Category: #Governance
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RIVERS GOV FUBARA DUMPS PDP, JOINS APC IN MASSIVE SOUTH-SOUTH WAVE
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara just shocked the political scene, officially ditching the PDP for the ruling APC during a fiery stakeholders’ meeting in Port Harcourt—ending months of speculation after a hush-hush visit to President Tinubu in Abuja. Fubara told supporters it’s time for full-throated support, not “backyard” backing: “We can’t support Tinubu if we…
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OGUN STATE ALARMED BY 502 GBV CASES IN 11 MONTHS
Ogun State’s Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development dropped a chilling stat during Tuesday’s 16 Days of Activism walk in Abeokuta: 502 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to November, signaling a crisis hitting women, girls, and vulnerable folks hard. Commissioner Mrs. Adijat Adeleye called the numbers “deeply troubling,” with 120 at Sexual Assault Referral…
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CROSS RIVER SERVANTS GET 20-DAY HOLIDAY LEAVE FOR EPIC CHRISTMAS FEAST
Cross River State government is spreading major holiday cheer, granting all civil and public servants a generous 20-day leave from December 15, 2025, to January 5, 2026, so they can fully soak up Christmas and New Year celebrations with family and friends. Signed by Head of Service Mr. Orok Okon in circular Ref: GO/HOS/4/Vol.II1/277, the…
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SENATE MOVES TO CLASSIFY KIDNAPPING AS TERRORISM WITH DEATH PENALTY BILL
The Nigerian Senate has taken a bold step by passing for second reading a bill that designates kidnapping, hostage-taking, and related offences as acts of terrorism, pushing for the death penalty without any alternative sentences. Sponsored by Senate Leader Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele and backed by 108 senators, the bill highlights the alarming rise of organised,…
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ERUKU EXPLODES IN JOY AS 38 ABDUCTED WORSHIPPERS RETURN HOME
After two agonizing weeks in captivity, 38 worshippers from Eruku in Kwara State’s Ekiti LGA made a triumphant return Tuesday evening, sparking massive celebrations as families reunited amid songs, prayers, and tears of relief. The group, who received top medical care in Ilorin courtesy of the Federal Government, Kwara State, and the National Security Adviser,…
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OGUN UNVEILS N1.67TRN 2026 BUDGET FOR MASSIVE INFRASTRUCTURE PUSH
Governor Dapo Abiodun just dropped Ogun State’s bold N1.67 trillion budget proposal a whopping 63% jump from 2025 aiming to supercharge infrastructure, jobs, and revenue under the ISEYA pillars. Capital spending dominates at N1.044 trillion (63%), with Infrastructure grabbing N526.15 billion (32%), Education N275.40 billion (17%), and Health N210.59 billion (13%). Funding comes from N509.88…
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TINUBU SWEEPS IN FIVE NEW PERMANENT SECRETARIES TO BOOST FEDERAL SERVICE
On Wednesday at the State House in Abuja, President Bola Tinubu officially swore in five fresh Permanent Secretaries, filling key gaps in the federal civil service just before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting kicked off. Joining them was Aminu Yusuf, the new Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), along with two commissioners. The…
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LAGOS CELEBRATES YOUNG QUIZ CHAMPS
Brains, buzzers, and big wins — Lagos turned knowledge into celebration as its brightest students took centre stage. It was applause all around as the Governor’s Milestone Quiz Competition winners received their prizes in Lagos. The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, joined by LASRAB’s former DG Mrs. Ogunlana Toyin and current…
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IMO STATE VOWS ZERO FGM BY 2030 – WOMEN’S RIGHTS TRIUMPH
Imo State Government just doubled down on wiping out Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) by 2030, sealing the deal with a communique and public pledges at a fiery stakeholders’ forum in Owerri on Wednesday. Teaming with UNFPA, WHO, traditional rulers, and more, they’re turning the tide against this brutal violation of girls’ health and dignity. Governor…
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EMPOWERING ABILITY, NOT DISABILITY
A warm handshake, a smile of hope, and cash support to boost dreams — Plateau’s First Lady is putting action behind inclusion. Plateau State First Lady, Helen Mutfwang, lit up Jos on World Disability Day as she handed financial empowerment support to persons with disabilities under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). Standing beside her, Commissioner…
