17 h. ago Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At a critical roundtable focused on implementing the Zaria Declaration on Strengthening Local Governance and Empowering Traditional Institutions, key stakeholders have issued an urgent call for the National Assembly to take immediate legislative action on constituency projects. They emphasised the pressing need to establish a robust legal framework to regulate constituency […] The post Stakeholders urge NASS to legalize constituency projects, push for LG autonomy, support traditional institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Delta Communities Protest, Give Govt Ultimatum Over Abandoned Roads

Hundreds of youths from Ukala-Okwute, Ezi, Ebu, and Ukala-Okpunor in Oshimili North and Aniocha North local government areas yesterday protested in Asaba over bad roads. They issued a 30-day ultimatum to the Delta State government to commence construction on the abandoned Ukala-Okwute-Ezi-Ebu-Ukala Okpunor Road. Under the umbrella of Concerned Youth for Good Governance (CYGG), they […]

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69 h. ago Kaduna Tertiary Institutions Union Threatens Indefinite Strike

The Joint Union of Tertiary Institutions of Kaduna State (JUTIKS) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the state government over what it described as the non-implementation of key agreements, warning that an indefinite strike will commence on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, if their demands were not met. JUTIKS, which comprises the academic and non-academic staff […]

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5 d. ago Commission Demotes Magistrate For Misconduct, Promotes 97 Staff

Borno State Judicial Service Commission has taken disciplinary action against a magistrate for misconduct and promoted 97 staff members. Magistrate Yusuf Garba of Chief Magistrate Court 4 in Wulari, Maiduguri, was demoted for misdirecting government revenue of N100,000. A statement issued to journalists yesterday in Maiduguri by the acting secretary of the State’s Judicial Service […]

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5 d. ago Osun People ‘ll Punish APC For ‘Deliberately Withholding’ LG Allocations, Says State Gov’t

The Osun State Government has accused the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating the illegal withholding of local government allocations in the state, warning that Osun people will “harshly punish” the APC at the polls for what it described as an “inhuman” act. In a statement issued on Sunday, the spokesperson to Governor Ademola […]

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6 d. ago Kano Gov sacks two aides over drug baron’s bail, diversion of pallatives

From Desmond Mgboh Kano State Govermor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the immediate dismissal of two Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) following damning findings from investigative committees probing separate cases of misconduct. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Secretary to the State Government,  Umar Farouk Ibrahim. Those dismissed are Abubakar Umar […] The post Kano Gov sacks two aides over drug baron’s bail, diversion of pallatives appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago eHealth Africa, Stakeholders Set Pathway For Local Investment To Sustain Digital Health

eHealth Africa, alongside key stakeholders from government, non-governmental organisations, innovators, donors, and community representatives, has issued a bold call for increased local investment to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of digital health solutions in Africa. This critical call was made at the just-concluded Insights Learning Forum (ILF) 2025 held in Abuja, under the theme, “Local […]

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8 d. ago We haven’t abandoned you, minister tells Nigerian pastor incarcerated in Benin Republic

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has told a Nigerian pastor, Benjamin Egbaji, incarcerated in the Republic of Benin, that the Nigerian government has not abandoned him. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, according to a statement issued by her Special Assistant on Communication and New Media, Magnus Eze, stated this when she […] The post We haven’t abandoned you, minister tells Nigerian pastor incarcerated in Benin Republic appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG directs MDAs on strict compliance to equipment leasing procedure

Tribune Online FG directs MDAs on strict compliance to equipment leasing procedure The Federal Government, through the Equipment Leasing Registration Authority (ELRA), has issued a mandatory compliance directive to all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) regarding equipment leasing procedures and documentation in the country. The directive was contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Abuja and signed by the Registrar/CEO of ELRA, Donald […] FG directs MDAs on strict compliance to equipment leasing procedure Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Gov Nwifuru Orders Inspection Of Vehicles Allocated To Gov’t Officials

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru has directed physical inspection of all official vehicles allocated to all government functionaries in the state. The affected officials include commissioners, special assistants, senior special assistants, permanent secretaries and members of boards and commissions. Secretary to the State Government, Prof Grace Umezuruike, who issued the directive said the governor equally […]

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9 d. ago Fake Fertiliser: Bauchi Warns Saboteurs, Introduces New Packs

The chairman of the Bauchi State Fertiliser Blending Company, Barr. Kefas Musa Magaji , has revealed the introduction of new packs for fertiliser aimed at tackling the issues of fake fertiliser in circulation in the state. He commended Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed for his unwavering commitment to ensuring fertiliser availability in the state, which is […]

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9 d. ago JOHESU warns FG over unmet demands, threatens industrial action

By Doris Obinna The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has issued a stern warning to the Federal Government over its failure to meet long-standing demands, particularly regarding salary adjustments and implementation of key reforms. The warning follows a series of high-level meetings held between July 30 and August 1, 2025, involving JOHESU leadership and officials […] The post JOHESU warns FG over unmet demands, threatens industrial action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Flooding: Lagos govt issues warning to residents in Lekki, Ikorodu

A fresh warning has been issued by the Lagos government to residents in parts of Lekki, Ikorodu, and Ajegunle following the recent heavy rainfall in the state. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab advised those residing in the aforementioned locations to relocate to the highlands to avoid being victims of flooding. […] The post Flooding: Lagos govt issues warning to residents in Lekki, Ikorodu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 100 Missing After Flash Flood Washes Out Indian Himalayan Town

The roaring waters tore down a narrow mountain valley, demolishing buildings as the flood barreled into the town of Dharali in Uttarakhand state. The post 100 Missing After Flash Flood Washes Out Indian Himalayan Town appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago We can’t address LG autonomy without addressing constitutional joint account – Expert

The International Training Research and Advocacy Project (ITRAP) says Nigeria cannot address the issue of local government autonomy without first read more We can’t address LG autonomy without addressing constitutional joint account – Expert

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1 week ago Nigerian universities will continue to produce graduates unfit for labour market demand, if —SSANU President

Tribune Online Nigerian universities will continue to produce graduates unfit for labour market demand, if… —SSANU President In this exclusive interview with CHRISTIAN APPOLOS, the National President of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Comrade Mohammad H.  Ibrahim, speaks on the consequences of inadequate funding to Nigerian universities and the economy, and other related issues. Excerpt. SSANU has often lamented issues around unpaid allowances, poor working conditions, and inconsistent government […] Nigerian universities will continue to produce graduates unfit for labour market demand, if… —SSANU President Tribune Online

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1 week ago Mental Health: Kwara Gov Seeks Support For Security Personnel

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has called on relevant stakeholders to support the security personnel in protecting their mental health for them to be effective in carrying out their statutory duties. Governor AbdulRazaq noted that mental health issues could have a profound impact on men’s health, affecting their relationships, work performance, and overall quality of […]

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1 week ago Lagos Govt Declares 176 Estates Illegal Over Unapproved Layouts

The government also issued developers a 21-day ultimatum to begin the process of regularising their documentation or face sanctions. The post Lagos Govt Declares 176 Estates Illegal Over Unapproved Layouts appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Foundation Honours Wike For Exemplary Leadership, Mentorship

The Dennis Aikoriogie Foundation has honoured the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, for his exceptional leadership and mentorship, particularly in governance and nation-building. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja, the foundation praised Wike for his transformative leadership since assuming office less than two years ago, noting significant […]

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1 week ago Rainstorm Wreaks Havoc On Plateau Community, Flood Submerges Farmlands In Niger, Kogi

A rainstorm has wreaked havoc in the Plateau State community, while floods have submerged farmlands in Niger State and cut off Kogi East in Kogi State. The incident happened in the north-central region of Nigeria. A windstorm destroyed at least 50 houses in the Menkaat community (Shimankar district) of Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau […]

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