Local government
Congressmen Donald Norcross and Andy Kim joined Governor Phil Murphy to announce $60 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) for the Local Government Emergency Fund. The funds will aid counties and municipalities excluded from the federal government's direct CRF allocation plan. The New Jersey Department of Human Services
Local government
The floods that have ravaged various Jigawa communities in the past few months have resulted in a staggering 40 deaths, according to officials. The disaster has also triggered widespread damage, with residents and state officials expressing fears that the floods could worsen Nigeria's current food insufficiency. The Jigawa
Local government
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has made a pledge to support flood-displaced victims in Kebbi State by collaborating with his two non-governmental organizations to provide water projects. During a sympathy visit to the victims, Malami requested that the Khadimiyya for Justice and Development
Local government
Australian Local Government Associations (LGAs) are playing a crucial role in emergency management and disaster relief, collaborating closely with state governments and their member councils to adapt and prepare for natural disasters. The Australian National Audit and Emergency Management Forum (ANZEMC) recently highlighted the efforts of these associations in its
Local government
In a collaborative effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andy Beshear announced that 18 Eastern Kentucky governments have been approved for $2,789,546 in reimbursements from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The reimbursements will be used to cover expenses related to COVID-19, such as
Local government
Tensions are running high in Ondo state as the governorship election approaches, with both the APC and PDP accusing each other of violence. According to reports, the convoy of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of the APC was attacked by hoodlums allegedly affiliated with the PDP candidate, Eyitayo Jegede, at Oba Akoko
Local government
Labour unions in Edo state, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), have expressed their unwavering support for Governor Godwin Obaseki's second term bid. At a rally in Benin City, union leaders praised Obaseki's
Local government
As part of his campaign visit to the Ikakumo community in Akoko North-East Local Government Area of Ondo State, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Mr. Eyitayo Jegede, assured residents that his administration would prioritize security, agricultural support, and affordable education. The PDP standard bearer met with wailing residents, particularly
Local government
As the 2020 gubernatorial election in Edo State approaches, the Jattu Progressive Union (JPU) Uzairue has thrown its weight behind the re-election campaign of Governor Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu. In a letter to the governor and his deputy, the JPU praised their developmental strides
Local government
Violence broke out at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary election in Ogoja, Cross River State, just hours before the election, leaving one person dead and several injured. The incident allegedly involved suspected thugs and high-ranking government officials, including a sitting member of the state House of Assembly and two
Local government
A former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Adjoto Kabiro, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to prevail on Adams Oshiomhole, the former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), to stop instigating violence in the state. The call comes after a violent attack on Peoples Democratic Party
Local government
The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has announced that the World Bank has approved a $75 million facility to support the state's education sector. This comes as part of the governor's vision to holistically revamp the state's education system. The governor plans to
