The October 5, 2024, Rivers State local government elections, intended to mark a milestone in democratic governance, were marred by widespread violence. Explosions and gunfire overshadowed the elections in several local government areas (LGAs), casting a shadow on the credibility of the process. The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) declared 22 chairmanship candidates from…
In a move that brings financial relief to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members across Nigeria, the federal government has announced a significant increase in the monthly allowance for corps members. The new allowance, set at N77,000, comes into effect from July 2024, marking a substantial jump from the previous N33,000. This adjustment follows a…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued an alert to 11 states over the planned water release from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. This information was conveyed in a press statement released on Tuesday by the Director-General of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), Umar Muhammed. The agency highlighted that controlled water releases from the…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has voiced his concern over the catastrophic flooding that recently hit Maiduguri, Borno State. In a press release by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu offered his heartfelt condolences to the people of Borno, particularly to families who have lost loved…
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…
