Local government
The just-conducted local government elections in New Zealand have seen a significant increase in representation from rural communities, with nearly 70 candidates linked to Federated Farmers elected. This surge in rural voices in council chambers is expected to have a substantial impact on decision-making processes, particularly in matters affecting rural
Local government
As President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s call for collective aid resonates, the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) is gearing up to send modular shelter units (MSUs) to Davao Oriental, following the devastating earthquakes that struck the province on October 10. DHSUD Secretary Jose Ramon Aliling
Local government
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, made a high-profile switch, abandoning the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mbah's motivations were centered around bridging the divide between the South-East region, particularly Enugu, and the central government. In a broadcast to the people of Enugu
Local government
The Mayor of Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, Kashif Ali, tabled a budget of Rs5.53 billion for fiscal 2025-26 during a recent budget session. The budget was passed with a majority vote in the house dominated by local government representatives associated with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). The mayor emphasized that
Local government
Kakai Bautista, a popular Filipina comedian and actress, has called on local government officials to fulfill their duties and serve the people in the aftermath of a series of devastating earthquakes that recently hit parts of the Philippines. In a passionate video posted on her Facebook page, Bautista criticized politicians
Local government
Residents of Umuawulu in Anambra State gathered to celebrate their illustrious son, Ikenga Umuawulu, for his remarkable contributions to community development and empowerment. The commissioning of 30.5 kilometers of standard roads, inaugurated by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, marked a significant milestone in the area's infrastructure development. Additionally,
Local government
Nigerian citizens are still reeling from the aftermath of devastating floods that have ravaged 27 states and the Federal Capital Territory. According to the National Emergency Management Agency's (NEMA) 2025 Flood Dashboard, over 236 people have lost their lives in the flooding, with Niger State recording the highest
Local government
Nigeria's joint social responsibility efforts by the Nigeria Army and the Nigeria Navy in Koya Town, Shanono Local Government Area, Kano state, have resulted in the commissioning of a mosque, boreholes, a health facility, and a tree-planting initiative. The projects reflect the military's commitment to maintaining
Local government
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has instructed local government units (LGUs) to quickly assess damaged structures in areas affected by the recent Cebu and Davao earthquakes. Priority should be given to structures in heavily affected barangays and those reported to have visible cracks, partial collapse, or
Local government
Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has called for enhanced earthquake preparedness nationwide, following two major earthquakes that rocked Davao Oriental last October 10. Teodoro, who is also chair of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, has instructed the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and other
Local government
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has redefined the concept of governance in Adamawa State, Nigeria, by introducing a unique blend of infrastructure development and digital transformation. Under his leadership, the state has witnessed a remarkable transformation, with modern superhighways, flyovers, and underpasses easing movement and promoting trade. The state's
Local government
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta state has expressed its confidence in President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, endorsing them as the party's sole candidates for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement came during the APC Stakeholders meeting in Asaba, which drew together top party leaders,
