Governor of Hyacinth Iormem Alia of Benue state, has officially launched the 2026 Fertilizer and Other Farm Inputs Sales and Distribution Exercise, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to food security, agricultural productivity, and rural economic development. The flag-off ceremony, held on Thursday, 4 June 2026, took place at the Benue Fertilizer and Chemicals Company, Industrial Layout, Naka Road, Makurdi, and drew government officials, agricultural stakeholders, traditional rulers, development partners, and farmers from across the state Speaking, governor Alia described the programme as more than a seasonal intervention, saying it reflects his administration’s determination to strengthen food production, improve farmers’ livelihoods, and…
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The Adamawa state government has expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace of work at the Adamawa College of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studies (ADCOTIES), Gulak, and has summoned contractors handling various aspects of the project to address delays in its completion. The state deputy governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, stated this on Thursday during an inspection visit to the institution in Gulak, Madagali local government council. Farauta said the government was determined to ensure the timely completion of the project to enable the institution commence academic activities and begin admitting students as scheduled. She stressed that the administration would continue to…
The Ekiti State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed a recent Court of Appeal judgment, describing it as a victory for constitutional order, internal democracy, and the rule of law within the party. In a statement issued on Thursday, the state chapter congratulated Dr. Tanimu Turaki (SAN), members of the Interim National Working Committee, and PDP members nationwide on what it called a significant legal victory. According to the party, the appellate court ruled that a purported caretaker committee lacked legal and constitutional backing, noting that it had no valid mandate from the PDP. The judgment also…
The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has called for the immediate and unconditional rescue of students and teachers abducted from Esiele and Yawota communities in Oriire local government council of Oyo state. The demand was made on Tuesday by the President of NANS, Comrade Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, who led a delegation of student leaders and allied organizations to Oyo state in solidarity with the victims and their families. The delegation comprised officials from the NANS National Headquarters, zonal leadership, Joint Campus Councils (JCCs), and representatives of sister student bodies, including the National Association of University Students (NAUS), National Association…
As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) in Taraba State, Aboki Stephen Bayonga, has called on young people, women and first-time voters to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise and play an active role in shaping the state’s future. Bayonga made the appeal in Jalingo shortly after receiving the party’s flag as its governorship candidate, using the occasion to highlight the importance of civic participation and democratic engagement. Addressing party supporters, stakeholders and community members, the DLA standard-bearer expressed confidence in the party’s prospects…
As governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, of Gombe state marks seven years of purposeful and people-centered democratic governance in the state, the Nigeria for Women Program Scale-Up Project (NFWP-SU) proudly celebrates a leadership that continues to prioritize inclusion, women empowerment, and sustainable community development. Under the visionary leadership of governor Yahaya, Gombe state has continued to create an enabling environment for development interventions to thrive, particularly in empowering women economically and socially through the Nigeria for Women Program Scale-Up Project. The state Project Coordinator of NFWP-SU in, Hajiya Hauwa Adamu Saraki, commended the governor for his unwavering support towards initiatives aimed…
The Edo state government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of children, promoting quality education, and strengthening sports development across the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo gave the assurance on Wednesday through his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, during the 2026 Children’s Day Celebration and Governor’s Cup Finale held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Addressing pupils, students, teachers, parents, school administrators, sports officials, and other guests, Okpebholo described children as the pride of Edo State and the future of the nation. He noted that the annual celebration serves as an opportunity to celebrate their dreams, talents, and potential.…
As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-ul-Adha 1447 AH, the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on leaders in Nigeria and globally to confront worsening insecurity, economic hardship and humanitarian crises threatening millions of lives. In a strongly worded Eid message, the organisation said the festival should serve as a period of reflection on sacrifice, justice, compassion and shared humanity rather than mere ritual celebration. The statement comes at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising insecurity, high living costs and uncertainty, while conflicts in different parts of the world, especially in Palestine, continue to generate global…
As governments across Nigeria intensify efforts to address food insecurity and boost agricultural production, the Adamawa state government has taken another major step toward strengthening mechanised farming with the distribution of tractors to local government councils across the state. However, beyond the handover ceremony, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has made it clear that accountability and proper management will determine the success of the intervention. Speaking during the formal handover of tractors to the 21 local government councils for the 2026 farming season at the Adamawa Agricultural Authority in Kofare, Yola North Local Government Area, Governor Fintiri warned council chairmen against…
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the deployment of a company of troops to the Republic of Benin in April 2026 to support security and democratic stability during the country’s election period. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said the deployment was carried out on the directive of President Bola Tinubu as part of efforts to ensure a peaceful electoral process in the neighbouring West African nation. According to the statement, the troops were not involved in the conduct of the elections but were deployed to provide a stabilising presence…