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Yobe State Government Forms Committee to Establish Local Government Development Areas
The Yobe State Government has established a 15-member committee led by Deputy Governor Idi Barde Gubana to explore the creation of Local Government Development Area Councils, aiming to boost grassroots governance.
Examining the Roles of Lagos Local Councils in Addressing Waste and Flooding
As Lagos battles severe waste management issues and recurring floods, residents are questioning whether local governments are effectively utilizing their statutory allocations to handle sanitation and drainage duties.
Incoming Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig Embraces Prime Minister’s Devolution Plan
Bev Craig has been elected the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, promising to leverage new devolved powers from the government to improve regional housing, transport, and local business support.
Prime Minister Burnham Announces Income Tax Revenue Sharing for English Mayors
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to grant English mayors a share of local income tax and business rates to reduce reliance on central government funding and boost regional growth.
Cross River State Rejects Claims of Unpaid Salaries, Citing Payroll Fraud
Cross River State authorities maintain that protesters demanding 11 months of back pay are not legitimate employees, asserting that they were added to the payroll through illegal recruitment processes.
Former Kumbotso Council Leader Resumes Tailoring Career Following Judicial Removal
After a court order terminated his term as Kumbotso Local Government Chairman, Abdullahi Gali Shitu has returned to his tailoring business, advocating for vocational skills as a more reliable career path than politics.
Jigawa State launches five-year development strategy for local councils
Governor Umar Namadi has launched a five-year development roadmap for Jigawa's 27 local government areas, aiming to link strategic planning with budgetary processes to improve grassroots service delivery.
Osun ALGON Urges Governor Adeleke to Halt Unlawful NURTW Intervention
Osun ALGON has challenged Governor Adeleke's suspension of NURTW activities, asserting that the administration of motor parks falls under local government jurisdiction rather than state authority.
Imo residents protest against alleged leader imposition by local government head
Women from Uzoagba in Imo State protested against their local government chairman, alleging he is attempting to illegally appoint community leaders despite ongoing court litigation.
Governor Fintiri Issues Directive to Newly Inaugurated Local Government Chairmen in Adamawa
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has instructed the 21 newly sworn-in local government chairmen in Adamawa State to reside in their districts rather than the state capital to ensure better service to their constituents.