News from States
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Avoid planned protests, Cross River urges residents
The Cross River State Government has issued a caution to its residents against participating in a planned protest set to commence on August 1, 2024. The protest, organized by disgruntled youths in collaboration with their peers from other states, aims to address the widespread economic hardships facing the nation. Reacting to the development, Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, in a…
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Rivers Crisis: Court declines to bar Fubara from spending government funds
A Federal High Court in Abuja has declined to bar Governor Siminalayi Fubara from spending government funds pending the hearing and determining the suit filed by the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly. Ruling on the motion ex parte marked FHC/ABJ/CS/984/24, Justice Emeka Nwite declined to grant the prayers, though he ordered the plaintiffs to put the defendants on…
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Kogi backs FG’s economic efforts, urges citizens to reject protests
The Kogi State government has pledged its full support for federal initiatives aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s economy while urging citizens to reject violent protests. Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, made this call in a press statement on Sunday, advocating for the “Not-In-My-State” movement against violent demonstrations. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working tirelessly to restore economic stability…
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President Tinubu launches agricultural empowerment programme in Yobe
…Restates firm resolve to create jobs, diversify Nigeria’s economy By Kunle Sanni As part of efforts to ensure food security and stimulate economic growth across Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday launched the Yobe State Agricultural Empowerment Programme in Damaturu, the state capital. The initiative, which includes the provision of agricultural machinery and implements, is part of a broader…
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Benue to implement N70,000 minimum wage
…Declares curfew on night ceremonies Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has announced that his administration is set to implement the Federal Government-approved N70,000 minimum wage for state workers. Speaking with journalists in Makurdi on Friday, Governor Alia emphasized his administration’s commitment to ensuring efficient governance and the well-being of civil servants, whom he described as the “engine room of government.”…
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FG intensifies crackdown on illegal mining in Kogi
The federal government has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining with the recent arrest of several suspects allegedly involved in the illicit extraction of gold in the Yagba East Local Government Area (LGA) of Kogi State. The operation, conducted by mining marshals in Iyeh Odogbe, Isanlu community of Yagba East LGA, targeted illegal miners who have obstructed licensed miners from…
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Fubara denies proposing N80,000 minimum wage for workers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has described as “unverified claims”, reports that he had proposed to pay a minimum wage of ₦80,000 to workers in the state and local government areas. The denial came following reports circulating online, that the governor had promised to pay the said sum. A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, on Friday described…
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Gombe launches major desilting initiative to combat flooding
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has initiated a major desilting operation of storm drains within Gombe metropolis. The project, launched on Wednesday at the Unguwa Uku community, aims to prevent flooding, protect infrastructure, and curb disease outbreaks as the rainy season progresses. At the flag-off ceremony, Governor Yahaya emphasized the importance of the initiative for safeguarding lives and property.…
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My son not held in custody in India for murder – Zulum
By Kunle Sanni The Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has addressed rumors claiming that his son has been arrested for the alleged murder of a citizen in India. This clarification was issued in a signed statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Abdurrahman Bundi, in response to circulating rumors. The governor’s media unit stated…
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Kaduna Assembly hires Falana to prosecute Ex-Gov El-Rufai
The Kaduna State House of Assembly has enlisted the services of renowned human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), to lead the prosecution of former governor Nasir El-Rufai over allegations of corruption. As reported by Sahara Reporters, Falana will spearhead a team of lawyers commencing investigations on Thursday in Kaduna to uncover the alleged widespread corruption. The former governor is…
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