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Ebonyi Rep Shares ₦200m, Rice to Constituents

Comrade Chinedu Ogah distributes ₦200 million and 12 trailers of rice to Ezza South/Ikwo constituents. The event marked the 26th anniversary of his foundation's humanitarian outreach. Read more.

Tinubu group shares Christmas food items in Ebonyi

A pro-Tinubu support group has distributed festive food items to vulnerable households in Ebonyi state to cushion economic hardship. Read about the initiative and its political significance.

African Footballer Collapses and Dies During Match

Burundian midfielder Igiraneza Aimé Guéric tragically died after collapsing during a match. Fans allege witchcraft backfired, sparking calls for a ban on spiritual practices in football.

Kaduna 2026 Budget: N100m Allocated to Each Ward

Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.

Foundation Donates Learning Kits to 1,200 Pupils in Anambra

Ebubechukwu Eziokwe Foundation empowers over 1,200 pupils in Umuchu with essential learning kits. Founder Ezeukoh Ebubechukwu champions grassroots education, calling for government support to build a future where no child is left behind.

Kuti, Aiyelabegan Win Daniel Ford Table Tennis Titles

Matthew Kuti and Sukurat Aiyelabegan clinched U-19 titles at the Third Daniel Ford Elite Table Tennis Tournament in Lagos. Governor Sanwo-Olu praised the event for grassroots talent discovery. Read the full report.

Lagos Revives Local Emergency Committees

LASEMA revitalises Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across Lagos to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness ahead of the festive season. Residents urged to act responsibly.

Oyo 2027: Ajadi Meets 33 LG Leaders For PDP Support

PDP governorship hopeful Olufemi Ajadi intensifies grassroots consultations, meeting all 33 LG Vice Chairmen and Chiefs of Staff in Ibadan to seek support for his 2027 ambition. Read his continuity agenda.

Otu Ends 2025 EXCO, Commits to Grassroots Empowerment

Cross River Governor Bassey Otu concludes the 2025 Executive Council, reaffirming a people-focused governance model. He announced the approval of 150 mini buses for vulnerable groups to boost micro-enterprises. Read more.

Nigeria's Sports Crisis: Hosting vs. Grassroots Development

Experts warn Nigeria's obsession with hosting international sports events is failing its athletes. A strategic shift to grassroots development, policy enforcement, and private sector trust is urgently needed to revive the nation's sporting glory.

iLOTBET's CSR Thrills Ifako-Ijaye Community

iLOTBET hosted a vibrant CSR event in Lagos's Ifako-Ijaye, offering free health screenings & a football match. Over 300 residents celebrated community bonding & support. Read more!

Kaduna Governor Presents N985.9bn 2026 Budget

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani presents a N985.9 billion 2026 budget, focusing on infrastructure, education, and grassroots development. Read details of the plan and its allocations.

Schools Use Football Tournaments for Youth Development

Nigerian schools are embracing grassroots football tournaments to foster discipline, teamwork and talent discovery among students. The Alabi Oyo Tournament in Lagos shows growing interest in holistic education beyond academics.

EFCC to Probe Kogi Local Government Funds

The EFCC vows to investigate alleged diversion of Kogi LG funds following a youth protest. Groups demand transparency and accountability in grassroots governance.

Tinubu: 1,000 Businesses Planned for Every Ward

President Bola Tinubu announces a plan to establish 1,000 active businesses in each of Nigeria's 8,809 wards to stimulate grassroots economic growth, job creation, and skills acquisition.

Ebonyi Community Funds School Infrastructure via WhatsApp

Ntezi community in Ebonyi State raises funds through WhatsApp to provide whiteboards for schools. While celebrating this grassroots achievement, they urgently call for government intervention to address teacher shortages and poor attendance.

NOC Commends Sunshine Schools for Sports Course

Nigeria Olympic Committee hails Sunshine Schools, Ibadan, for hosting a successful 3-day Sports Administration Course, empowering over 20 coaches and sports managers with IOC-certified training.

Agbese's Grassroots Welcome Halts Movement in Enone

Massive crowds flooded streets across Ado, Okpokwu and Ogbadibo to welcome Philip Agbese, celebrating his constituency projects and Pan African Parliament role. Discover the lawmaker's growing influence.

Nigeria's LG Autonomy: Court Win Meets Reality

Expert analysis reveals why Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy faces political resistance and constitutional challenges. Discover the path to true grassroots governance.

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