Local government
Nelson Adepoyigi, the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ifon Ward 5, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been abducted by kidnappers. The incident occurred on Monday evening at the entrance of his farm along the Ifon-Owo road. The kidnappers have demanded a ransom of N100
Local government
Hundreds of women from Bille Kingdom in Degema local government area of Rivers State staged a peaceful protest in Port Harcourt, the state capital, over the rise in sea pirate activities on the Bille waterways. The protest was sparked by recent kidnappings, including one on May 6, 2025, where 16
Local government
A 16-year-old SS2 class student of a private secondary school in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, was arrested for faking her own kidnap and demanding a ransom of N2 million. According to the state Police Public Relations Officer, Joshua Ukandu, the girl had planned the hoax with the help of a family
Local government
As part of California's ongoing efforts to tackle the nationwide homelessness crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom has released a model ordinance for cities and counties to address unhealthy and dangerous encampments. The Governor is calling on every local government to adopt and implement local policies without delay, backed by
Local government
The Enugu State government has inaugurated a steering committee to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV), a social malaise that has been prevalent in the state. The committee, chaired by Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih, is composed of representatives from various ministries, the Nigeria Police Force,
Local government
A proposed development of 4,400 homes, employment space, and community infrastructure in Little Barford has raised concerns that it could impact potential future development at Tempsford, according to Central Bedfordshire Council leader Adam Zerny. The developer's report acknowledges that building on the site could result in more
Local government
In a major milestone, LG Electronics Nigeria has successfully inaugurated a solar-powered borehole in the Illah community of Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State. This project marks a significant enhancement in access to clean and safe water for hundreds of residents, addressing the long-standing challenge of obtaining water from
Local government
The West Tamar Council recently allocated thousands of dollars through its Community Grants stream, supporting various local initiatives. This review examines four recent funding requests, highlighting the council's decisions and the reasoning behind them. By doing so, we gain insight into the council's priorities and the
Local government
The restoration of electricity to Bekwarra Local Government Area in Cross River State, Nigeria, has brought a long-awaited relief to its residents. According to Theresa Ushie, the Executive Chairman of Bekwarra LGA, this historic milestone is a testament to the commitment of Governor Bassey Otu to prioritizing the needs of
Local government
Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government has taken stringent action against the Amritsar Municipal Corporation, addressing growing concerns over the city's poor sanitation. In response to extensive public complaints and media reports highlighting the grim situation, the state government issued a formal show-cause notice to
Local government
The Senate has summoned the Nigerian military to redeploy troops and advanced equipment to Borno and Yobe states in the face of a rising Boko Haram threat. The move comes after a surge in attacks across the North-East region, resulting in the deaths of over a dozen soldiers and civilians.
Local government
The Nigerian Senate has taken urgent action in response to the recent surge in Boko Haram attacks in the Northeast region. Following the killing of soldiers in Marte town, Monguno Local Government Area, and an attack in Gajiram, the headquarters of Nganzai LGA, the Senate has directed the military to
