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Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy

Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.

ASUU Accepts FG's 40% Salary Deal for Lecturers

Nigerian university lecturers are set for their most significant salary boost in over a decade as ASUU finalises a deal with the Federal Government. See the new salary structure and details of the agreement here.

Finidi Promises Rivers United Bounce Back

Rivers United manager Finidi George assures fans the team will recover from recent poor form. Read his analysis of the psychological impact and plans for the NPFL clash vs Abia Warriors.

True Local Govt Autonomy Needs More Than Supreme Court

Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy is just the start. Experts argue real change requires good governance, anti-corruption measures, and cooperative federalism to empower grassroots development. Read the full analysis.

Abia Community Protests Leader's Detention in Abuja

Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.

Ubani: No Security Without LG Autonomy

Legal expert Dr Monday Ubani (SAN) warns Nigeria's insecurity will persist unless local councils are empowered. He says grassroots governance is the missing pillar in Tinubu's security plan.

Tinubu, Otti Meet Over Nnamdi Kanu's Release

President Bola Tinubu met with Abia Governor Alex Otti to discuss securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. This follows Otti's recent visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

Otti's team escapes gunmen attack in Imo

Governor Alex Otti's advance team narrowly escaped an attack by unidentified gunmen in Imo State. No casualties reported. Security agencies are investigating the incident.

Gov Otti: My convoy was not attacked by gunmen

Abia Governor Alex Otti's office dismisses reports of an attack on his convoy. An advance team was ambushed near Owerri airport. No lives were lost. Read the full details.

Abia's 2027 Power Tussle: Otti, Kalu, Umahi, Kalu Vie for Tinubu

A fierce political battle is raging in Abia State as Governor Alex Otti, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and Minister Dave Umahi compete for President Tinubu's support. This rivalry threatens governance and early 2027 electioneering.

Economic Triangle Proposed for S/South, S/East States

My-ACE China urges Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Abia governors to create an economic corridor that could rival Lagos. The proposed triangle would leverage ports, fabrication capacity, and blue economy potential.

Abia Seals Tinubu's Campaign Office in Umuahia

Abia State government has sealed President Tinubu's campaign office in Umuahia for violating tax laws. The action was taken by the Ministry of Lands and Housing on November 25. Read full details.

Abia seals Tinubu's campaign office over tax law

Abia State Government has sealed President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Partners campaign office in Umuahia for violating tax laws. Officials cited Sections 41 and 100 of State Tax Law No. 7 of 2020.

Nigeria's LG Autonomy: Court Win Meets Reality

Expert analysis reveals why Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy faces political resistance and constitutional challenges. Discover the path to true grassroots governance.

Kogi Youth Give 21-Day LG Autonomy Ultimatum

Youth groups in Kogi State demand immediate implementation of local government autonomy within 21 days, threatening statewide protests over constitutional violations.

Jandor, APC Leaders Commission Road in Egbe-Idimu

Lagos APC chieftain Jandor joins party leaders to commission Phidel College road, praising Chairman Balogun's 100-day achievements and empowerment of 500 residents with N50m grants.

PASAN Strike Halts Taraba Assembly Operations

Taraba State Assembly staff begin indefinite strike over financial autonomy and CONLESS. Meanwhile, all 16 PDP lawmakers defect to APC, reshaping the state's politics.

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