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CROSIEC has declared a sweeping victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent local government elections. The APC won all 18 chairmanship and 196 councillorship positions across the state, cementing its control over local governance. This comprehensive win signals a strong foothold for the APC in Cross River, extending its influence in both…

On October 30, 2024, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued a restraining order against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), halting the release of monthly financial allocations to Rivers State. The court order stems from a legal dispute concerning the utilization and distribution of public funds allocated to the state….

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has implemented a new policy limiting the number of vehicles in the official convoys of Ministers, Ministers of State, and Heads of Federal Government Agencies. According to the new directive, these top government officials are now restricted to a maximum of three vehicles in their convoys, a significant reduction compared to…

The Nigerian Government has approved pivotal tax agreements with Hong Kong and Botswana, aimed at eliminating double taxation and tackling tax evasion. This strategic move was announced by the Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, during a briefing after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. The agreements focus on ensuring that income is not taxed twice across…

Uba Maigari, Minister of State for Steel Development, recently spoke on the current state of the nation, emphasizing the extensive work being done by the government. According to Uba Maigari, despite prevailing sentiments among citizens, the government is making significant strides in addressing Nigeria’s numerous challenges. However, many of these efforts go unnoticed due to…

On Wednesday, the Senate affirmed its alignment with the July 11, 2024, Supreme Court judgment, which granted full financial autonomy to the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria. The court’s decision was a landmark victory for local governments, ensuring their financial independence and reducing their reliance on state governments. However, the Senate expressed disapproval…

The recent local government elections in Rivers State have ignited a political firestorm, with both factions of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) rejecting the legitimacy of the poll. The elections, held on Saturday, were marred by violence, including explosions and gunfire, raising serious questions about the electoral process. Despite…