Category: Governance
Federal Government Allocates N47.5 Billion to Upgrade 50 Senior Secondary Schools Nationwide
Koton Karfe, Kogi State — The Federal Government has allocated N47.5 billion for the initial phase of upgrading 50 selected senior secondary schools across the country. This announcement was made by Dr. Iyela Ajayi, the Executive Secretary of the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC), during the groundbreaking ceremony at Government Science Secondary School (GSSC)…
Ogun State Leads in Minimum Wage Implementation: Governor Abiodun Pledges Swift Action
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced that his administration is working tirelessly to implement the new minimum wage for state workers, signaling that Ogun will not lag behind in this initiative. This commitment was made during a meeting with the leadership of organized labor at the Governor’s Office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun emphasized…
Katsina SSA Digital Media, Isah Miqdad, to Present Fully Funded Scholarships and Bursaries to Local Students
Honorable Isah Miqdad, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Digital Media to Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State, has announced the upcoming presentation of fully sponsored scholarship and bursary awards to students in Katsina Local Government. In a statement, Miqdad emphasized the administration’s commitment to supporting education during these challenging times, particularly for disadvantaged…
Flood Crisis: President Tinubu Dispatches VP Shettima to Maiduguri as City Faces Severe Flooding
President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to urgently travel to Maiduguri, Borno State, to assess and respond to the devastating flood that has overtaken the city. The order came as heavy rains and the collapse of a spillway at Alau Dam have caused severe flooding across Maiduguri, displacing residents and affecting key…
Lagos State Government Sued Over Alleged $100 Million Payment by Aliko Dangote for Ibeju-Lekki Land
The Lagos State Government has been taken to the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, following a lawsuit seeking transparency regarding a recent claim by Alhaji Aliko Dangote that he made a payment of $100 million to the government for land. The lawsuit demands that the state disclose details surrounding the alleged transaction, including how…
Chief Ajuri Ngelale Takes Indefinite Leave to Address Family Medical Issues
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, has announced that he will be taking an indefinite leave of absence to focus on pressing personal medical matters affecting his family. In a statement released today, Ngelale explained his decision to step away from his duties following consultations with his family…
“We Will Give Them Necessary Support and Training to Engage Criminals Before the Arrival of Security Agents” — Radda
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has announced a new initiative aimed at empowering communities to defend themselves against bandits, kidnappers, and other criminal elements. The governor emphasized the importance of local involvement in safeguarding rural areas, particularly those far from the reach of immediate security forces. “We have come up with an initiative that…
“We Must Take Hard Decisions to Pave the Way for a Better Future” – President Tinubu Hails ‘Very Successful’ China Visit
Beijing, China — President Bola Tinubu has described his official visit to China as “very good and successful,” emphasizing the strong strides made in strengthening cooperation in infrastructure, trade, finance, energy, green economy, and mining. Speaking to members of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) and the Nigerian community in China on Friday at the…
Nigeria Joins Global Directory to Boost Passport Ranking and Border Security
Montreal, Canada — Nigeria has officially enrolled in the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Public Key Directory (PKD) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), a major move designed to elevate the country’s global passport ranking, ease international travel, and strengthen internal security measures. This announcement was made by Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, during the Country…
Kwara Governor Introduces Free Bus Service to Ease Transportation Amid Rising Fuel Prices
Ilorin, Kwara State – In response to the recent surge in fuel prices, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has directed the immediate deployment of free buses across various parts of the state capital to ease the transportation burden on commuters. Announcing the initiative on Thursday, the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, stated that the…