Local government
The police in Niger State have made a breakthrough in the case of a 10-year-old boy who was kidnapped in 2023 from Dagwi village, near Beji, in Bosso Local Government Area. The suspect, Mohammed Rabiu of Lambata, Gurara Local Government Area, was identified by the victim's father in
Local government
In recent times, a wave of bandit attacks has ravaged communities in Sokoto and Zamfara states, resulting in the loss of countless lives, displacement of residents, and abduction of over 90 individuals. The attacks have left people dead, dozens displaced, and many others in fear for their lives. The situation
Local government
The Chairman of Munya local government area in Niger State, Aminu Najume, has emphasized the need for residents of riverine communities to adhere to water transportation safety measures to prevent recurring boat accidents in the state. Najume attributed recent boat mishaps to night travel and overloading, highlighting the importance of
Local government
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has kicked off a two-week nationwide enlightenment campaign to educate Nigerians on government policies, national values, security awareness, disaster preparedness, and national identity. The campaign, which will run across the 36 states and 774 local government areas of Nigeria, aims to close awareness gaps, address
Local government
The Oyo State Government, in partnership with the World Bank, has distributed 18,000 tablet devices to teachers across public primary and secondary schools in the state. The initiative, coordinated by the Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA), aims to integrate technology into classroom teaching and enhance teaching efficiency
Local government
The Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) has organized a stakeholders' engagement with Community Development Associations (CDAs) and Community Development Committees (CDCs) to promote a free traffic road and proper parking culture. The event, facilitated by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mrs. KikelomoAfusatBolarinwa,
Local government
The Regional Government of Arequipa, through the Regional Production Management, organized a technical meeting to strengthen the Macroalgas sector, gathering national authorities, specialized institutions, and private companies. The meeting aimed to optimize productive processes, strengthen inspection, and promote sustainable practices that guarantee the conservation of marine resources. The Regional Government
Local government
Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva has welcomed the Department of the Interior and Local Government's (DILG) directive to prohibit its personnel and local government officials from engaging in online gambling, describing it as a step in the right direction. The move aims to prevent addiction, financial distress, and
Local government
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has issued a memorandum circular banning all its personnel and officials of local government units (LGUs) nationwide from accessing or engaging in any form of online gambling. This move is in response to reports that many government officials and employees have
Lassa fever
A severe Lassa fever outbreak is gripping Nigeria, with 156 deaths reported this year, surpassing the fatality rate of last year. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 836 cases across 21 states and 105 local government areas, with Ondo State accounting for the highest number
Local government
The Oyo State government has flagged off the distribution of instructional training materials and teaching aids to 18,000 primary and junior secondary school teachers across the 33 local government areas of the state. This initiative, facilitated by the Global Partnership in Education and sponsored by the World Bank, aims
Local government
Niger State's Commissioner for Transport, Hajia Hadiza Idris Kuta, has praised the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) for donating 3,700 life jackets to the state. The donated life jackets have been distributed to all boat operators in the 17
