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6 PDP Lawmakers in Zamfara Defect to APC

Six members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have officially defected from the PDP to the APC, citing unresolved internal crises and poor governance. Get the full list of defectors and their reasons.

Atiku: Tinubu Breaches Constitution on LG Autonomy

Atiku Abubakar accuses President Tinubu of defying a Supreme Court judgment on local government financial autonomy, calling it a political strategy and a breach of oath. Read the full details.

Tinubu Threatens Governors on LG Autonomy

President Bola Tinubu warns state governors he may issue an executive order to enforce direct allocation to local governments, following the Supreme Court ruling. Read the full story.

SDP Hails Supreme Court Ruling, Demands INEC Compliance

SDP hails Supreme Court's landmark judgment affirming party autonomy. Acting Chairman Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe demands INEC's full compliance and end to interference. A victory for Nigeria's democracy.

Tinubu Confident on Passing State Police Law

President Bola Tinubu assures that state police will be established to boost security. He also mandates governors to enforce local government autonomy. Read the full story.

Tinubu: Nigeria Will Definitely Have State Police

President Bola Tinubu has declared his administration's firm resolve to establish state police in Nigeria. Speaking at an APC caucus meeting, he cited international backing and party support for the crucial security reform.

Tinubu to Governors: Release LG Funds for Autonomy

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigeria's 36 governors to comply with the Supreme Court judgment by handing over local government allocations. He insists true autonomy depends on it.

Ex-PDP Spokesman Ologbondiyan Dumps Party

Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, joining a wave of high-profile defections weakening Nigeria's main opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.

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.

Zamfara: Two APC Lawmakers Defect to PDP

Two Zamfara State House of Assembly members have resigned from the APC, citing poor leadership and internal divisions. They have officially joined the PDP, strengthening the opposition's position in the state. Read more.

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.

10 Unspoken Rules for Your Office End-of-Year Party

Heading to your office end-of-year party? Follow this unspoken code of conduct to enjoy the night, stay professional, and avoid next-day embarrassment. Essential tips for Nigerian professionals.

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.

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