Rivers crisis: PANDEF wants Supreme Court ruling reversed
The Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling on Rivers State. The group believes that the judgment could negatively impact governance and the well-being of the people. The Supreme Court recently ruled that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) should stop releasing monthly federal allocations to Rivers State. The […]
Why Governor’s Take 65% Of Federal Account Allocation – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has explained why state governors receive the majority of federal revenue allocations, stating that their role is critical to Nigeria’s development. Speaking during a New Year visit by the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) at his Ikoyi residence, Tinubu emphasized that governors are central to driving food security, economic growth, and national prosperity. […]
Southeast Lost N17.4trn in 29 Years Over Absence of Sixth State – Osita Chidoka
The Southeast region of Nigeria has lost an estimated N17.4 trillion over the past 29 years due to the absence of a sixth state, according to former Aviation Minister, Osita Chidoka. He revealed this during an event organized by the Otu Oka-Iwu (Association of Igbo Lawyers) and highlighted the far-reaching economic and political effects of […]