The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has announced plans to hold stakeholders meetings in Abuja in July. The NNPP National Secretary, Mr. Oginni Olaposi Sunday, stated this in a press statement in Abuja on Sunday, stressing that issues affecting the party and other critical internal matters will be deliberated on. According to Oginni, party leaders and elders across the country are expected to attend. The National Secretary said, “Critical issues affecting the 23 years old political...

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has charged traditional rulers in the state to collaborate with the government to improve security in their domains through intelligent information gathering. The governor gave the charge while presenting staff and instrument of office to the Alaawe of Aawe, Oba Cornelius Taiwo Oladokun. He also charged the traditional rulers to cooperate, stressing that no development could take place without cooperation and collaboration. Represented by his Deputy, Barr. Bayo Lawal, the...

The controversy surrounding the alleged diversion of N1.5 billion meant for the payment of contractors by principal officers of the Women’s Affairs and Social Development has forced the House of Representatives Committee on Women’s Affairs and Social Development to order the stoppage of all contract processes in 2024 until the issue is resolved. The directive by the House followed a petition by contractors of the ministry to the House of Representatives over non-payment of contracts...

As Nigeria’s constitution is undergoing amendment, traditional rulers and Nigerians have been assured that the 10th House of Representatives is committed to establishing constitutional roles for traditional rulers and local government autonomy Tajuddeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives, gave the assurance on Thursday after a panel discussion on the role of traditional rulers in national development during ‘Open Week 2024’ event, which celebrated 25 years of uninterrupted democracy in the country. According to...