The Fiscal Efficiency and Budget Committee under Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission has promised to assist the Kebbi State Government to access N83.2 billion Development of Natural Resources Fund to boost rice production in the state. The Committee Chairman, Alhaji Adamu Shettima Yuguda-Dibal, Wazirin Biu gave the assirance when he led members of the…
Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Adewale Olumide Egbedun has urged Indigenes and residents of Osun State to be resolute in prayers for the progress of the state at all times. In his New Year message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Olamide Tiamiyu, the Speaker appreciated God for his protection…
The Borno State Government wishes to acknowledge the humanitarian support of all legally-registered and rule-compliant non-governmental organizations operating in the State. However, the Government operates a zero-tolerance against erring entities. This was contained in a statement issued by the Directorate of InformationBorno State Ministry of Information and Internal Security, on Sunday. According to the statement,…
By James Bamgbose Moments from now, 2023 will wind up, and a new year, 2024, will be ushered in. Governor Ademola Adeleke finishes 2023 with a spectacular performance, navigating complex governance issues to deliver better outcomes, making hitherto impossible things possible, and diligently pursuing infrastructural renewal and economic growth of the state. This year, Governor…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state, this evening paid courtesy visit to the former Ekiti state Governor, Ayo Fayose in Lagos.
A truck has once again damaged a height barrier at Ojuelegba in Lagos State on Saturday. This was revealed in a post on X by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority on Saturday. The post read, “The Ojuelegba Bridge barrier has been destroyed by another truck. Men are on ground for evacuation.” PUNCH reports that…
Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye launched a virulent anti-gay tirade on Friday, saying same-sex couples should be publicly stoned. He also lashed out at Western countries that press other nations to allow gay rights or risk losing aid. Homosexuality in Burundi, a conservative Christian country in East Africa, has been criminalised since 2009 with prison terms…
By James Bamgbose The recent statement from a group calling themselves the “Progressive e-group” reveals a lack of progressiveness in their thinking. Despite being expected to embody youthful vigor, their statement instead reflects a regressive mindset. What progress can be expected from a group aligned with a party that has shown a lack of understanding…
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has said that he is qualified and competent to be the President of Nigeria, adding that he would grab the opportunity if it arises. In an exclusive interview with Arise News, on Friday, the governor, who also spoke on his ongoing works in Osun State, said that he…
The Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy has announced the commencement of applications for teaching positions under its Build-A-Thon initiative programme. The programme which was launched earlier in December, according to the Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, will promote early-technology adoption among senior secondary students. The programme will run for…
