Local government
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo North Senatorial District has reaffirmed its loyalty and support for Governor Seyi Makinde, citing his administration's achievements in infrastructure development, education, health, security, and economic expansion. The party passed a vote of confidence in the governor during a senatorial
Local government
The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has been leveraging multilateral partnerships to develop road infrastructure in the state since assuming office. As part of this effort, the state government is currently working on over 400 kilometers of township roads in various local government areas, including Omala, Idah, Bassa,
Local government
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned Governor Monday Okpebholo for defying multiple court judgements reinstating duly elected local government chairmen across the state. The party described the governor's actions as "flagrant lawlessness" and "a direct assault on the
Local government
The Lagos State Government has restated its position that the issue of local government autonomy is not applicable in the state, with Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mr. Bolaji Robert, asserting that council chairmen have unfettered access to their federal allocations. This stance comes despite a
Local government
The BNP's campaign for restoring democracy in Bangladesh took a new turn as senior leader Nazrul Islam Khan emphasized the need for a national election to bring stability to the country. Speaking at a seminar in Bogra, Khan stated that local government polls cannot achieve the main goal
Local government
The Edo chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed concern over the illegal removal of locally elected officials, undermining grassroots governance in the state. Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, Chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee in Edo, made a press conference appeal on Wednesday, citing several high court judgments that
Local government
Tensions have been high between Lagos and Ogun states over disputed land, particularly in the Ode-Omi axis, with both states claiming historical and administrative ownership. The Lagos State Government has taken formal steps to resolve the matter, contacting the National Boundary Commission (NBC) for mediation. The Commissioner for Local Government,
Local government
The people of Ishinkwor and Abaomege in Onicha local government area of Ebonyi State have been embroiled in a communal crisis for many years. The dispute over a vast fertile land has resulted in the loss of lives and destruction of properties worth billions of naira. Despite efforts by the
Local government
undreds of youths in Auchi-Igarra-Ibillo, Edo State, staged a protest on Wednesday over the poor state of the road, which has led to a surge in kidnappings and lack of adequate infrastructure in the area. The protesting youths blocked the Auchi-Igarra-Ibillo road, causing a gridlock that lasted for several hours.
Local government
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in ward 5, Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi, has been reportedly killed by his abductors. Adepoyigi was kidnapped at his residence in Ifon a few days ago, and his captors initially demanded a ransom of ?100 million,
Local government
The State Health Benefits Program, which provides health coverage to 56.2% of New Jersey's local government employers, is on a path to complete collapse due to years of municipal departures, soaring premiums, and surging prescription drug use. The program's plan faces cumulative premium increases set
Local government
The Lagos State government, under the leadership of Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Bolaji Robert, has flatly dismissed the concept of local government autonomy, labeling it as alien to the state. This statement was made during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing to mark the second year
