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Political analysis highlights how Governor Nwifuru’s threats toward local government chairmen expose systemic failures in grassroots autonomy and democratic accountability across Nigeria.
The governor of Ebonyi State has cautioned local government chairmen that they will be dismissed if their parties fail to win re-election in 2027. The directive underscores the administration’s push for political cohesion ahead of the polls.
The Niger State Government and UNICEF urged local government chairmen to allocate funds for child nutrition in their budgets to improve grassroots outcomes.
Citizens in Delta State are demanding greater transparency from local government chairmen on the second anniversary of their tenure, citing concerns over accountability and public fund management.
Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima has instructed local government chairmen to spearhead President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 'Nutrition 774 initiative' at the council level, emphasizing its importance as a governance directive.
Former local government chairmen in Edo State, Nigeria, are demanding 20% of the national defence budget to be allocated for local government security, proposing community policing and youth employment initiatives to address insecurity.
Local government chairmen in Lagos have signed a compact to revitalise Primary Health Centres (PHCs), aiming to strengthen healthcare delivery at the grassroots level.
Oyo APC Chairman Moses Adeyemo has inaugurated new local government chairmen, urging them to prioritize loyalty and fairness in preparation for the 2027 elections.
A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has ordered three local government chairmen, their vice-chairmen, and counselors to appear before it to defend the legitimacy of their elections held on August 30th.
Edo State Governor Godwin Okpebholo has officially sworn in the newly elected local government chairmen, emphasizing administrative integrity and grassroots development while warning against corruption. The induction ceremony marks the formal commencement of their terms across the state.
The state commission has issued certificates of return to 21 newly elected local government chairmen and councillors following recent elections.
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi discovered local government chairmen were absent during unannounced visits to secretariats, vowing to address truancy and ensure accountability.
A crisis has erupted in Adamawa ADC over alleged plans to replace governorship candidate Suleiman Umar, with local government chairmen declaring support for Umar.
Inuwa has tasked newly appointed local government chairmen with deepening grassroots governance. He emphasized the importance of effective administration at the local level.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appealed a court judgment that sacked local government chairmen in Osun State. The party is challenging the decision to remove the chairmen from office.
A Lagos Representative's bid for a fourth term has garnered support from prominent political figures. This includes the Justice Forum's vice chairman and local government chairmen.
A Plateau State High Court has nullified the two-year LG tenure, ruling it unconstitutional and restoring a four-year term for local government chairmen. Read More: https://punchng.com/court-scraps-two-year-lg-tenure-in-plateau-restores-four-year-term/
Political figure Nwifuru has issued a stern directive to local government chairmen across the region, warning that failure to deliver results will lead to their dismissal.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has officially issued certificates of return to 21 newly elected local government chairmen following Saturday’s elections in Anambra State.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has charged newly sworn-in local government chairmen to ensure transparency and accountability, warning them against misappropriating public funds.
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged local government chairmen to prioritize and drive the 'Nutrition 774' initiative at the grassroots level, emphasizing President Tinubu's commitment to nutrition as a governance directive.
Local government chairmen in Osun State, Nigeria, have donated 60 patrol vehicles to security agencies, demonstrating their commitment to addressing insecurity in the region.
Six local government chairmen in Ondo South Senatorial District have publicly endorsed Isaacs Kekemeke as their preferred candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket.
Local government chairmen in Osun State, Nigeria, have donated 300 motorcycles to the police and other security agencies. The donation aims to enhance operational capacity and improve response times in the state.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni presented new cars to 17 All Progressives Congress (APC) local government chairmen, aiming to support party operations and strengthen grassroots mobilization across the state.