedom, but the rescue mission isn’t over yet. Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has confirmed the release of 82 worshippers kidnapped during the January 18 attack on Kurmin Wali village in Kajuru LGA — calling it a major boost to ongoing security operations in the state. The…
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PRIVACY FIRST: NDPC RALLIES NIGERIA ON ETHICS IN THE DIGITAL AGE
As AI and big data reshape the economy, stakeholders say trust, ethics and teamwork must come first. Stakeholders across Nigeria’s digital ecosystem have called for stronger collaboration, ethical governance and public trust as the country deepens its digital transformation. The message came through loud and clear at the National Data Privacy Summit organised by the…
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LAGOS ASSEMBLY LAUNCHES FULL AUDIT OF 57 LGs, LCDAs
All eyes on grassroots spending as lawmakers move to tighten accountability. The Lagos State House of Assembly has kicked off a comprehensive audit of accounts for all 20 LGAs and 37 LCDAs, signalling a tougher stance on transparency and prudent use of public funds at the local level. Opening the exercise in Ikeja, Prince Nureni…
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NIGER STATE LAUNCHES FREE CANCER DIAGNOSTICS, EXPANDS HPV VACCINATION
Early detection and prevention take center stage in fight against cancer. The Niger State Government has approved free cancer diagnostic services at designated public health facilities, aiming to tackle late diagnoses that contribute to thousands of cancer deaths each year. The announcement was made by Health Commissioner Dr. Murtala Muhammad-Bagana during the 2026 World Cancer…
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NIGERIA SAVES ₦6TN IN FUEL IMPORTS AMID DOWNSTREAM REFORMS
Bold economic moves and deregulation are reshaping Nigeria’s fuel sector. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says full downstream deregulation and forex reforms have saved Nigeria over ₦6 trillion in fuel import losses in the first nine months of 2025. Speaking at the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2026 in Abuja, NMDPRA…
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LAGOS-CALABAR HIGHWAY: A GAME-CHANGER FOR SOUTHERN ECONOMY
Former lawmaker backs Tinubu’s mega-road, calls critics “misleading.” Ex-House of Reps member, Oghene Egoh, has hailed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a vital infrastructure project set to boost trade, business, and connectivity across the South-West, South-South, and South-East. Egoh dismissed claims that the 700km highway is wasteful, describing such criticism as unfounded. He highlighted that…
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SOUTHEAST UNVEILS 25-YEAR DEVELOPMENT BLUEPRINT AS SHETTIMA LAUNCHES VISION 2050
VP Shettima pledges jobs, infrastructure, and diaspora investment for regional growth. Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday in Enugu inaugurated a 25-year development blueprint for the South-East, calling the region a key pillar of Nigeria’s economic future. As part of the plan, President Bola Tinubu approved the creation of the South East Investment Company Ltd, designed…
