ALGON: 774 councils to open dedicated accounts with CBN
NFIU to monitor spending Fraudulent chairmen, other officials for prosecution by EFCC, ICPC The 774 local governments are to open dedicated accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the direct disbursement of allocations to them from the Federation Account, the Association of Local Governments (ALGON) said yesterday. The National President, Bello Lawal Yandaki, said the […]
Nigeria Set To Get Over 20 New States Amidst Ongoing 1999 Constitution Amendment (FULL LIST)
Nigeria is set to get over 20 new states amidst the ongoing 1999 Constitution Amendment. Egalitarian Voice reports that the National Assembly is currently reviewing several bills proposing the creation of new states in Nigeria, as part of an ongoing amendment of the 1999 Constitution. These proposals, submitted in 2024 by lawmakers and various interest […]
Senator Ndume Drops Stunning Revelation About Tinubu and His Administration
The Senator representing Borno South senatorial district, Ali Ndume, has stated that he has too much respect for President Bola Tinubu to be a critic of him. Egalitarian Voice reports that Senator Ndune has been vocal over the economic situation under Tinubu stressing that the President is being misled by his advisers. The senator who […]
NPF WRITES AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL, DEMANDS APOLOGY, RETRACTION OF FALSE PUBLICATION ON END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST
PRESS RELEASE NPF WRITES AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL, DEMANDS APOLOGY, RETRACTION OF FALSE PUBLICATION ON END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST The Nigeria Police Force has demanded an immediate retraction and public apology regarding a publication titled “Bloody August: Nigeria Government’s Violent Crackdown on and Bad Governance Protests” via a letter dated 6th January 2025, formally written to Amnesty […]
Tinubu Calls on Governors to Drive Nigeria’s Development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has underscored the pivotal role of state governors in shaping Nigeria’s development trajectory, stressing that their leadership is central to achieving food security, economic stability, and rapid national growth. The President made this declaration during a New Year homage by Vice President Kashim Shettima and members of the Nigeria Governors Forum […]
Oyo State Pensioners Received #25,000 New Year Bonus, Praise Gov. Makinde Thoughtfulness
In a surprise move, the Oyo State Government has credited the accounts of pensioners with a ₦25,000 New Year bonus. According to a bank alert made available to Egalitarian Voice on Tuesday, 31st December, 2024, the payment was made by the Oyo State Government as a token of appreciation for the pensioners’ service to the state. […]
Makinde Approves Appointments Of Fresh 160 Supervisory Councilors, SAs, Including PLWD For 33 LGAs
Egalitarian Voice reports that the Executive Governor of State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of 160 new Supervisory Councilors and Special Assistants across all 33 local government areas in the state The state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Otunba Ademola Ojo disclosed this to newsmen in Ibadan on Tuesday, December 24. The […]
Eight Key Takeaways From Tinubu’s First Presidential Media Chat
•Does not believe in price controls •Has no regrets removing subsidy •Says borrowing not a crime •Tax reforms have come to stay, but open to negotiations on VAT •Expresses confidence in his security architecture •Insists reforms not designed to inflict pains on Nigerians, necessary for growth •Says he has met obligations without recourse to NNPCL funds •Blames […]
Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Economic Stability and Security Reforms in First Media Chat
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their confidence in his leadership during his first media chat, held in Ikoyi, Lagos on Monday night. The president acknowledged the economic challenges faced by citizens and pledged to deliver service with commitment and focus, Egalitarian Voice […]
PHOTOS: Excitement as Hon. Ayoade Folahan Releases Another Round of Cash Grants to Gbedun Ward 10 Constituents
In a bid to fulfill his campaign promises and improve the lives of his constituents, Hon. Ayoade Folahan Idris, the Councillor representing Gbedun Ward 10 in Ona-Ara Local Government Council, has once again demonstrated his commitment to the welfare of his constituents by releasing another round of cash grants. The distribution ceremony, which took place […]