The Presidency has confirmed the appointment of President Bola Tinubu’s Aide-De-Camp (ADC), Lt Col. Nurudeen Yusuf, as the new Elemona of Ilemona land in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State. This appointment follows the passing of his father, the late Oba Yusuf Omokanye Oyekanmi, the former Elemona, in May. …
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CSOs Urged to Safeguard Gains of LG Autonomy
By Christie Doyin Following the Supreme Court judgement granting autonomy to local governments, a Civil Society Organisation has called on stakeholders to safeguard the gains of the autonomy. Reverend Cornelius O.S Fawenu, Chairman of Partners for Peaceful Co-existence Centre, in a statement forwarded to NATIONALTELESCOPE, also called upon civil society …
Read More »We Don’t Tamper With LG Funds – Delta Gov
By Chuks Peter, DELTA Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has stated that the Supreme Court judgment granting local government financial autonomy in the country does not affect Delta State. Oborevwori clarified that the state government does not tamper with funds belonging to the local government councils. According to the Governor, …
Read More »Building Collapse: Plateau Gov Harp On Adherence To Safety Regulation
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State visited Saint Academy in Jos on Saturday, where a tragic building collapse occurred on Friday, July 12. The incident resulted in the death of 22 pupils and teachers, with 132 others sustaining injuries. During his visit, Governor Mutfwang extended his condolences to the affected …
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