The Supreme Court’s recent ruling affirming financial autonomy for local governments is a historic moment for governance at the grassroots level in Nigeria. This landmark verdict, which ends the long-standing practice of state governors controlling local government funds via joint accounts, marks a turning point in Nigeria’s political structure. For years, local governments, the third…
Defense Minister, Bello Matawalle, has reiterated the federal government’s commitment to ending banditry in Sokoto State. During a visit to the state, Bello Matawalle emphasized that the government is determined to flush out criminals and restore peace to the region. He acknowledged the suffering of the people and assured them that the government is working…
The Nigerian government, through the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a significant investment of $800 million to improve electricity supply across the nation. This funding is part of the broader Presidential Power Initiative, which aims to modernize and expand the country’s power infrastructure. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Power…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted a request by the Nigeria Police Force to remand 124 #EndBadGovernance protesters for 60 days. Justice Emeka Nwite issued the order after hearing ex-parte motions presented by the police. This decision allows authorities to detain the protesters while investigations into their alleged criminal activities continue. The protesters…
In response to the recent landmark Supreme Court decision granting financial autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas, public discourse has intensified regarding the future of electoral processes at the grassroots level. Many voices across the nation have advocated for the abolition of State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs), arguing that these bodies are often beholden…
The Supreme Court’s landmark verdict on local government autonomy has reignited discussions on the necessity of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) overseeing local council elections. The ruling, delivered on July 11, 2024, declared unconstitutional the state governments’ refusal to grant financial autonomy to local governments and the arbitrary removal of elected council chairmen. This…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has finally delivered the long-awaited verdict on the financial autonomy of the 774 local government areas across the nation. The apex court, in its lead judgment read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, observed that the state governments’ refusal to grant financial autonomy to local governments had persisted for over two decades….
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has welcomed the recent landmark decision by the Supreme Court to restore financial autonomy to local government authorities across Nigeria. This ruling, issued on Thursday, July 11, 2024, marks a significant shift in power dynamics, curtailing state governments’ ability to interfere with local government operations. NLC President Joe Ajaero praised…
President Tinubu establishment of ministry of livestock was welcomed because Nigeria has long struggled with persistent clashes between farmers and herders, which have led to significant loss of life, destruction of livelihoods, and a growing food insecurity crisis. These conflicts are rooted in a complex web of issues, including governance, political tensions, and social dynamics,…
The Supreme Court is poised to announce its highly anticipated verdict on the legal case regarding the autonomy of local governments (LG) on Thursday, July 11. This landmark decision has the potential to reshape the country’s political landscape, granting complete independence to the 774 local governments and potentially revolutionizing the way the country is governed….
