Local government
In a media briefing, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike refuted claims by opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, that the recent local government elections in Rivers State were unlawful. Wike defended the elections as legally conducted and transparent,
Local government
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has launched a new pro-democratic group, the New Broom Movement, aimed at promoting leadership values and political consciousness among young Nigerians. The group, inaugurated at the weekend, has as its theme, "It Starts with Us: Building the Future
Local government
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recently conducted local government elections in Rivers State as a sham, intended to favor the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and marginalize opposition parties. Atiku, who issued a statement on Monday, described the exercise as fraudulent and orchestrated by a cabal seeking
Local government
The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, declared that the successful conduct of local government elections in Rivers State has cleared the way for the return of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the state House of Assembly to power on September 18, when the state of emergency expires.
Local government
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has heavily criticized the conduct of the local government elections in Rivers state, labeling it "shameful and shambolic". Atiku accused the President Bola Tinubu-led All Progressive Congress (APC) of using the occupation government to achieve an
Local government
Severe security challenges have been plaguing northern states, and in response, various governments are deploying their own measures to counter the threats. The procurement of security vehicles and equipment, deployment of additional personnel, and collaboration with local communities are amongst the measures being taken to restore peace and stability. Katsina
Local government
As the 2025/2026 academic session begins on September 15, the Akwa Ibom State Government has instructed head teachers, parents, and community leaders to intensify efforts in mobilizing children for enrolment in public schools. This directive comes as the government expresses concern over dwindling enrolment figures, despite significant investment in
Local government
The 2023 Rivers State local government elections were a success according to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, who described the exercise as peaceful. Wike, a former governor of the state, cast his ballot early in the day and was satisfied with the turnout, despite initial concerns about
Local government
Voting has begun in various wards and polling units across the 23 local government areas of Rivers State, despite voter apathy being a notable feature in the early hours of the election. In local governments monitored by THISDAY, including PHALGA, Obio/Akpor, and others, voting commenced between 10:30 am
Local government
Rivers State's local government elections, taking place across 23 local government areas, have been marked by significant delays in Obio/Akpor, particularly in Woji Ward 6, where polling units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 15, 29, and 30 did not receive election materials until 10:12 a.m.
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Election materials failed to arrive at several polling units in Woji Ward 6, Obio/Akpor area of Rivers State, prompting a delay in the commencement of the local government council elections. As a result, voter turnout remained low on Saturday, with only a handful of voters waiting to cast their
Local government
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has praised the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for conducting the local government council elections on Saturday, stating that the process was peaceful and successful. Wike, who voted at Polling Unit 007, Ward 9, Rumuepirikom Kingdom, Obio/Akpor Local Government
