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A total sum of N2.103 trillion, being revenue from September 2025 into the federation account has been shared to the federal government, 36 states and the local government governments The revenue was shared at the October 2025 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC)…
Since the return of democracy in 1999, no state pardon has generated as much outrage as the one just announced by President Bola Tinubu. And for good reason. President Tinubu has granted clemency to 175 convicts and former convicts, with the Presidency claiming the decision…
In about sixty days, the frenzy will begin. Another Christmas. Another season of celebration. Another season for all kinds of unhealthy mannerisms behind the wheel, I ask you, do you have a safety plan before the seasonal madness? Last week, I alerted you to tyre dangers.…
Irad Investment Ltd., an indigenous company, has decried alleged delay in payment after satisfactorily executing projects and contracts for Oando PLC. The firm in a statement said the issue has resulted in significant financial strain and disrupted its financial stability.…
Ogun State government has reaffirmed its determination to transform the state into Nigeria’s foremost regional transportation hub through strategic infrastructural investments. The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, stated this during a town hall meeting on the…
A Lagos-based non-profit organisation, Mental and Environmental Development Initiative for Children (MEDIC), has called on the Lagos State government and relevant environmental and law enforcement agencies to recover its donor-funded assets following the termination of its…
A philanthropist, Sir Kesington Adebutu, yesterday donated N4 billion to three local governments in Remoland, as well as his country home, Iperu Remo, to enhance the socio-economic well-being of the people in Ogun East Senatorial district. The three LGAs, Sagamu, Remo North,…
A medical expert with the World Health Organisation, Dr Fatoki Bashir Olajide, has warned against consumption meat obtained from bush animals as preventive measures against Monkey Pox. The technical officer, WHO, Osun Field Office, said no fewer than four cases have been…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday said his administration will strive to transform Lagos waterways from mere geographical features into vital corridors of economic opportunity and sustainable transportation. Speaking at the official launch of the Lagos State Waterways…
The Gwong Development Association (GDA) has cautioned the Kaduna State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) against making claims that could undermine ongoing peace efforts in Jema’a local government area of the state. In a statement…
The commissioner of the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC), Suleiman Yahaya Vokna, has resigned with immediate effect. Vokna, in a letter addressed to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, posted on social media and monitored by LEADERSHIP Weekend said the decision…
Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni, has urged all security agencies to maintain the existing peace in the state, saying government will support security personnel. Governor Buni disclosed this yesterday during a security council meeting at the Government House, Damaturu.…
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has begun a five-day workshop to train Jigawa State education managers on reviewing the State Educational Strategic Operational Plan (SESOP), for enhanced teaching and learning effectiveness across the state.…
The Kano State government has filed a 10-count criminal charge against former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former executive secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Hassan Bello and five others over the alleged diversion of N4.49 billion belonging to the state. The…
The Katsina State government is to build 123 schools, renovate 68 and expand 69 others to address critical infrastructure gaps in the education sector in the state. The commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Zainab Musa Musawa, disclosed this on Friday while…
Following the success of the Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0 held last week in Bauchi, Governor Bala Mohammed, has met with Ambassadors and key investors in Abuja to build on the momentum and chart the next course of action. The meeting focused on reviewing the outcomes of the…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned the Nigerian Police Force for using force to flout urban development regulations, leading to the demolition of its own multi-million naira estate in Gudu district of the territory. LEADERSHIP had…
A total of 877 students and undergraduates have been awarded scholarships by the Bayo and Bunmi Babalola Foundation (BBBF) in Kwara State. The co-founder of BBBF, Engr. Sunday Babalola, gave out the scholarships to the beneficiaries during the 10th edition of the scheme in…
