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States intensify plans for 2nd Niger Delta Games

Akwa Ibom and Ondo lead preparations for the 2nd Niger Delta Games as states finalize registrations and training. Discover how the region is gearing up for the sporting spectacle.

Nigeria's Average Family Size: 4.8 Children Per Woman

New data shows Nigeria's fertility rate is declining to 4.8 children per woman, but major regional gaps persist. Explore the economic, cultural, and educational factors shaping family size across Africa's most populous nation.

Nigeria's Tax Reform: 10 Ways States Will Benefit

Nigeria's proposed tax reform bills aim to reshape fiscal federalism, granting states more autonomy and revenue. Discover the 10 key benefits set to transform governance and infrastructure.

Nigeria's Lingering Local Government Creation Crisis

Analysis of Nigeria's lingering crisis over arbitrary local government creation, from 240 native authorities in 1960 to 774 today. Explores historical data, military nepotism, and constitutional hurdles.

State Police and the Imperative of True Federalism

An analysis of Nigeria's governance crisis, arguing that the 1999 Constitution undermines federalism and makes state police essential. Calls for constitutional reform to empower states.

NOVA Bank Opens Owerri Office, Gets Land for HQ

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma pledges land for NOVA Bank's permanent regional headquarters in Owerri. The new flagship office aims to boost SME support and job creation across South-East and South-South Nigeria.

FG Launches Working Group for Regional Development

The Ministry of Regional Development has inaugurated a Core Working Group to coordinate policies and promote inclusive growth across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. Learn about the strategy.

S'Court Verdict on Emergency Rule Unsettles Polity

The Supreme Court's affirmation of President Tinubu's emergency powers in Rivers State has ignited a fierce debate on federalism, separation of powers, and the potential for political misuse ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full analysis.

Nigeria's Literacy Rate: 70.4% with Huge Regional Gaps

Nigeria's literacy rate stands at 70.4%, but the national average hides a crisis. Imo State leads at 96.43%, while Yobe lags at just 7.23%. Explore the data, causes, and solutions for a more literate Nigeria.

True Local Govt Autonomy Needs More Than Supreme Court

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.

ECOWAS Parliament Condemns Guinea-Bissau Coup

ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.

Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police

Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.

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