Local government
The Supreme Court of Estonia has made a ruling that allows the restriction of the right to vote in local elections for non-EU citizens and stateless people. The court found that the constitutional amendment, which was passed with 93 votes in favor and seven against, did not violate the right
Local government
Tens of millions of pounds have been allocated towards rough sleeping prevention and support for record numbers of families in temporary accommodation. However, charities in the sector have warned that this funding must be part of a wider package as part of a long-awaited homelessness strategy promised by the Government.
Local government
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has instructed local government units (LGUs) to quickly assess damaged structures in areas affected by the recent Cebu and Davao earthquakes. Priority should be given to structures in heavily affected barangays and those reported to have visible cracks, partial collapse, or
Local government
Residents of Umuawulu in Anambra State gathered to celebrate their illustrious son, Ikenga Umuawulu, for his remarkable contributions to community development and empowerment. The commissioning of 30.5 kilometers of standard roads, inaugurated by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, marked a significant milestone in the area's infrastructure development. Additionally,
Local government
The Delta State Government has taken drastic measures against health workers who allegedly extorted pregnant women and children under five years, despite the state's free healthcare policy. Commissioner for Health, Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed that the ministry had intensified monitoring of hospitals to ensure that funds released for maternal
Local government
The Delta State government has dismissed several workers and demoted others for extorting money from pregnant women and children under five years, despite the state's free healthcare policy for these groups. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, announced this during the flag-off of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality
Local government
The Borno State Government has recognized and rewarded outstanding health workers, local government chairmen, and traditional leaders for their exceptional contributions to the fight against polio, routine immunization, and the promotion of healthcare at the grassroots level. Deputy Governor Umar Kadafur presented certificates of honour and bank cheques to the
Local government
Canadian independent oil and gas company ShaMaran Petroleum Corp. has announced that interim agreements have been executed between the Kurdistan Regional Government, Government of Iraq, and several International Oil Companies, including ShaMaran, to resume oil exports from the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. This development is expected to enable the restart
Local government
The Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc and the Edo State Government have partnered to launch a forest regeneration programme aimed at cultivating over 3,000 forest trees in Ovia South West Local Government. According to Akpele Maxwell, director of plantation at the Edo State Forestry Commission, the initiative will roll
Local government
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging eligible local governments to participate in a nationwide opioid settlement with eight pharmaceutical companies before the October 8 deadline. The settlement, worth $720 million, will distribute up to $24.5 million to Michigan governments, which will be used for opioid-use disorder treatment and
Local government
Oil prices fell for the fifth consecutive session on Tuesday, with Brent crude futures dropping 34 cents to $66.23 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate crude down 29 cents to $61.99 a barrel, as a preliminary agreement to restart an oil pipeline between Iraq and Kurdish regional
Local government
Intensified nationwide operations by the Nigerian Army between 17 and 19 September 2025 have led to significant successes in the fight against criminal elements. The efforts involved coordinated operations across multiple states, resulting in the arrest of high-profile suspects, neutralization of terrorists and kidnappers, rescue of kidnapped victims, and recovery
