Local government
In the wake of a devastating boat accident in Niger State, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stressed the importance of prioritizing investment in water transportation safety infrastructure, monitoring, and public awareness to prevent such tragedies. The boat accident, which claimed 29 lives, highlights the recurring risks associated with water
Local government
The Osun State Government has reaffirmed its full confidence in the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, and the Chairman of Osun State University Governing Council, Professor Wale Oladipo. The state described a recent event at Ife Federal Constituency as a family dispute being resolved by the party leadership. The ruling
Local government
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is expected to return to office on September 18, marking the end of the six-month state of emergency imposed by President Bola Tinubu on March 18. However, sources have revealed that Fubara's return will come with significantly reduced powers, as Nyesom Wike, his
Local government
Bangladesh's rapidly growing cities face a major governance hurdle in providing healthcare. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare sets overall health policy, while the Local Government Division handles primary care in urban areas. However, a split in responsibilities leads to confusion, and a review notes a "
Local government
As part of Governor Uba Sani's rural development drive, the Kaduna State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) has commissioned new solar-powered and hand pump boreholes across Giwa and Kudan Local Government Areas, providing over 21,000 rural dwellers with improved access to clean drinking water. The
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As communities across Michigan grapple with the aftermath of historic ice storms, spring tornadoes, and summer floods, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially designated September as Preparedness Month in the state. In a joint effort to raise awareness and encourage residents to prepare for emergencies, the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management
Local government
In a major step towards achieving an Open Defecation Free (ODF) status, the Katsina Local Government has organized a Capacity Building Workshop for Sanitation Vanguards on Open Defecation and Hygiene Promotion. Led by Hon. Isah Miqdad AD Saude, the Chairman of Katsina Local Government, the workshop aims to equip sanitation
Local government
The Government of Ghana has intensified its efforts to improve sanitation in the country, with the Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ibrahim Ahmed, declaring that Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) will be directly evaluated based on the level of cleanliness in their jurisdictions. This move
Local government
At least 27 people lost their lives when a wooden boat carrying 138 passengers capsized on Kainji Lake in Niger State on Tuesday. The incident occurred around 11:49 a.m. during a rescue operation, which was eventually led by the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). A total of 46
Local government
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported that over 2.5 million Nigerians have pre-registered online for voter registration as of August 31, 2025. This comes as the Commission's Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise enters its second week, with eligible citizens able to register at 811 State
Local government
As the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) struggles to register potential voters in Imo State, experts and officials are pointing fingers at insecurity, apathy, and lack of awareness as major reasons. According to INEC's public relations officer, Dr Maryann Godslight, only one person has registered in Ohaji/Egbema
Local government
In a significant effort to boost participation in the ongoing online pre-voter registration exercise, the Kano State government has mobilized 9,680 volunteers across 484 wards in the state. The volunteers, who will be indigenes of their respective areas, including females, will be trained on the online pre-voter registration process
