Category: Governance
Federal Government Cancels Road Expansion Contracts for Obajana-Benin Highway
In a decisive move, the federal government has terminated road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for specific sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. This action was taken due to significant project delays and the contractors’ failure to meet performance expectations. The contracts in question—6136…
Demolition of Illegal Shanties and Kiosks Begins Along Lekki-Ajah Expressway
Date: July 1, 2024 Today, the Monitoring and Compliance team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (@Lawma_gov), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (@LAGESCOfficial), commenced the demolition of illegal shanties and kiosks in Sangotedo, Lakowe, Awoyaya, and other locations along the Lekki-Ajah expressway. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to maintain…
Court Issues Order Preventing Removal of Two District Heads Amid Sokoto Emirate Bill Dispute
In the midst of an ongoing conflict over the proposed law regarding traditional institutions in Sokoto State, the state’s High Court has intervened, issuing a directive to prevent Governor Ahmed Aliyu from removing two of the 15 district heads his administration had previously deposed. This judicial order came following individual requests from Alhaji Buhari Tambuwal…
BREAKING NEWS: Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, Seeks Transfer of EFCC Case to Kogi State
In a significant legal maneuver, former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has formally requested the transfer of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) case against him to Kogi State. The request was made on the grounds that the alleged offences were committed during his tenure as governor of the state. Mr. Bello, who…
Senate Calls Urgent Session to Review President Tinubu’s Supplementary Budget Proposal
The Nigerian Senate has announced an urgent session scheduled for tomorrow to review President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s supplementary budget proposal for the 2024 fiscal year. This special session will address critical budgetary matters, including a formal proposal for acquiring a new presidential aircraft, anticipated to be presented within a Supplementary Appropriation Bill. Members of Congress,…
Sokoto State House of Assembly to Hold Public Hearing on Sultanate Council Law Amendment
The Sokoto State House of Assembly has announced a public hearing on the proposed amendment to the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law. This significant event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 2nd July 2024, at 2:30 pm in the Mini Chamber of the Assembly Complex. The hearing, organized by the House of Assembly’s dedicated committee,…
HRH Aminu Ado Bayero Wins Case Against Kano State Government
Kano, Nigeria — June 13, 2024 — In a landmark ruling, the Kano State High Court has ordered the Kano State government to pay N10 million in damages to His Royal Highness Aminu Ado Bayero. The court found that the state government breached Bayero’s fundamental rights, personal liberty, and freedom of movement following the governor’s…
Nigerian Legislators Advocate for New Aircraft for Tinubu and Shettima
Abuja, Nigeria — June 13, 2024 — The House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence has urged the federal government to promptly acquire new aircraft for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. This recommendation follows a detailed report from the committee’s technical subcommittee, which assessed the condition and safety of the…
AWOOF Announces Generous Cash Giveaway for Salah Festival
Ijebu East, Ogun State — June 13, 2024 — The AWOOF (Alhaji Waliu Owode Oloogun-Ebi Foundation), an NGO dedicated to community development and service, has announced a substantial cash giveaway to mark the upcoming Salah festival. Renowned for its efforts to alleviate poverty in Ogun State through skills acquisition, scholarships, bursaries, and various empowerment initiatives,…
President Tinubu Announces Draft Legislation for Unified Minimum Wage in Nationwide Broadcast
Abuja, Nigeria — June 10, 2024 — In a nationwide broadcast commemorating the 25th anniversary of Nigeria’s democracy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced that his administration is finalizing a draft legislation for a unified minimum wage. The bill will be presented to the National Assembly for approval in the near future. During his address, President…