Tag: #GoodGovernance
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KANO LAUNCHES POLICE DUTY SOLICITOR SCHEME TO EXPAND ACCESS TO JUSTICE
The Kano State Government has launched the Police Duty Solicitor Scheme (PDSS), a new initiative designed to improve access to legal representation and strengthen the administration of criminal justice in the state. Speaking at the scheme’s onboarding session in Kano, Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Kabiru-Maude, described the programme as a major reform aimed…
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EU-FUNDED PROJECT TRAINS KATSINA OFFICIALS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC SERVICE DELIVERY
Officials from Katsina State and selected local government areas are undergoing a two-day training programme aimed at improving public service delivery, transparency and accountability in governance. The training, organised under the European Union-funded Conflict Prevention, Crisis Preparedness and Response for Resilience (CPCRR) project, is designed to equip participants with practical skills for responsive and people-centred…
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INEC UURGES TRANSPARENCY, PEACEFUL CONDUCT AHEAD OF ONDO SOUTH BY-ELECTION
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on political parties and other stakeholders to ensure transparency and peaceful conduct before, during, and after the Ondo South Senatorial District by-election scheduled for June 20. Speaking during the distribution of sensitive electoral materials in Akure, Ondo State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, urged stakeholders to…
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VP SHETTIMA COMMISSIONS EFCC EKITI OFFICE, PLEDGES STRONGER BACKING FOR ANTI-GRAFT WAR
The EFCC brings anti-corruption services closer to the people of Ekiti and Ondo states with the inauguration of its new Ekiti Zonal Directorate. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, vice president Shettima said the facility represents a strategic investment in Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive and aligns with the Tinubu administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He highlighted some of…
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NHRC SEEKS STRONGER STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION ON HUMAN RIGHTS ACTION PLAN
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for stronger collaboration among government agencies, civil society groups and other stakeholders to support the implementation of Nigeria’s National Action Plan (NAP) 2024–2026 on human rights. The call was made during a consultative meeting held in Lokoja, where participants discussed coordinated efforts to improve human rights protection…
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PRP WELCOMES BABA-AHMED, HAILS “NEW DAWN” FOR PARTY
The Peoples Redemption Party is rolling out the red carpet for a big political heavyweight—and calling it a fresh start for Nigeria’s future. Abuja, April 30, 2026 — The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially welcomed former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, into its ranks. In a statement, the party described his defection as…
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EDO GOVT DISOWNS AIDE OVER THREATS TO OPPOSITION
The Edo Government has distanced itself from a viral video where an aide to Gov. Monday Okpebholo, Emmanuel Eghogho, allegedly threatened opposition figures, including Peter Obi. Commissioner for Information, Kassim Afegbua, said the comments are personal and do not reflect government policy, stressing that the administration rejects political intimidation. He added that Edo remains focused…
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INSECURITY: ‘GUNS ALONE WON’T FIX IT’ — EXPERT URGES NEW APPROACH
Peace advocate Rafiu Lawal says rising insecurity across the country highlights the limits of military force and the need for broader, non-kinetic solutions. Speaking in Abuja, the Executive Director of Building Blocks for Peace Foundation noted that despite military gains, banditry, terrorism, and communal clashes persist. According to him, the root causes—poverty, unemployment, injustice, and…
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KADUNA PAYS ₦2.85BN COMPENSATION FOR ROAD PROJECTS
Kaduna says development must not hurt citizens and backs it up with billions paid to communities affected by road construction. The Kaduna State Government has disbursed ₦2.85 billion as compensation to residents impacted by ongoing road projects across the state. The Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency, Abdullahi Baba-Ahmed, said the payments reflect…
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PROCUREMENT REFORMS KEY TO NIGERIA’S GROWTH — BPP BOSS
Nigeria could unlock trillions in savings and rebuild public trust — if procurement rules are followed strictly. The Bureau of Public Procurement is pushing for stricter compliance and major reforms to transform government spending into real national development. At a capacity-building event in Lagos, BPP Director-General Dr Adedokun Adebowale told procurement officers to lead by…
