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Enugu Aligning Developments with SDGs - Gov Mbah

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Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said that his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery of the democracy dividends in the state. Governor Mbah, who said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR), South East, at the Old Government Lodge, Enugu on Thursday, disclosed that in compliance with the SDGs, his administration was committed to ensuring zero poverty headcount index, eradication of hunger through food security, affordability of clean water, hygiene environment and provisions of quality education and healthcare delivery. Delivering his address, the governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof Chidiebere Onyia, at the event themed “Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainab...

Prioritise Rivers' Interest, Gov Fubara Tells RSHA

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  •Reiterates Commitment To Implement S'Court Judgment •Inaugurates Okrika Grammar School Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that the other party to the Supreme Court judgment; Rivers State House of Assembly, needed to know that they are also to comply with the ruling, and do so with commitment that prioritises the interest of the State.  The Governor maintained that such resolve must engender collective action towards achieving peace in the State because it serves as the potent medium through which all the  arms of Government can function properly while creating public goods that benefit everyone. Governor Fubara, who spoke at the inauguaration of the 85-year-old Okrika Grammar School in Okrika Local Government Area on Thursday, emphasised that without an enduring peace, sustainable development will be hampered practically, while the sense of security, respect, tolerance, stability, and well-being to pursue goals will suffer. The Governor said: "Let m...

No Individual Bigger Than PDP, Says Diri

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Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was bigger than any individual and that its internal challenges would be fixed once the members resolve to tackle them. Speaking to journalists at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja on Thursday after the inauguration of the party’s South-South zonal caretaker committee led by Elder Emma Ogidi, the Bayelsa Governor said the political will to confront those fomenting trouble in the party resided with the members and not solely on the leadership. Diri, who is also Chairman of the South-South Governors Forum, stated that for the party to be competitive as the oldest in the country, it must look inwards and fix its internal issues. He said: “For me, we have to look inwards before accusing those outside our party. We have to first fix our internal issues.  “It is very easy to point accusing fingers. But the PDP has to sit back and tackle its internal challenges. That is only when we can sta...

Governor Bala Mohammed Announces the Passing of His Uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir (Village Head of Alkaleri)

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It is with deep sorrow that His Excellency , Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State announces the passing of his beloved uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu, Abdulkadir ( Sarkin Alkaleri) who departed this life today, March 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100, following a prolonged illness. Late Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir was a pillar of wisdom and an embodiment of dedication to his community. His century-long life was marked by unwavering commitment to the principles of good leadership, and service. As the Village Head of Alkaleri , he played a pivotal role in fostering unity and development within Alkaleri community and beyond. The funeral prayer is scheduled to take place later today at the village Head palace Alkaleri by 10:00am May Almighty Allah grant his departed soul eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon the family and community to bear this profound loss. Signed  Mukhtar Gidado  Special Adviser , Media and Publicity to the Governor 13th March , 2025.

Gov Fubara Explains How RSHA Denied Him Access to Present 2025 Budget

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• Commissions Bori Zonal Hospital Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has explained that he was denied access into the premises of the Assembly Quarters to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill despite formally notifying the leadership of the House of Assembly of his readiness to do so. Governor Fubara made the explanation during the inauguaration of the Bori Zonal Hospital in Khana Local Government Area of the State on Wednesday. The Governor emphasised that, in complying with the Supreme Court judgment, it was pertinent for every actor to be more interested in saving the economy of the State and ensure that public sector workers are not subjected to untold hardship. Governor Fubara stated: "For that reason, I made all frantic efforts to reach the Speaker, which I believe, he cannot deny that, and other members of the Assembly.  "I went further to send WhatsApp information to him and others, notifying them that I will be coming  by 10 O'clock this morning to pres...

Gov. Dauda Lawal Partners Group of Chinese Firms on Security, Agriculture, Transport, and Mining

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Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has partnered with Chinese firms to secure advanced surveillance technology and enhance the state's agriculture, transportation, and mining. On Tuesday, the governor received a Chinese community of industries in the Council Chamber of the Government House in Gusau. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that Governor Lawal led a state government delegation on a working visit to China from February 15th to 21st, 2025, to collaborate in key sectors. The statement added that the Zamfara delegation engaged with Zhong Zhao International Group, Phoenix Wings, Shenzhen HighGreat Innovation Technology Development Co., Ltd, and Xiamen Magnetic North Technology Co., Ltd while in China.  “As a follow-up to the engagement in China, Mr. Tang Zhangwei led a group of companies to Zamfara State to foster bilateral collaboration in critical sectors to drive economic growth.” In his remark, Governor Lawal appreciated the Chinese groups...

Gov Eno Flags Off Oron Maritime Hub Project, Sets September 2025 Deadline for Completion

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 The reconstruction of the Oron Marine Jetty—an aquatic produce commercial hub, ferry terminal, and leisure resort—will be completed by September this year. The project, aimed at reviving sea trade activities and enhancing marine transport services in the coastal area, was flagged off on Wednesday by Governor Umo Eno in Oron. Performing the groundbreaking exercise, Governor Eno said the project currently provides daily jobs for over a thousand locals and appealed for support for the initiative. “You can be rest assured that we will fulfill our part of the bargain with the contractor. We look forward to coming here between August and September because we want to wait for the ferry to arrive so we can commission everything on the same day. I’d like to take that ferry to Calabar and return on that day.” “We may not have the financial muscle to construct railways without the support of the federal government, but we will develop our waterways, deploy ferries, and make them our pride an...