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Gov Umo Eno meets new Local Government Chairmen, harps on shared responsibilities and need to build bridges of unity

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  . .. as Uyo LG Chairman, Uwemedimo Udo Emerges ALGON Chairman Chairman of Uyo Local Government Council, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo, has emerged the new Chairman of Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in the State. This was disclosed at the first formal meeting of the Chairmen with the Governor since their inauguration on Monday October 7, 2024, held at the EXCO chambers, Government House, Uyo. To work with Dr. Udo, in the new ALGON leadership are the Chairmen of Ikot Ekpene and Eket Local Government Councils - Mr. Aniefiok Nkom and Akaninyene Tommy who emerged as Vice Chairman and Secretary respectively. Addressing the Chairmen, the Governor congratulated them on their successful emergence both at the party primaries and  local government elections. He  urged the local government helmsmen to build bridges of unity and development, and not walls of hatred and unnecessary partisanship. Governor Eno reiterated that as the Chief Security Officers of their respective local governme
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Akure Rally: PDP Governors Affirm Party Unity

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Governors of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) led by Governor Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday at the Ondo State governorship rally reaffirmed its united front for the party amidst recent removal and counter-removal of national officials from the party. Governor Adeleke who is the Chairman of the Ondo State Governorship Campaign Council told the party faithful that the PDP is one strong family  and that leaders have met to ensure unity and respect for the party's constitution, urging massive turnout to support the PDP candidate at the forthcoming governorship election in the state. “Go out and cast  your votes for Agboola. PDP remains one and the only alternative for a better today and tomorrow for Ondo people”, the Osun Governor asserted. Governor Seyi Makinde who also re-echoed the message of unity within the PDP said Ondo people should demonstrate love for good governance by voting the party's candidate in the next polls. According to Makinde, the PDP as a virile party rema
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Bayelsa Seeks FG Partnership On Agge Seaport, Blue Economy

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Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has solicited the support of the Federal Government towards developing the deep seaport at Agge in Ekeremor Local Government Area and the blue economy potential of the state.  Governor Diri expressed the optimism that by collaborating with the Federal Government, a lot can be achieved for the benefit of the state and the country.  The Bayelsa governor stated this during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Marine and  Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, in his office in Abuja on Monday. He said he received the news of the creation of the ministry by President Bola Tinubu with excitement, saying the fact that Bayelsa was the first state in Nigeria to also establish a similar ministry was indicative of its seriousness to develop the state’s blue economy and harness its maritime resources.  According to him, if the country is able to tap into the resources in its maritime domain, there would be less emphasis on oil and gas. He also stated that a
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COMMUNIQUE ISSUED BY THE PDP GOVERNORS' FORUM AT THE END OF THEIR MEETING (VIRTUAL) HELD ON THE 14TH OCTOBER 2024 AND MEETING WITH THE NWC OF THE PARTY ON 15TH OCTOBER, 2024

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The PDP Governors’ Forum, PDPGF, held an emergency meeting on Monday, 14th October, 2024, led by its Chairman/Governor of Bauchi State, His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed CON. The leadership of the Forum equally held another meeting today, Tuesday, 15th October with the leadership of the party's NWC. Based on the decision of the Forum and in meeting and consultations with the Board of Trustees, NWC and other organs of the party, we hereby resolve as follows; 1. That the organs of the party were careful in addressing issues particularly those over which there were pending legal disputations. 2. That the NWC should revert to the status quo and remain united in the interest of the party and the nation. 3. That all suspensions issued on officials across the parties within the NWC have been lifted forthwith. 4. That there are no factions in the party and minor issues should not be blown out of proportion. 5. We also urge that occupants of positions of responsibility should
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Governor Bala Mohammed Felicitates With His Royal Highness The Emir Of Bauchi @54

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His Excellency , Sen Bala A. Mohammed CON , Fnipr ( Kauran Daular Usmaniya ) the Executive Governor of Bauchi State on behalf of himself , his family, the government and the good people of Bauchi State has sent his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to His Royal Highness Alh ( DR) Rilwan Suleman Adamu CFR , the Emir of Bauchi and chairman Bauchi State Council of of Emirs on this auspicious occasion of his 54th birthday anniversary. Governor Mohammed said this milestone is a testament to his enduring wisdom, leadership, and deep commitment to the people of Bauchi. As over the years, his reign has been marked by peace, progress, and a dedication to preserving our rich cultural heritage.   He prayed that as His Royal Highness celebrate this special day, may the Almighty continue to bless him with good health, long life, and greater wisdom. May his reign continue to bring prosperity and unity to Bauch Emirate , Bauchi State and the Nation in general. Signed  Mukhtar Gidado  Special
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Gov. Lawal Presides Over Executive Council Meeting, Swears-In Chairperson of Zamfara Electoral Commission

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...Expresses Readiness For LG Poll Governor Dauda Lawal has inaugurated Hon. Bala Aliyu Gusau as the chairman of the Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission (ZASIEC) as part of his administration’s preparations for the local government election. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Monday during the Zamfara State Executive Council meeting at the council chamber, Government House, Gusau. A statement by the governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the current leadership of the 14 Sole Administrators will end on October 23rd, 2024. The statement added that the chairman of the Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission (ZASIEC) was sworn in by Chief Judge, Justice Kulu Aliyu, represented by Justice Mukhtar Yusha’u, at the instance of the Executive Council. While at the council, Governor Lawal informed members that his participation in the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting was valuable. He expressed hope that it would lead to positive out
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PHOTO NEWS: GOVERNOR UMO ENO ATTENDS OPENING OF 2024/2025 LEGAL YEAR

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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, led members of the State Executive Council, and other key stakeholders of the State to an Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service at Qua Iboe Church, 112 Nwaniba Road, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as part of activities to mark the opening of the 2024/2025 Legal Year. Details shortly...
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