Local government
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has made good on his promise to the people of Kagarko by commissioning the long-awaited township road, bringing relief to the locals after two decades of failed commitments from previous administrations. The road project is part of the Governor's efforts to bridge
Local government
Governor Agbu Kefas's decision to leave Taraba State on the day of a mass burial for 42 villagers killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen has sparked outrage among the local community. The attack, which has so far claimed 57 lives in two weeks, has left hundreds displaced and scores
Local government
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over the failure to disclose details of direct payments to the 774 local government councils in Nigeria. The suit follows a landmark judgment by the Supreme Court in July 2024, which held
Local government
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over its alleged failure to disclose details of direct payments from the Federation Account to the 774 local government councils across the country. The suit seeks to compel the CBN to disclose
Local government
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) seeking disclosure of details of direct payments to the 774 local government councils. The suit follows a Supreme Court judgment in July 2024, which ruled that allocations from the Federation Account must
Local government
The Punjab Local Government and Community Development (LG and CD) department has revealed a massive corruption scandal in Lahore's Wagah Zone, where hundreds of millions of rupees were lost due to unauthorized constructions. The department's inquiry report uncovered over 100 illegal buildings, including commercial plazas, markets,
Local government
The security situation in Nigeria has significantly deteriorated since President Tinubu's administration, with the number of casualties rising by 21.2% in 2024 compared to 2023. The North-West, North-East, and Middle Belt regions have been particularly affected, with the formation of new terror groups and intense attacks by
Local government
The recently concluded Local Government (LG) elections in Sri Lanka have drawn a subdued response from both the electorate and political observers, with voter turnout and enthusiasm significantly lower than in the high-stakes Presidential and Parliamentary elections of 2024 and 2025. The elections, which were originally scheduled for March 2022
Local government
The debate surrounding the Local Government Act in Gharghur has taken a disturbing turn, with the opposition attempting to manipulate public opinion by attributing the outcome to the prime minister. However, a closer examination reveals that the opposition's claims are founded on a flawed understanding of the law.
Local government
The family of Edo Labour Party Ward Leader Okasime Olowojoba is in a state of unease after he was kidnapped on April 26, 2025, and released by his abductors only in spirit. Despite paying a ransom of N50 million, Olowojoba remains in the custody of his kidnappers, leaving his family
Local government
More than 800 members of major parties have joined the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) in Ogun State, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. The defection ceremony, held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, saw party leaders and
Local government
Following a five-month suspension of mining activities in its 17 Local Government Areas, the Plateau State Government has cleared 159 mining companies to resume operations. The decision, announced by Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, is part of efforts to reform and regulate the mining sector. The temporary ban, instituted via Executive
