Category : State Governors


Ganduje slams Kano govt over arrest demands

Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.

Bishop Lauds Oyebanji's Resource Management in Ekiti

New Bishop of Ekiti South Anglican Diocese, Rt. Rev'd Francis Bankole, praises Governor Biodun Oyebanji for effective resource management and developmental strides. Read more about this significant event.

NGO Commends Okpebholo Over Presco Land Controversy

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo earns praise for swiftly disowning an unauthorized land revocation notice against Presco Plc, reinforcing investor confidence and transparent governance.

Kano Govt Seeks Ganduje's Arrest Over Comments

Kano State Government calls for immediate arrest of former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje over alleged inflammatory security comments. State alleges remarks worsened security situation.

Edo Governor: I'll Resign if Tinubu Loses 2027

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo makes stunning pledge to resign if President Tinubu fails to win Edo in 2027 elections. Read full details about APC's dominance claims.

Southern Governors Establish Zonal Security Fund

Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.

Edo Governor sacks EDOGIS MD over land dispute

Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.

Zamfara Settles N67m Debt for 436 Freed Inmates

Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.

Matawalle Denies Viral Security Claim

Defence Minister Bello Matawalle refutes a viral post alleging he said Zamfara's security initiative would fail without him. He calls it false and politically motivated.

Southern Governors Renew Call for State Police

Southern Governors Forum, meeting in Abeokuta, has intensified the demand for state police as a crucial solution to Nigeria's escalating insecurity. Read their unified stance.

Ekiti Govt Approves N8.78bn for Infrastructure

Ekiti State Government has approved N7.72bn for road networks around the new Ado-Ekiti flyover and N1.06bn for electricity extension to underserved communities to boost the economy.

Ogun Govt Commits to Fixing Ota Roads After Protest

Ogun State Government has reaffirmed commitment to rehabilitating major roads in Ota following NBA protest. Government warns against political blackmailers while revealing HIV/AIDS progress.

Ebonyi Governor Proposes N884.86bn Budget for 2026

Governor Francis Nwifuru presents a historic N884.86 billion budget for Ebonyi State in 2026, focusing on infrastructure and human capital. Read the full breakdown of capital projects and revenue sources.

ADC Chieftain Explains Alia's Genocide Denial

ADC chieftain Kelly Agaba reveals why Governor Hyacinth Alia denied Christian genocide in Benue State. Get the full story on the political motives behind the controversial statement.

Ogun Government Pledges Ota Road Rehabilitation

Ogun State Government reaffirms commitment to fixing Ota roads, with six major routes awarded to Craneburg Construction. Road projects segmented into four phases for comprehensive development.

Katsina Govt Warns of Stringent Measures Against GBV

Katsina State Government vows stringent action against Gender-Based Violence perpetrators. Governor Radda announces new laws and urges public reporting. NAPTIP highlights rape as a prevalent issue.

Ebonyi Governor Presents ₦884.86bn Budget for 2026

Governor Francis Nwifuru presents Ebonyi's largest-ever ₦884.86bn budget for 2026, focusing on infrastructure and human capital development. Read details of the 'Budget of Actualisation and Hope'.

Ganduje recruits 12,000 sacked Hisbah officers

Former Kano governor Abdullahi Ganduje establishes Khairun Nas security outfit to absorb 12,000 dismissed Hisbah personnel. New voluntary organization to operate independently from government.

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