Tinubu Threatens Governors on LG Autonomy
President Bola Tinubu warns state governors he may issue an executive order to enforce direct allocation to local governments, following the Supreme Court ruling. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu warns state governors he may issue an executive order to enforce direct allocation to local governments, following the Supreme Court ruling. Read the full story.
SDP hails Supreme Court's landmark judgment affirming party autonomy. Acting Chairman Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe demands INEC's full compliance and end to interference. A victory for Nigeria's democracy.
SDP's Adewole Adebayo hails Supreme Court victory, warns INEC against meddling in party affairs. Court imposes ₦2M fine on electoral body. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu assures that state police will be established to boost security. He also mandates governors to enforce local government autonomy. Read the full story.
Rep. Busayo Oke cautions state governments, including Osun, against undermining Supreme Court judgments on Local Government autonomy. Compliance is a constitutional duty, not an option. Read more.
President Bola Tinubu has declared his administration's firm resolve to establish state police in Nigeria. Speaking at an APC caucus meeting, he cited international backing and party support for the crucial security reform.
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigeria's 36 governors to comply with the Supreme Court judgment by handing over local government allocations. He insists true autonomy depends on it.
The National Opposition Movement warns Nigeria's new tax regime will deepen poverty. They demand immediate suspension and nationwide consultations. Read the full story.
President Tinubu appoints Engr. Saidu Aliyu Mohammed as new NMDPRA CEO following Farouq Ahmed's resignation. Learn about his 37-year career in oil & gas.
Sujimoto Group proposes a N20 trillion fortified border and agricultural development initiative to combat terrorism and banditry. The plan integrates security with economic growth. Read more.
Nigeria's Federal Government has launched the NAP III (2024-2028) to advance the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, reinforcing commitment to gender equality and sustainable peace nationwide.
Governor Dauda Lawal has presided over 58 State Executive Council sessions since 2023, approving key projects. He also launched a comprehensive 10-year development plan for Zamfara State. Read more.
A new book on statesman Philip Asiodu revisits the 1975 civil service purge and abandonment of national plans, offering a blueprint for Nigeria's revival. Discover the lost path to greatness.
Governor Dauda Lawal unveils Zamfara's first comprehensive 10-year development roadmap, focusing on six key pillars to transform the state's economy and security. Read the full plan.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Nigerian university lecturers are set for their most significant salary boost in over a decade as ASUU finalises a deal with the Federal Government. See the new salary structure and details of the agreement here.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike appoints retired director Mukhtar Galadima as Senior Special Assistant on development control and planning. Read about his 30-year experience and Wike's master plan enforcement.
FCSC Chairman Prof. Tunji Olaopa urges state commissions to adopt a new strategic plan for merit-based recruitment and digital transformation to build a $1 trillion economy.
Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy is just the start. Experts argue real change requires good governance, anti-corruption measures, and cooperative federalism to empower grassroots development. Read the full analysis.
Legal expert Dr Monday Ubani (SAN) warns Nigeria's insecurity will persist unless local councils are empowered. He says grassroots governance is the missing pillar in Tinubu's security plan.
Manufacturers Association of Nigeria warns proposed sugar-sweetened beverage tax increase could undermine local production, threaten jobs, and distort investments. Urge lawmakers to reconsider.
Russian President Putin demands Ukraine cede occupied territories for peace, threatening continued military action. US proposes new peace plan as conflict escalates. Read the latest developments.
Russia and Ukraine trade deadly attacks as US President Trump's peace proposal faces European resistance. Six killed in Kyiv, three in Rostov. Updated plan aims to uphold Ukrainian sovereignty.
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.
Adamawa State inaugurates the National Council on Livestock Development, a major step to boost Nigeria's economy, ensure food security, and reduce herder-farmer conflicts.
Russia announces the capture of three more villages in eastern Ukraine. The advance comes as international officials gather in Geneva to discuss a controversial US peace plan for ending the war.
US President Trump signals flexibility on Ukraine peace proposal as Geneva talks approach. Kyiv seeks changes to plan requiring territorial concessions and NATO restrictions. Read latest developments.
Marriage counsellor Shola Faphounda urges couples to adopt biblical principles to combat marital crises. Discover the key insights from a new book launch in Akure.
White House reveals 28-point peace proposal requiring Ukraine to cede territory to Russia and limit military size. Plan includes NATO restrictions and territorial recognition.
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.