6 h. ago Local AI development will safeguard Africa’s data rights, experts

Experts have renewed calls for Nigeria to develop local Artificial Intelligence tools to strengthen data privacy and protect African digital read more Local AI development will safeguard Africa’s data rights, experts

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5 d. ago We’ve Built Over 12,000 Housing Units To Bridge Deficit – Sanwo

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday disclosed that his administration has delivered over 12,000 housing units in six years as part of efforts to bridge the housing deficit in the state. Sanwo-Olu stated this while commissioning 233 Housing Units, Parcels A and B, at Abraham Adesanya Housing Estate, Ajah, Eti-Osa local council development area, […]

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6 d. ago Robust LG System Is Key To Democracy, Says Kaduna Deputy Governor

The deputy governor of Kaduna State, Dr Hadiz Balarabe, has argued that genuine democracy rests on the competence, legitimacy and integrity of governance at the grassroots. Dr Balarabe also noted that governments should bear in mind ‘’that sustainable development is impossible without strong, capable, and trusted local governments.’’ The deputy governor made this known in […]

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7 d. ago Leverage ‘Nigeria First’ Policy To Grow Economy, Federal Government Tells Indigenous Firms

The Federal Government has called on indigenous companies across all sectors of the economy to leverage on the full potentials of the ‘Nigeria First’ Policy, a strategic initiative designed to promote local content, stimulate economic growth and strengthen Nigerian industries for economic development. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, […]

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2 w. ago Katsina Partners UNICEF To Strengthen Local Government Action Against Child Poverty

The Katsina State government, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has convened a two-day workshop for all the 34 Local Government Chairmen in the State, to develop meaningful data-driven strategies to combat child poverty. Governor Dikko Umar Radda revealed this in his opening speech on Monday, saying that the workshop was a […]

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2 w. ago Aiyedatiwa promises more developmental projects to Ondo communities

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has vowed to initiate more development projects across the communities of each local government area read more Aiyedatiwa promises more developmental projects to Ondo communities

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3 w. ago IEEECTU partners Baze University to host maiden Africa’s education summit

All is set for Baze University (BU), Abuja, to host the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineer (IEEE)’s  international summit to address the challenge of connecting 2.9 billion unconnected people worldwide, with particular focus on African solutions. This development was made known recently during a courtesy visit by the local organising committee of the IEEE […]

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3 w. ago Lagos Speaker’s Son Takes Over As Agege LGA Chair After Incumbent’s Sudden Resignation

A fresh twist has emerged on the political landscape of Agege local government area of Lagos State as Ganiu Obasa, son of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has officially assumed office as the new chairman of the local government area council. The development followed the sudden resignation of […]

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3 w. ago NSDC launches sugarcane outgrower development programme to boost local production

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has announced the launch of the Sugarcane Outgrower Development Programme (SODP), a flagship initiative read more NSDC launches sugarcane outgrower development programme to boost local production

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3 w. ago NSDC Launches Sugarcane Outgrower Programme To Boost Local Production

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has launched the Sugarcane Outgrower Development Programme (SODP), a flagship initiative aimed at accelerating local sugarcane cultivation and driving Nigeria closer to self-sufficiency in sugar production. Announcing the programme, the executive secretary/CEO of NSDC, Mr. Kamar Bakrin, said the initiative is a key component of the Nigeria Sugar Master […]

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3 w. ago Experts Demand Mining Laws Overhaul To Empower States, Clarify Data Rights

The National President of the Nigerian Metallurgical Society (NMS), Dr Fidelis Achiv, has called for an urgent overhaul of Nigeria’s mining laws to align with global best practices and ensure that states and local governments gain fairer economic benefits from mineral resources located within their territories. Speaking at the 40th Annual Conference and General Meeting […]

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3 w. ago Bauchi Assembly Writes Senate, Seeks Creation Of 29 New Councils

The Bauchi State House of Assembly (BAHA) has passed a bill into law for the creation of an additional 29 local government areas in the state to deepen grassroots inclusion and development. This is contained in a letter addressed to the chairman, Senate Committee on Constitution Review, Sen. Barau Jibrin, dated 29th October 2025 and […]

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