…Adamu said, adding that these lapses, compounded by negligence on the part of some public officers, enabled the suspect to operate unchecked. The ICPC chief said that, based on the findings, the commission had made three recommendations. They include the prosecution of Adeyemi Matthew, administrative sanctions against…

…growing hardship across the country. These are the issues that deserve the attention of public office holders. “It is also curious that the minister now seeks to present himself as the sole custodian of Rivers State’s political destiny. Rivers State belongs to its people, not to any individual. No one possesses the exc…

…Development, Kafilat Ogbara, the Speaker said leadership is not merely about occupying public office but about responsibility, accountability and respect for democratic institutions. “It is high time we prepared young people for power. As the trustees of our tomorrow, they must understand how government works and how t…

…of Federal Government of Nigeria v. Farouk Lawan, established that legislative aides are public officers within the meaning of the ICPC Act. According to Olatoye, the court discharged and acquitted the former lawmaker on 10 counts of corruption and diversion of public funds after finding that the prosecution failed to…

…Can Cause Loss of US Citizenship?The US said one circumstance involves running for public office in a foreign country under certain conditions.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Another is entering military service in a foreign country, although this also depends on specifi…

…democracy depends on responsible leadership and an electorate willing to hold public office holders accountable. The post CBCN right to raise concerns over insecurity, economy — Don appeared first on Vanguard News.

…to these challenges is not more of the same. The solution is leaders who understand that public office is a sacred trust, not personal enterprise. “Leaders, who prioritise common good over private gain; and have the competence to translate vision into policy, and courage to translate policy into results.” To the gradua…

…service to humanity and our relationship with God,” Jang said. He urged politicians and public office holders to focus on leaving behind a legacy of integrity and selfless service rather than becoming consumed by the pursuit of political office and material possessions. Addressing young Nigerians, Jang called on them t…

…individuals whose lives embody excellence in leadership rather than merely holding public office or attaining professional distinction. The Prize consists of a medal, plaque and certificate and represents national recognition of exemplary leadership rooted in service, integrity and enduring public impact. The recipient…

…a new crop of beneficiaries, but the script remains the same. Nigeria is a country where public office is a licence to plunder, where accountability is a foreign concept, and where the masses are expected to tighten their belts while the elite loosen theirs. Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, chairman of the Senate Committee…

…who earned less than N1m monthly, became a millionaire in less than eight years in public office. It is important to note that Malami has not been convicted of a crime. At least, not yet. But public service in Nigeria has historically been an avenue to get rich quick, and a commodious conduit and fecund farmland that a…

…to investigate what he described as credible reports of voter intimidation and abuse of public office. The statement further argued that the outcome of elections in Taraba State cannot be determined by the number of civil servants alone, maintaining that the collective will of the electorate remains the deciding factor…

…integrity of public administration, safeguarding the rule of law, and ensuring that no public office or institution operates outside the framework of the Constitution and the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.” The committee also reaffirmed its commitment to conducting the investigation impartially and profession…

…institution, not a privilege to be granted or withdrawn at the discretion of any public officer. “No chief executive, regardless of office, possesses the legal authority to undermine workers’ lawful right to organise or disregard obligations arising from a duly executed agreement.” The unions also accused the hospital…

…and gave generously without seeking recognition. If those accounts are accurate, public office did not create his compassion. It merely enlarged its reach.Perhaps nothing illustrates that humanity more profoundly than another story. Raised in a Christian family by parents who are both clerics, Mr. Ajayi reportedly mobi…

…planning, digital public expenditure tracking and strict personal accountability for public officers. “When the owner of the barn invites goats to keep watch over his harvest, he should not be surprised when hunger follows abundance. Nigeria deserves custodians of her commonwealth, not Bourdillon caretakers of waste,”…

…in which he was defeated by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. He is banned from public office, though he is appealing. He was moved to house arrest in March for health reasons. Moraes said that additionally Bolsonaro cannot have any visits for “political or electoral purposes” until after the elections, nor can he d…

…the country where we need to challenge the special privileges given to the rich and top public officers in the country,” he said. “Yesterday, I was watching the telly, I was very sad when I saw that the federal government was handing over the keys of houses to judges, and I asked myself under what law we are operating…

…data should empower both the media and citizens to demand greater accountability from public office holders. The minister said journalists must move beyond routine event coverage to investigative reporting that highlights gaps in the education sector and tracks government performance using verifiable evidence. Accordin…

…the rescued pupils, teachers and their families, the senator cautioned politicians and public office holders against politicising security issues. “Security is not a partisan matter. Criminals do not ask their victims which political party they belong to before attacking them. When our security agencies record successe…

…faulted the notion that the government was under pressure, arguing that officials sought public office willingly and should not now complain about the demands of governance. “Did anyone beg you to take up this? If I remember clearly, apart from the fact that this is public service, and you do everything within your pow…

…that she publish full-page apologies in national newspapers before considering her for public office. That is the dangerous implication of his warped reasoning. This is hate speech disguised as political commentary, and every Nigerian who genuinely believes in national unity should condemn it in the strongest possible…

…the rule of law. Addressing journalists, the group’s Convener, Shuaibu Abdulkadir, said public office demands honesty, accountability and respect for the rule of law. He said, “Where criminal liability has been established through due process, the full weight of the law should be applied to protect the integrity of our…

…Obi is making it to seem. He opined that he has done more for Nigeria through serving in public office than Obi has ever done. He also opined that since President Tinubu is on the ballot as a presidential candidate, he is by extension also a presidential candidate. Watch a video of him speaking below View this post on…

…to him, these are roles Obi has never held. "By contrast, Peter Obi's highest elective public office and entire experience has been Governor of Anambra State. Beyond that, he has not held any other executive or legislative public office. Not party chairman, not minister, and never a senator. At every stage, Umahi's lea…