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Kebbi governor orders arrest of farmers trading off free agricultural inputs provided by govt
Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris has directed security operatives to arrest sellers and buyers of free agricultural inputs provided by government to farmers. The governor gave the order in Bagudo at the flag off of the distribution of agricultural inputs to farmers provided free by the Member, House of Representatives, Bagudo/ Suru Constituency, Muhammad Bello Ka’oje. Idris said those who…
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Ododo pledges more impactful projects in Kogi
The Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo has pledged to continue to deliver impactful projects across the state. He gave the assurance in a New Year message to residents on Wednesday. According to him, the incoming year will also enhance opportunities for youths. “My dear people of Kogi State. “As we stand on the threshold of a New Year, I…
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New Year: I’ll continue with ongoing reforms in 2025- Wike tells Abuja residents
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has assured residents of Abuja that he will continue with reforms from 2024 in the New Year. In a statement he issued on Wednesday, the minister after reeling out projects embarked upon in 2024, said massive infrastructural development is a key driver of economic growth and improved quality of life. He said…
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Okpebholo reconstitutes AAU governing council, appoints Orbih as Chairman
The governor of Edo State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo has approved the reconstitution of the Governing Council of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma. This was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, on Tuesday. A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Daniel Osikheme Orbih made the list as Chairman. Others are; Martins Osakwe,…
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Amaewhule-led Rivers Assembly criticises Fubara’s 2025 budget presentation before Oko-Jumbo-led House
The Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly has condemned the presentation of the 2025 Appropriations Bill by Governor Siminalayi Fubara to the three-member Assembly led by Victor Oko-Jumbo loyal to him. This was the theme of Tuesday’s plenary during which the House Judicial Committee led by the deputy speaker, Dumle Maol, presented the Court of Appeal judgement which affirmed…
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Fubara presents N1.1trn 2025 budget estimate
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has presented the 2025 budget proposal of ₦1.1 trillion to the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led Rivers State House of Assembly. The Appropriation Bill, tagged “Budget of Inclusive Growth and Development”, was presented during plenary on Monday. Arriving at the Assembly complex with members of his cabinet and other top government officials, Governor Fubara was warmly received as…
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President Tinubu approves establishment of federal university in Southern Kaduna
…As Vice President Shettima condoles Kukah family over passing of traditional ruler By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has approved a proposal to establish a federal university in Southern Kaduna. This announcement was made by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a condolence visit to the Kukah family, following the passing of His Highness, Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of…
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Stampedes: Importation of basic farm produce vital for food security – Nigerian Farmers
The President of the All Farmers’ Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Kabir Ibrahim, has urged the Federal Government to activate short-term measures including the importation of basic farm produce to flood the market with food. Ibrahim made this known during Channels Television’s 2024 End-Of-Year Review with the theme, ‘Focus on the Agriculture Sector, Food Security, Research and AfDB Investments’. “These short-term measures…
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VIDEO: Wike reveals how Peter Odili made his daughter Commissioner in Rivers
Former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has criticized his predecessor, Peter Odili, accusing him of turning the state into a personal estate during his tenure. Speaking during a public address, Wike said, “Between him and myself, who has turned Rivers State to his personal estate? His wife is the Chairman of a Governing Council, his daughter is a commissioner, his…
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Odili accuses Wike of power grab, praises Fubara’s leadership
By Kunle Sanni Former Rivers State Governor Peter Odili has alleged that Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), attempted to turn Rivers State into his “private estate.” According to Odili, current Governor Siminalayi Fubara thwarted these efforts, demonstrating resilience and effective leadership. Odili made the remarks during an event organized by the Odili family in Port Harcourt…
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