Tag: #Governance
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ANAMBRA SPEAKER UDEZE HAILS SOLUDO RE-ELECTION AS A COLLECTIVE VICTORY
Somtochukwu Udeze, Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, congratulated Governor Charles Soludo on his re-election victory, calling it a testament to Soludo’s good governance and the people’s unwavering support. Udeze praised his Ogbaru constituency for backing the governor and pledged continued support to help realize Soludo’s vision for the state. He emphasized that…
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KOGI GOVERNOR UNVEILS ₦820.49 BILLION 2026 BUDGET TO BOOST SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has presented an ambitious draft budget of ₦820.49 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, marking a 35.7% increase over the revised 2025 budget. The budget, dubbed “Shared Prosperity,” focuses on boosting internal revenue, enhancing debt recovery, fostering a business-friendly environment, deepening public-private partnerships, and ensuring the completion of key…
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SIMINALAYI FUBARA CHARGES NEW RIVERS SSG BENIBO ANABRABA TO SERVE WITH HONOUR
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged newly sworn-in Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Benibo Anabraba, to uphold honour and protect the state’s interests while in office. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony in Port Harcourt, Fubara congratulated Anabraba and emphasized that the position is one of great respect and responsibility. He stressed that…
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TINUBU PRESIDES OVER POLICE COUNCIL, GREENLIGHTS MAJOR REFORMS FOR NPF
President Bola Tinubu chaired a crucial meeting of the Nigeria Police Council, approving a robust institutional framework to accelerate reforms in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Key among decisions is boosting funding for the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) by removing its six-year sunset clause and doubling its statutory deduction from 0.5% to 1% of…
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SON LAUNCHES ISO 37003:2025 TO FIGHT GLOBAL FRAUD
New fraud control standard aims to protect billions lost annually and boost trust. The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) unveiled ISO 37003:2025, the world’s first international fraud control management system standard, addressing prevention, early detection, and response to fraud. SON Chairman Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor emphasized fraud’s rising global toll of $4.7 trillion annually, worsened by…
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GOV. OKPEBHOLO REAFFIRMS PARTNERSHIP WITH EDO DIASPORA TO DRIVE INVESTMENT AND GROWTH
Global collaboration fuels Edo’s sustainable development and innovation. Governor Monday Okpebholo emphasized fostering strong ties with Edo indigenes abroad at the “Edo State Global Investment Summit 2025” in Glasgow. Showcasing achievements like school renovations and infrastructure projects, he called for unity and practical governance to turn global funding into local impact. A $250 million investment…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU ENDS RIVERS STATE EMERGENCY, ORDERS GOVERNMENT TO RESUME
Peace has returned in Rivers, and the President is calling for a swift return to normalcy. President Bola Tinubu announced the end of the State of Emergency in Rivers State, praising the restoration of peace and order. He directed Governor Fubara, his deputy, and the State Assembly to resume duties from Thursday, marking a move…
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FORMER RIVERS GOV OMEHIA OPPOSES STATE POLICE, CALLS FOR ELECTORAL REFORMS
Warns state police could be abused by governors, proposes elected INEC leadership and fiscal federalism. Sir Celestine Omehia argues against state police in Nigeria, citing governors’ incompetence and risk of political misuse during elections. In his new book, he advocates for retaining INEC but making its leadership elected and constitutionally funded for true independence. Omehia…
