Barth Ndubuwah, Port Harcourt As the October 5th local government election date in Rivers State approaches, the Rivers Civil Society Organisations (RIVSCO) has tasked the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) with ensuring a free and fair election. Briefing journalists…
By Umar Akilu Majeri Dutse The Jigawa State Independent Election Commission (JISIEC) has announced that local government elections will take place on October 5, 2024. Chairman Auwalu Muhd Harbo confirmed the commission’s readiness during a recent press briefing, stating that…
…As Alia tasks candidates to canvass vigorously to win for APC By Titus Atondu, Makurdi The All Progressives Congress (APC) has flagged off a mega Local Government campaign for the October 5th council polls. Benue Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth…
…As PTAD denies widespread problems By Esther Agbo A group of federal pensioners under the umbrella of Concerned Federal Pensioners has raised fresh allegations against the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), accusing the agency of neglecting to resolve their outstanding…
By Sodiq Adelakun The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) has announced an ambitious five-year Strategic Action Plan set to revolutionise wastewater management in Lagos from 2025 to 2030. Jointly developed with USAID and the Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and…
By Sodiq Adelakun The newly appointed Commissioner of Police for Lagos State, Ishola Olanrewaju, has declared a firm stance against crime, vowing to “smoke out” criminals rather than simply asking them to leave. This bold assertion came during his inaugural…
By Sodiq Adelakun The Lagos State government has taken decisive action against noise pollution by sealing the Celestial Church of God, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, and seven businesses in various neighbourhoods including Ikeja, Mushin, Gbagada, and Maryland. Commissioner…
By Esther Agbo In an era where youth unemployment remains a pressing concern, the FCMB Flexxtern Programme stands out as a key player in Nigeria’s fight to bridge the gap between education and employment. As the latest group of 30…
In a call to action, the Lagos State government has urged parents to put the education, health, and overall well-being of children with special needs at the forefront of their priorities. Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Health District 1, Dr.…
The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) and Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN), an NGO, have taken steps to reduce methane emissions in Nigeria. The Director-General of NOSDRA, Mr Chukwuemeka Woke, stated this when the Executive Director, SDN, Mr…
