…as well as diversification of protein sources. They also urged the Federal and relevant state governments to publicly disclose the JBS MoU and conduct independent and comprehensive Environmental and Social Impact Assessments before approving industrial animal-farming projects.

Seven state governments increased their domestic debt stocks by a combined N355.18bn in the first quarter of 2026, despite repeated claims by some governors that they had not contracted fresh loans to meet the financial needs of their administrations. The increase, however, was concentrated in only seven sub-national g…

…“No single institution can build Nigeria’s digital future alone. The Federal Government, state governments, the private sector, academia and development partners all have complementary roles to play,” he said. The partnership therefore places the Enugu facilities within a wider push to use digital infrastructure and hu…

…the issue of returning schools to their proprietors falls within the jurisdiction of state governments, and reiterated that freedom of religion is already guaranteed under the Constitution. Opata also claimed that the bishops applauded the President at different points during his response. Commenting on the President’s…

…The examination body, however, withheld the results of candidates sponsored by indebted state governments pending the settlement of outstanding payments owed to the council. The Head of the Nigeria National Office of WAEC, Dr Amos Dangut, announced this on Wednesday during a press briefing at the Council’s headquarters…

…Management Teams had already been constituted in federal tertiary hospitals, while state governments had been encouraged to establish similar structures in their health facilities. Salako further announced that the initiative would now be institutionalised through dedicated budgetary provisions and the establishment of…

…Marina and several others. The displaced residents appealed to the federal and Sokoto State governments to urgently deploy additional security personnel and provide APCs to enable security operatives reclaim the area and allow displaced families to return home safely. The Chairman of Sabon Birni Local Government Area,…

…who invest their labour in the nation’s future, and, very importantly, the ambitions of state governments.” The VP urged Council members to ensure that every decision reached at NEC left ordinary Nigerians with confidence that their government was attentive and responsive to their daily struggles. “Every decision we ma…

…and is on the rise. I haven't borrowed a dime since I became governor." He said state governments could achieve significant development through careful management of available resources rather than relying heavily on borrowing.The governor also called on Nigerians to increase their patronage of locally made products, s…

…improving macroeconomic stability had created fresh investment opportunities, urging state governments to work together to drive economic growth and create jobs. Speaking at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit in Asaba, Soludo said the country’s recent economic reforms had made Nigeria more attractive to inv…

…FILE: Doctors Despite billions of naira invested over the years by the Federal and state governments to improve Nigeria’s primary healthcare system, no fewer than 6,516 Primary Healthcare Centres nationwide remain non-functional, limiting access to essential healthcare services, particularly for residents of rural comm…

…effective monitoring mechanisms and stronger collaboration among the Federal Government, state governments, local communities and security agencies. He noted that the creation of the dedicated department underscores the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to ensuring that every Nigerian child, fr…

…competent, ethical and accountable practitioners. The traditional ruler said state governments should retain responsibility for land administration, planning and development control, while professional bodies continue regulating their respective professions. He said the framework would strengthen consumer protection, r…

…the national transmission network, harmonise electricity regulations between federal and state governments, invest in key transmission corridors and implement a Super Grid Programme to strengthen the national grid.FG trains 5,000 youths on prepaid meter installation amid a rise in demand. ImagesThe minister expressed o…

…certainly not the reality in many states from around 2014. Even about four years ago, 27 state governments struggled to meet even their most basic obligations. Many of those civil servants and pensioners are themselves parishioners in Catholic churches. They know, from lived experience rather than official pronouncemen…

…to the statement, the programme is being implemented in partnership with participating state governments to improve security in forests, border communities and other ungoverned spaces exploited by criminal elements. The latest deployment follows the earlier training and graduation of more than 7,000 forest guards in Bo…

…of economic challenges. To identify beneficiaries, the Federal Government partnered with state governments, the Nigerian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), ministers, senators, and members of the House of Representatives. Beneficiaries were shortlisted using the Federal Government’s approved selection…

…that the incoming registrar has more than 15 years of experience advising federal and state governments on digital transformation, institutional reforms and systems design. Aina has also served as a consultant to examination bodies, including the National Examinations Council and the National Business and Technical Exa…

…achieving nationwide coverage. “According to the Controller-General, while a number of state governments have already enrolled inmates into their respective state health insurance schemes, discussions are at an advanced stage to achieve nationwide coverage under the National Health Insurance Authority framework,” he sa…

…as central to the commission’s effectiveness, urging it to work closely with state governments across the South-West, traditional institutions, the private sector and development partners, and to avoid treating sister bodies as competitors. “Across the world, successful regions are those that invest in innovation, huma…

…the State Government, Kingsley Emu, called for greater devolution of security powers to state governments. He questioned the current constitutional arrangement that leaves governors with limited authority over security despite being designated as chief security officers of their states. He said, “In a federation such a…

…on its good name.” He emphasised that banditry is a national menace that the federal and state governments are taking every necessary step to contain. He commended the federal and state governments for measures so far taken to restore peace and security in the community, noting that every effort would be made to effect…

…including Edo, face a heightened risk of flooding during the rainy season. In response, state governments have intensified sensitisation campaigns, evacuation plans and drainage clearance to reduce the impact of anticipated floods.

…of electricity to all LGAs and another N50 billion equity investment by franchise State Governments in KEDCO for embedded energy, network improvements. The special adviser said that crucial fiscal changes have begun reducing the financial burden on the central government, with sector policies actively transitioning tow…

…— because once it is, it can never be taken back,” he said. Bakrin further urged state governments to leverage the Electricity Act 2023 to develop competitive power markets, improve access to industrial land, streamline levies and align technical education with industrial needs. He said improving industrial competitive…