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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.

NUJ Lagos Awards 2025: Call for Good Governance

The NUJ Lagos State Council honoured media professionals and called for transparency from public office holders at its 2025 Press Week Gala. Discover the award winners and key messages.

Coalition: Nigeria's Crisis is Governance Failure

Multi-faith coalition warns Nigeria's insecurity stems from governance failure, not religious war. They reject international labels and call for homegrown solutions to protect all citizens.

Nigeria's Policy-Trust Gap Among Africa's Widest

New RPI African Policy Index 2025 reveals Nigeria suffers one of Africa's largest trust gaps between policy delivery and citizen confidence. Discover the governance crisis and solutions.

AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget

African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.

Nigerian Youth Lead Tax Reform Dialogue at NEC 2025

Nigeria's 2025 National Essay Competition concludes in Abuja with young thinkers advocating for tax reforms and governance. Winners spotlight future economic policies. Read their visionary ideas!

Single 7-Year Term Proposed for Nigerian Leaders

Professor Adewunmi Falode advocates constitutional amendment for single 7-year tenure to address Nigeria's costly election cycles and governance challenges. Join the reform conversation!

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.

Lakurawa's Expanding Control in Northwest Nigeria

Exclusive investigation reveals Lakurawa's brutal governance system in Sokoto and Kebbi states. Religious manipulation, phone inspections, and forced zakat payments create climate of fear. Read the shocking details.

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.

Women's Reserved Seats Bill HB1349 Gets Support

Gender advocates intensify calls for Nigeria's Reserved Seats for Women Bill (HB1349) to combat GBV and ensure equal representation in governance. Join the movement for change.

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.

Nigeria Needs New Political Structure to Succeed

Dr Olu Fasan advocates for parliamentary system and regional governance in Nigeria to address political and economic challenges. Learn why restructuring is crucial for national transformation.

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