Tag: history
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Hon. Anani Leads Grassroots Security Revolution, Urges 774 LGAs to Embrace Wase Model
The Executive Chairman of Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, Hon. Dr. Hamisu Mohammed Anani, has advocated the adoption of a structured community security network across Nigeria’s 774 Local Government Areas and Area Councils to complement the emerging state police structure and strengthen grassroots security management. Anani made the call on Tuesday, November 3,…
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Governor Bassey Otu’s N987.8bn Budget: Cross River ALGON Pledges 100% Adoption Across 18 LGAs
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Cross River State chapter, has resolved to domesticate Governor Bassey Otu’s N987.8 billion 2027 Budget of Consolidation and Renewed Hope across the state’s 18 local government areas, in a move aimed at strengthening grassroots development and ensuring coordinated implementation of government policies. The association said all 18…
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Cross River ALGON Chairman Highlights Governor Otu’s Reforms, Backs People-First Agenda
The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Cross River State Chapter, Hon. Yibala Inyang, has lauded Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s leadership, citing the state’s return as an oil-producing state, proposed establishment of a state police service and renewed investment in agriculture, infrastructure and the green economy as major milestones of his…
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Senator Ubanesse Advances 774-LGA Gas Expansion Drive at ALGON Assembly
Distinguished Senator Alphonsus Ubanesse Igbeke has reiterated the importance of grassroots development, effective local government administration and clean energy expansion following his interaction with Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, at the 2026 General Assembly of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Abuja. The two leaders exchanged pleasantries on the sidelines of…
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Hon. Bello Lawal Chairs ALGON Assembly, Uzodimma Pledges FG Support For Grassroots Governance As Minister Udeh Graces Event
ABUJA — Hon. Engr. Bello Lawal, National President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON, on Thursday, 15th October, 2026, led the apex gathering of the 774 Local Government Areas and Area Councils in Abuja, where Governor Hope Uzodimma pledged Federal Government support for grassroots governance. The ALGON General Assembly, being the supreme…
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Hon. Adikibe Hails Governor Uzodimma as ALGON Assembly Adopts Sweeping Constitutional Reforms
Deputy National President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Hon. Ikenna Toni Adikibe, has applauded Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, for his commitment to grassroots governance, describing his participation in the association’s 2026 General Assembly as a defining moment in its quest for institutional renewal. Adikibe said Uzodimma’s presence as Special…
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ALGON South-East: Oluremi Tinubu’s N250m Women Empowerment Strengthens Grassroots Support For APC
OWERRI, IMO STATE — The leadership of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in the South-East has commended the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for what it described as a landmark demonstration of gender inclusion and commitment to the empowerment of women across the region. The South-East ALGON leadership also pledged…
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Defence Minister Under Fire Over Conflicting Directives on Terror Fight, Group Laments
ABUJA — The Alliance for Democratic Governance and Peace Initiative (ADGAPi) has expressed concern over what it described as conflicting public remarks by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.), warning that inconsistent communication on Nigeria’s counter-terrorism strategy could undermine public confidence and create uncertainty about the country’s security direction. In a statement…
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OPINION: The Magic Wand Has Faded: As Insecurity Deepens, Questions Mount Over Gen. Musa’s Tenure As Minister Of Defence
By Christopher Okoro The appointment of General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.) as Honourable Minister of Defence was greeted with cautious hope. Here was a retired Army General with deep operational experience, stepping in at a time when the country desperately needed further security direction. The narrative was simple and compelling: the “magic wand” to confront…
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From Rhetoric To Responsibility: Time For The Defence Minister TO Defend Nigerians
By Patrick Yakubu As 2027 approaches, the political reality confronting the Tinubu administration is stark and unforgiving: no amount of campaign messaging, infrastructure projects or policy explanations can outweigh the daily fears of citizens living under the shadow of insecurity. Nigerians are tired of condolences after attacks. They are weary of promises after every massacre…
