April 4, 2025
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How Nigerian Governors and Local Government Chairmen Enter Deals to Bypass Financial Autonomy Order: A Hidden Threat to Local Governance

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The long-standing tension between state governors and local government councils in Nigeria has intensified following the landmark Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to the 774 local governments in the country. This decision, delivered on July 11, 2024, marked a crucial step toward decentralising power and ensuring financial independence for local governments. The ruling directed…

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ARSON: THOSE BEHIND IT’LL ACCOUNT FOR ATROCITIES – GOV FUBARA

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•Swears In Bipi, Three Others As Commissioners Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that his administration will not fold its hands and watch sponsored political thugs run berserk, committing arson in the State. The Governor, therefore, assured that, working with the Nigerian Police Force and the Directorate of State Services (DSS), measures will…

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TINUBU TO WIKE GROUP: GO TO TRIBUNAL, STOP BURNING LGA HQRS, ORDERS POLICE TO PROTECT LGA HQRS AND ELECTED CHAIRMEN.

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STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE: PRESIDENT TINUBU DECRIES VIOLENCE IN RIVERS, DIRECTS POLICE TO PROVIDE SECURITY TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICES President Bola Tinubu has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law. In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government…

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From Governor Seyi Makinde (GSM) to President Seyi Makinde (PSM): 2027 Perspective

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By Wale Ajani As Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, the political landscape is charged with discussions about potential candidates. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State stands out as a compelling contender, supported by a track record of governance characterized by empirical data and logical reasoning. His achievements in various sectors, combined with a clear…

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High Expectations As Umbrella Body Of Deejays In Nigeria To Hold Maiden Award Ceremony 6th December

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The umbrella body of disc jokeys (DJs) in Nigeria, also called Deejays is set is set to hold the maiden edition its award and recognition on the 6th of December, 2024. The Deejays Association of Nigeria(DJAN) made the announcement at a press conference in Abuja, saying among other things, the upcoming event seeks to recognize…

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Nigeria@64: Brain Drain – The Giant of Africa’s Greatest Challenge

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By Al Humphrey Onyanabo As Nigeria celebrates its 64th independence anniversary, the country faces a crippling reality: the massive exodus of its most valuable resource – its people. Educated, creative, and ambitious Nigerians are fleeing their rich and blessed nation in search of better opportunities abroad, leaving behind a devastating impact on the country’s future….

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