Category: Governance
Ogun State Declares August 20th as Public Holiday for Isese Day Celebration
Abeokuta, Ogun State — The Ogun State Government has officially declared Tuesday, August 20th, as a public holiday in observance of this year’s Isese Day, reaffirming its commitment to religious inclusivity under the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun. In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode…
House Committee Inspects Proposed Kara Market Relocation Site in Ogere
Ogere, Ogun State — The Ogun State House Committee on Agriculture and Environment, accompanied by representatives from the Ministries of Agriculture and Environment, as well as stakeholders from Kara Market, conducted an inspection of the proposed relocation site for the Kara Market in Ogere. The site is intended to house the market, which is currently…
President Tinubu Approves New Appointments to TETFund Board Amid NELFUND Disbursements
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the quality of tertiary education in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of several distinguished Nigerians to the board of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). The newly appointed members are: This announcement comes at a pivotal time when the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has…
Nigerian Education Loan Fund Expands Reach with New Onboarding of State-Owned Institutions
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELF) continues to make significant strides in its mission to provide accessible financial aid to students across the country. As of the latest update, a total of 86 state-owned institutions have been successfully onboarded onto the NELF portal, expanding the reach and impact of the student loan program. In a…
Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun Government Warns Allottees Against Reselling Land
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has issued a stern warning to allottees of the Ibara Regeneration Scheme, prohibiting the resale of allocated land. This directive aims to ensure that the purpose of the scheme is not compromised. At a stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Housing, Jagunmolu Jamiu Omoniyi,…
President Tinubu Assures Citizens of Economic Recovery Amid Engagement with Traditional Rulers
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that the nation’s economy is on a gradual but steady path to recovery, assuring citizens that his administration is committed to addressing their needs more effectively. This statement was made during a meeting with traditional rulers at the State House on Thursday, led by the Sultan of…
BREAKING: Lagos State Tops Climate Governance Performance Ranking
Lagos, Nigeria – In a remarkable achievement, Lagos State has secured the first position in the Climate Governance Performance ranking among the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This ranking was conducted by the Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Society for Planet & Prosperity. This accolade is attributed to the…
House of Representatives Calls for Suspension of NMDPRA Chief Executive Amid Investigation
Abuja, Nigeria – In a decisive move, the House of Representatives has called for the suspension of the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Authority (NMDPRA) pending a thorough investigation into allegations against the Authority. The decision came after Honorable Esosa Iyawe raised a motion of urgent public importance regarding the need…
National Assembly Approves Amendment to Finance Act, Introducing 70% Tax on Banks’ FX Profits
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant legislative move, the National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Finance Act that imposes a 70% tax on substantial foreign exchange (FX) profits earned by banks in 2023. The decision was finalized on Tuesday during the plenary sessions of both chambers, following the review of the Joint National…
President Tinubu Signs North West Development Commission Bill into Law
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially approved and enacted the North West Development Commission Bill, creating a new body aimed at addressing the development needs of the North West zone. The announcement was made by Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, during an evening meeting at his office within the…