Tinubu to welcome Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf into APC
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly set to welcome Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, into the All Progressives Congress (APC). The anticipated move has sparked conversations across the political landscape, as it signals a possible shift in party alignment at the state level. Governor Yusuf, who previously belonged to another political platform, is said […]
Kano govt refutes allegation of administrative ‘paralysis’
The Kano State Government has dismissed reports claiming that its administration is facing paralysis, describing the allegations as false and misleading. According to the state, government activities are ongoing normally across ministries, departments, and agencies. Officials said the claims were deliberately circulated to create panic and undermine public confidence in the government. They stressed that […]
Proof of Address: 10,000 front-end partners trained nationwide – ALGON
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has announced that 10,000 front-end partners have been trained across the country to support the new Proof of Address initiative. The project is designed to improve identity verification, service delivery, and access to government programmes at the local government level. ALGON said the trained partners will work […]
Nigeria has moved from padded budgets to forged laws’ — Peter Obi
Former Vice President Peter Obi has criticized the current state of governance in Nigeria, saying the country has shifted from the practice of inflating budgets to creating “forged laws.” He expressed concern that such actions undermine democracy and weaken public trust in government institutions. Obi stated that when budgets are padded and laws are manipulated, […]
Coalition urges quick EFCC probe of BPP, backs petition alleging corruption
A coalition of civil society groups has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to promptly investigate the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). The call follows a petition alleging corruption and irregularities within the agency. The coalition stressed the importance of transparency and accountability in public institutions. They highlighted that a timely investigation would […]
Be prepared for political participation – Yiaga Africa boss urges youths
Samson Itodo, the head of Yiaga Africa, has called on Nigerian youths to prepare for politics that is focused on strong values and good performance. He believes young people must be ready to lead with purpose, not just join politics for popularity. Itodo said youth leadership should not only be about having large numbers. It […]
Tinubu Appoints Eight New Permanent Secretaries
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed eight new permanent secretaries to fill vacant positions in the Federal Civil Service. This decision aims to ensure effective governance and balanced leadership representation across Nigeria’s states and regions. The announcement, made on Monday, followed a thorough selection process conducted by the Office of the Head of the Civil […]
Ndume Urges Tinubu to Cut Cabinet Size to Reduce Governance Costs
Nigeria faces growing economic challenges, with government expenses rising and unemployment increasing. Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South in the Senate, has suggested a practical solution: reducing the size of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV, Ndume emphasized that Nigeria urgently needs to adopt strict financial discipline. He noted that […]
Political Tensions in Rivers State as Lawmakers Hold Parallel Sittings
In Rivers State, tensions have escalated within the State House of Assembly, leading to parallel sittings by two factions of lawmakers. On one front, legislators aligned with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, under the leadership of Victor Oko-Jumbo, convened at the Government House in Port Harcourt. Their agenda included the screening and confirmation of Emmanuel Frank-Fubara as […]