Category: Governance
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Abuja-Kaduna Train Hostage Negotiator, Arrested In Egypt
The lead negotiator for the release of the Abuja-Kaduna abducted passengers, Alhaji Tukur Mamu, has been arrested in Egypt, alongside his family members. Mamu was said on his way to Saudi Arabia for lesser Hajj when he was detained at the Cairo International Airport. He had confirmed his arrest to Journalist on Wednesday, saying he…
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Presidency Tackles Gov Ortom Over Security Statement
The Presidency on Wednesday, dared the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, to name those who supplied him information that the President, Muhammadu Buhari had ordered security forces to stand down their offensive against herdsmen believed to be of the Fulani stock. It also accused the governor of trying to sow discord amongst Nigerians through falsehood…
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10 Nigeria States Bigger Than Other Smaller African States- VP Osinbajo
The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, says it is unfitting to compare the realities of the Nigerian economy with those of other smaller African states.Adds that at least 10 Nigerian states “have bigger GDPs than those countries.” The vice president also noted that the violent reports emanating from the country did not reflect the reality…
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Nasarawa State Governor Donates Vehicles To Tackle Insecurity
Nasarawa State, Governor Abdullahi Sule has donated 42 vehicles to security agencies and traditional rulers in the state. While handing over the vehicles to the beneficiaries at the Government House, Lafia on Wednesday, Sule said the gesture was in line with his administration’s commitment to continue to support the security agencies and traditional rulers in…
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Benue State Governor Suspends Mining Activities In State
On Thursday,Benue State Government suspended mining activities in the state. The State Governor, Samuel Ortom, gave the directive at the meeting held with Kwande stakeholders at the new banquet hall, Government House, Makurdi. He says the activities of miners had started posing threat to the peace of the state and that the state government would set…
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Lagos State Government Bans Okada In More Local Government
The Lagos State Government has extended the ban on commercial motorcycles popularly called Okada to four more Local Govt Areas and five Local Council Development Areas. The state Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed full enforcement from September 1, 2022. The additional councils where the total Okada ban is pronounced include Kosofe Local Government, Oshodi-Isolo Local…
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Lagos Government Sensitizes Workers On Safe Driving
The Lagos State Government has sensitised staff members of the Lagos State Drivers’ Institute to the importance of safety consciousness and proficiency in road use by drivers. According to The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Mr Kamar Olowoshago, stated on Saturday during the annual ‘Train-the-trainer,’ workshop organised for the LASDRI workforce in Oshodi. He said,…
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Kogi State Governor Receives Ambassador of The Republic Of China.
Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Yahaya Bello on Monday, receives the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Mr. Cui Jian Chun, Members of the China National Nuclear Corporation, and other members of his delegation at the EXCO Chamber of the Governor’s office, Luguard House, Lokoja. The visit was centered around partnerships in…
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Sokoto State Commissioner Defects From PDP To APC
The sokoto state Commissioner for Careers and Security Matters in Sokoto state, Garba Moyi Isa, cited a lack of transparency in the PDP. Thereby defecting from PDP To APC This defection is coming barely 24 hours after the council chairman of Tangaza local government, Salihu Bashar Kalanjine, also defected from PDP to APC. Speaking…
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Oyo State Appoints New Deputy Governor
The Oyo State House of Assembly on Monday has approved the appointment of Adebayo Lawal as the new Deputy Governor following the removal of Rauf Olaniyan. The approval followed the nomination of Lawal to the lawmakers for consideration by Governor Seyi Makinde as a replacement for the former Deputy Governor Before his appointment, Adebayo Lawal…