Category: #Governance
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KADUNA STATE MOVES TO ESTABLISH SAFE SPACES IN SCHOOLS FOR GIRLS’ PROTECTION AND EMPOWERMENT
Kaduna is taking steps to make schools safer and more inclusive for girls! The State House of Assembly has begun the process to pass a bill that will create and regulate safe spaces in schools, boosting girl-child enrolment, retention, and empowerment. The proposed law will protect students from harassment, promote inclusivity, and ensure schools have…
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NIGERIA LAUNCHES MOTiON TO TACKLE POVERTY THROUGH COLLECTIVE ACTION
Over 139 million Nigerians live in poverty, but a new movement is rising! MOTiON, the Movement for the Transformation of Nigeria, unites citizens and advocacy groups to fight social and institutional poverty through democracy, accountability, and reforms. Launched during the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty with a nationwide #PotsAndPans protest, MOTiON calls for…
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EDITORS SHIFT ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO NOVEMBER 12-13 — TINUBU CONFIRMS ATTENDANCE AS SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOUR
Nigeria’s top editors will converge on Abuja this November for what promises to be one of the country’s most consequential conversations on democracy, governance, and national unity with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu billed to declare the event open. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has announced a new date for its flagship event — the…
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NIGERIA’S DRIVE TO BOOST AI LITERACY IN SCHOOLS TAKES A MAJOR STEP FORWARD
Nigeria is stepping up its game! With a new focus on AI, the government and educators are working to ensure students and teachers are equipped for the future, making AI literacy a top priority in the education system. Education experts are calling for early AI training for students and teachers, emphasizing that AI should be…
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NIGERIA’S INFLATION HITS THREE-YEAR LOW AT 18.02% IN SEPTEMBER
Good news for Nigerians! Inflation has dropped for six straight months, reaching its lowest point in three years, thanks to strong monetary policies and improved food supplies. The Central Bank Governor, Yemi Cardoso, revealed that Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 18.02% in September 2025, down from a peak of 34.19% in mid-2024. Food inflation slowed…
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TONY ELUMELU URGES AFRICA TO UNLOCK $4 TRILLION IN PENSION FUNDS TO POWER GROWTH
Africa is sitting on a goldmine! Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and UBA, calls on governments to tap into their huge pension funds and fix the energy crisis to drive inclusive growth and innovation. Speaking at the UBA white paper launch in Washington, Elumelu stressed that trillions in African pension assets are stuck in…
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GOOGLE AND NIGERIA LAUNCH AI TRAINING PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC SERVANTS
Nigeria’s public servants are getting a digital boost! Google and the Ministry of Communications team up to roll out the Apolitical Government AI Campus, empowering civil servants with AI skills to transform governance. The initiative offers practical online courses, expert sessions, and global peer learning on AI fundamentals, ethical use, and leadership. Minister Dr. Bosun…
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RIVERS STATE CANCELS ₦134 BILLION SECRETARIAT CONTRACT, ORDERS REFUND FROM CCECC
Rivers State is hitting reset! The Executive Council has revoked a huge ₦134 billion contract awarded for renovating the state secretariat, citing procedural lapses and safety concerns. The contract, given to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) during emergency rule under former administrator Vice Admiral Ibas, has been cancelled. The council, led by Governor Siminalayi…
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SEN. NED NWOKO WINS BEST PERFORMING SENATOR OF THE YEAR AT DEMOCRACY HEROES AWARD AFRICA 2025
Delta North’s Sen. Ned Nwoko shines bright! Honoured as the Best Performing Senator, he stands out for impactful legislation and genuine service to his people. Senator Ned Nwoko triumphed over strong competition to clinch the “Best Performing Senator of the Year” at the 2025 Democracy Heroes Award Africa. Celebrated for his people-focused bills, quality motions,…
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FCTA DEMOLISHES 11 ILLEGAL HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS IN APO-DUTSE OVER SAFETY AND REGULATORY VIOLATIONS
Safety first! The FCTA took decisive action by demolishing 11 buildings in Apo-Dutse, Abuja, that were illegally constructed under high-tension power lines and on water channels, despite numerous warnings and rejection of building plans. The Director of Development Control, Mukhtar Galadima, explained that these buildings posed severe safety and environmental risks. The developers ignored all…
