9 h. ago Focus On Governance, Not Politics — Diri Tells Bayelsa Officials

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa has issued a strong warning to his appointees, urging them to refrain from engaging in political activities ahead of the 2027 elections. Diri made the statement on Wednesday during the 162nd session of the Bayelsa Executive Council meeting in Yenagoa, stressing that any political appointee found participating in such activities […] The post Focus On Governance, Not Politics — Diri Tells Bayelsa Officials appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance

By Chinenye Anuforo   The Nigeria eGovernment Summit 2025 is set to proffer digital solutions that will enhance effective governance through public-private partnerships. The summit, which is in its seventh edition, has the theme: ‘Public-Private Partnership for Effective eGovernnent Solutions’, and it’s scheduled to hold on August 28 in Lagos. Organised by DigiServe Networks Services, […] The post eGovernment summit to focus on digital solutions for better governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Bayelsa govt, judge rally support to curb violence against women

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government reaffirmed its commitment to combatting violence against women during the inauguration of the national leadership of the Association of Women Against Gender-Based Violence (AWAGBV) in Yenagoa. Bibian George, Special Adviser to Governor Douye Diri on Women in Politics, assured the group of the state’s support for initiatives […] The post Bayelsa govt, judge rally support to curb violence against women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Japa: Association raises the alarm as over 15,000 nurses leave Nigeria in 2024

The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives has called on the Federal Government to shift focus from expanding nursing education to addressing the systemic issues driving the mass emigration of nurses, popularly known as the Japa syndrome. The association expressed concern over persistent challenges, noting that as of February 2025, nearly 15,500 nurses had left Read More

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3 w. ago ACF slams politicians over early 2027 campaigns, urges focus on governance

The Arewa Consultative Forum has condemned politicians embarking on early campaigns for the 2027 general elections, urging them to focus on addressing the country’s pressing issues. Speaking at its National Executive Committee meeting in Kaduna on Thursday, the ACF chairman, Mamman Osuman, said emphasis should be on governance that addresses the needs of Nigerians rather Read More

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3 w. ago Stop Dragging Ijaw Nation Into Your Political Feud With Wike, Eradiri Tells Diri

A former governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Bayelsa State, Engr. Udengs Eradiri, has told the Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, to stop dragging the entire Ijaw nation into his fight for political survival in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Eradiri, a former president, Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) Worldwide, said Diri should […]

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3 w. ago Buhari urges APC governors to prioritise citizens in governance

Appreciates Tinubu for renovating his Kaduna home By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Former President Muhammadu Buhari has called for a focus on citizens in governance. He spoke during a meeting with the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) at his Kaduna home. The visit, led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, showed unity in the All Progressives Congress […] The post Buhari urges APC governors to prioritise citizens in governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo: Okpebholo approves payment of gratuities to state pensioners 

By Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved gratuity payments for pensioners owed since 2012. He aims to ease the struggles of retired civil servants. The state government has started with N1 billion as the first batch, promising to clear all debts from past administrations. Governor Okpebholo stressed his focus on retirees’ […] The post Edo: Okpebholo approves payment of gratuities to state pensioners  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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