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Abuja – The Cross River State Government has disclosed that it invested more than ₦265 billion in the education sector between 2024 and 2026, as part of efforts to improve learning outcomes, expand access to quality education and strengthen institutional capacity across the state. Prof.Stephen Odey . Cross river state Commissioner for Education and social development. The Commissioner for Education, Senator Professor Stephen Odey, made the disclosure on Friday while presenting the education sector component of Governor Bassey Otu 's three-year scorecard at a town hall meeting held in Abuja. Addressing government officials, political leaders, stakeholders and Cross River indigenes resident in the Federal Capital Territory, Odey said the administration had prioritised education as a critical pillar of socio-economic development, resulting in significant investments in infrastructure, teacher development, examination support and digital learning. According to him, the state successfu...

The ongoing leadership dispute within the Social Democratic Party (SDP) took a new turn following a Supreme Court judgment that set aside an earlier decision of the Court of Appeal relating to issues surrounding the party's leadership and the conduct of its primary election in Ekiti State. In a unanimous judgment delivered in Suit No. SC/CV/229/2026 on May 22, 2026, the Supreme Court nullified the judgment of the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, which had addressed matters arising from the party's internal leadership contest and governorship primary election in Ekiti State. The case originated from Appeal No. CA/ABJ/CV/126/2026, filed by SDP member Fayemi Babatunde, who challenged the conduct of the party's Ekiti State governorship primary election and raised questions regarding the authority of the party officials who supervised the process. Babatunde argued that certain actions taken by the party leadership were inconsistent with the SDP constitution and relevant provisio...

The African Action Congress (AAC) has conducted its governorship primary election in Bauchi State , reaffirming its determination to take over the state's Government House in the 2027 general elections . The primary election, held at the Double 4 International Conference Centre in Bauchi, saw prominent businessman and philanthropist, Abdullahi Adamu Dan China , emerge as the party's governorship candidate unopposed. Speaking shortly after the declaration of the results, the State Chairman of the AAC, Ambassador Umar Y. Abubakar , described the exercise as transparent, peaceful, and a demonstration of the party's commitment to democratic principles and effective governance. The official announcement of Dan China's emergence was made by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Musa Abubakar . In his acceptance speech, Dan China called on supporters and eligible voters across the state to rally behind the AAC and work towards electoral victory in 2027. He pledged to build...

As the Federal government of Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu marked her Third Year in office on May 29 and the global community celebrated the 2026 International Children’s Day on May 27, the United Towns Agency for North South Cooperation (UTA) have called on the federal government to fast-track the immediate release of school children kidnapped in Oyo state and other parts of the country. Princess Abigail Amalaha , Country-President, UTA Nigeria In a press briefing by Princess Abigail Amalaha, Country-President of the International Non-Governmental Organisation; UTA bemoan the fate of about 39 children from Ahoro-Esinele community in Orire Local Council of Oyo state and countless number of children held in kidnappers den. What an irony of life that the government will mark such important events while her future leaders and some of their teachers are held hostage by ruthless kidnappers. According to her, schools are meant to be sanctuaries of learning, not hu...

  The Zamfara State Government has announced the commencement of Hajj flight operations at the Gusau International Airport, with security agencies issuing strict access guidelines to ensure smooth and secure movement of intending pilgrims. Frist flight taken off from the new Zamafera state Airport. In a statement issued by the Zamfara State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, security officials advised all relatives, supporters, and well-wishers accompanying pilgrims to remain at the designated Hajj Camp and avoid crowding the airport premises. According to the statement, only authorized personnel and intending pilgrims will be granted access into the airport during the Hajj operations. The authorities explained that the measure was introduced to maintain orderliness, enhance security, and ensure seamless flight activities throughout the airlift exercise. The government therefore appealed to members of the public to cooperate fully with security agencies by complying with the dir...

The Federal Government has praised the Jigawa State Government for its remarkable achievements in girl-child education, digital learning expansion, and educational inclusion through the effective implementation of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project . Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad , to Umar Namadi at the Government Duste the Jigawa state Capital  The commendation was made during a courtesy visit by the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, to Umar Namadi at the Government House in Dutse as part of ongoing monitoring and stakeholder engagement activities under the World Bank-supported AGILE Project. The AGILE Project, implemented by the Federal Ministry of Education, is aimed at improving access to secondary education, strengthening life skills, promoting digital learning, and supporting adolescent girls aged between 10 and 20, especially in underserved communities. Members of ministry of education wit...

 The Federal College of Veterinary and Medical Laboratory Technology has received the prestigious Corporate Ethics and Integrity Compliance Award from the Centre for Ethics and Self Value Orientation in recognition of its commitment to ethical leadership, accountability, transparency, and institutional integrity. The award was presented on May 19, 2026, following a comprehensive assessment of the institution’s ethics and integrity compliance standards for the 2025 operational year. According to the award citation, the college was recognised as a functional, accessible, and ethically driven institution that continues to meet public expectations through responsible leadership and effective administration. The recognition highlights the ongoing administrative reforms and leadership initiatives under the Provost, Dr. Chukwu O. O. Chukwu, whose stewardship was credited for strengthening professionalism and transparency within the institution. CESVO particularly commended the college for...

  The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced his withdrawal from the gubernatorial primaries of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Governor Fubara said the decision followed extensive consultations with his family, friends, and political associates, stressing that the interest of Rivers State must come above personal ambition. Sim Fubara  Governor of River state According to him, leadership demands sacrifice, especially at a time when the peace, stability, and unity of the state are paramount. “I have taken the difficult but necessary decision to withdraw from the APC gubernatorial primaries,” he stated, adding that he remains fully committed to supporting whoever emerges as the party’s candidate. The governor expressed appreciation to his supporters for their loyalty, prayers, and sacrifices throughout his political journey, acknowledging that many may feel disappoi...

  The Executive Chairman of Dass Local Government Area of Bauchi State , Mohammed Jibo , has commended the leadership style and developmental achievements of Governor Bala Mohammed , describing his administration as impactful across various sectors of the state economy. Jibo made the remarks while speaking with journalists shortly after attending an international workshop on leadership development initiatives and democracy held in Lagos . According to the chairman, Governor Bala Mohammed has recorded remarkable achievements in human capital development, infrastructure, agriculture, education, and healthcare, noting that his administration has transformed Bauchi State positively. He stated that the governor’s leadership approach has become a model for local government administrations across the 20 local government areas of the state. “Governor Bala Mohammed has transformed Bauchi State in many areas of development, and we have equally adopted some of his leadership strategies in ru...

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially cleared its former Publicity Secretary, Mohammed Kabiru Dim , to contest for the Tsafe/Gusau Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives . The Gausau PDP candidate being unveiled by party members and state chairman of the party During the presentation ceremony held at the party’s state headquarters in Zamfara, PDP officials formally introduced Dim to representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing him as a credible and experienced candidate capable of defeating the incumbent lawmaker of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Party leaders said Dim possesses the political experience, leadership qualities, and public support needed to secure victory for the PDP in the forthcoming elections. Speaking at the event, the PDP State Chairman, Zilfikar Auwal Tambaya , described Dim as a seasoned politician with a proven reputation and strong grassroots support across t...

Feminism is one of the most discussed social movements in the world today. Some people misunderstand it as a movement that encourages women to dominate men, while others see it as a fight for fairness and equal opportunities. In reality, feminism is about equality — the belief that women and men should have the same rights, respect, and opportunities in society. For many years, women around the world faced discrimination in education, employment, politics, and even within their homes. In some societies, girls were denied the opportunity to attend school because education was considered unnecessary for them. Women were expected to remain silent, depend entirely on men, and accept unfair treatment. Feminism emerged as a response to these inequalities. One of the greatest achievements of feminism is the improvement of women’s access to education . Today, many women are doctors, lawyers, journalists, engineers, and political leaders because they were given the chance to learn and grow. E...

  A member of the Board of Trustees of the Youth Parliament for Renewed Hope, Hon. Anna Philemon Dara, has called on Nigerian youths to prepare for responsible leadership by embracing integrity, competence and national service. Speaking at the maiden general meeting of the Youth Parliament for Renewed Hope held at the Committee Room of the House of Representatives in Abuja, Dara described the gathering of young Nigerians at the National Assembly as evidence that the “Renewed Hope” agenda was gradually taking shape. Hon. Anna Philemon Dara with Comrade Hussaina Alhaji Akali at National Assembly Abuja. She thanked the leadership of the parliament for her appointment to the Board of Trustees and commended the organisers for creating a platform aimed at encouraging youth participation in governance and national development. According to her, rebuilding Nigeria requires more than political speeches and activism, stressing that sustainable change can only be achieved through disciplined ...

 KGA Media Services, publishers of KGA Newspoint Magazine , has honoured Paul Hassan Akpa with a Special Award of Excellence in recognition of his outstanding contributions to financial governance , leadership, education, and community development. The organisers described Dr Akpa as a distinguished professional whose commitment to accountability, integrity, and sound financial management has earned him admiration across both public and private sectors. They noted that his years of dedicated service as an accountant and administrator have continued to inspire confidence and trust among stakeholders. Dr  Paul Hassan Akpa being presented by the Award at occasions in Abuja According to the editorial team of the magazine, Dr Akpa has consistently demonstrated excellence in leadership while maintaining strong cultural and community values. The citation highlighted his role as a respected son of Igala land and traditional title holder, noting that he has successfully combined pro...

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has called for fairness, equity and justice in the ongoing review of Nigeria’s revenue allocation formula , expressing confidence that the exercise by the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) would reflect the realities facing states across the federation. Governor Namadi receiving delegation led by chairman of RMFCC in Duste the Jigawa state capital   Namadi made the remarks while receiving a delegation from the Commission led by Barrister Imo Effiong Akpan , the Federal Commissioner representing Akwa Ibom State , at Government House, Dutse . The delegation was in Jigawa to commence the nationwide data verification exercise forming part of the broader review of the country’s revenue-sharing formula. Describing the exercise as both timely and necessary, the governor said changing socio-economic realities across Nigeria made a fresh assessment unavoidable. “We are confident that there will be fairness in this exercise...

The Jigawa state government is stepping up international collaboration in agriculture, hosting a delegation from India-based CornTech Seeds as part of efforts to strengthen seed development , crop trials and research capacity. The visit to Government House in Dutse marks the latest in a series of engagements between the parties, following earlier technical exchanges in India and Nigeria aimed at improving productivity and expanding support for farmers. Jigawa state governor, Dr Umar Namadi being presented with gift by the Indian Agricultural firm Director in government house Dutse  Talks focused on progress in ongoing seed trials, technology transfer, and joint research, with particular attention to staple crops including rice , wheat , maize and millet . Governor Umar Namadi described the partnership as a long-term strategic relationship with the potential to transform agricultural output in the state and beyond. “I was very pleased to learn of your visit. It gives me confi...

The so-called peace meeting of the All Progressives Congress in Benue may have ended in disagreement, but in reality, it has done something far more consequential—it has officially opened the contest for 2027. What politics had divided can not be easily amended  Akume Vs Alias   What played out between Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume , is not just a clash of opinions. It is a clash between two competing visions of political control: one rooted in grassroots legitimacy, the other in entrenched party structure. Dr George Akume SGF and Defacto good father of Benue politics. At the center of this emerging battle is a controversial proposition— automatic tickets for current office holders . What should have been a unifying discussion quickly exposed the fault lines. One camp called it a resolution. The other dismissed it as a suggestion. Nigerians understand what that means: there was no agreement.But beyond the semantics lie...

Governor Umar Namadi has outlined plans to deepen agricultural development and expand fisheries productivity as part of efforts to improve livelihoods across Jigawa State . Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa state The governor made this known during the 2026 edition of the Kalgwai Fishing Festival , held at the Kalgwai Barrage Waterfront , where fishermen, farmers, community leaders, and other stakeholders gathered in a celebration that blended culture with economic priorities. Speaking at the event, Namadi emphasized that the festival represents more than a cultural tradition, describing it as a strategic platform for advancing fisheries development in the state. He noted that his administration has intensified interventions in the sector, including the restocking of water bodies, production of millions of fingerlings, and the provision of modern fishing equipment alongside training for local fishermen. According to him, these measures are designed to boost fish production, enhance inc...