regional development

Deputy Speaker Kalu Urges Recognition of Tinubu’s Role in Advancing South-East Projects
Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has urged the Abia State Government and the people of the South-East to...

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1 day ago1 day ago

Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has urged the Abia State Government and the people of the South-East to acknowledge President Bola Tinubu’s pivotal role in securing funding for regional development projects. During the inauguration of several initiatives in Abia State on Friday, Kalu, who serves as the representative...

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Wike Launches N2 Transit Way, Calls for 24/7 Official Availability to Boost Efficiency
Yesterday, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, initiated the construction of a significant new Transit Way (N2) aimed at connecting the...

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Yesterday, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, initiated the construction of a significant new Transit Way (N2) aimed at connecting the Central Area with the Wuse District. He described this development as a pivotal step toward modernizing Abuja. The ceremony also included the groundbreaking for two new bridges, during which the...

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Governor Sule Blames Northern Underdevelopment on Leadership Failures and Power Supply Issues
Abdullahi Sule, the governor of Nasarawa state and chairman of the North Central Governors’ forum, has highlighted multiple reasons behind the persistent underdevelopment in Nigeria’s...

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6 days ago6 days ago

Abdullahi Sule, the governor of Nasarawa state and chairman of the North Central Governors’ forum, has highlighted multiple reasons behind the persistent underdevelopment in Nigeria’s northern region. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, he pointed to a blend of factors including ineffective leadership, inadequate infrastructure, unreliable power supply, and certain federal government policies....

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NEF Launches Dynamic Investment Summit to Ignite Economic Revival in the North
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has emphasized that the North can no longer afford to remain inactive, unveiling a strategic investment and industrialisation summit aimed...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has emphasized that the North can no longer afford to remain inactive, unveiling a strategic investment and industrialisation summit aimed at revitalizing the region’s economy, leveraging its abundant resources, and addressing pressing issues such as insecurity and unemployment. During an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Morning Brief’ on Tuesday, NEF spokesperson...

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Nguroje Champions Creation of Sardauna State and Advocates Special Seats for Women Empowerment
Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of traditional institutions, and the introduction of dedicated seats for women within Nigeria’s legislative framework. During a presentation at the Constitution Review Committee’s stakeholder public forum held in Abuja, Nguroje emphasized...

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Northern Elders Unveil Exciting Investment and Industrialisation Summit: Here’s Why It Matters
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has unveiled plans for the inaugural Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit, scheduled to take place from September 29 to...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has unveiled plans for the inaugural Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit, scheduled to take place from September 29 to 30, 2025. This landmark event aims to reposition Northern Nigeria as a dynamic center for economic growth, innovation, and sustainable progress. During an international press briefing at the Hawthorn Suites...

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Ibas Declares Victory: ‘I Have Stabilised the Rivers
Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, the sole administrator of Rivers State, has announced that his leadership has successfully restored stability within the state, laying...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, the sole administrator of Rivers State, has announced that his leadership has successfully restored stability within the state, laying a vital groundwork for Rivers to emerge as a benchmark of exemplary governance in Nigeria. This statement was made during a public lecture titled “Democracy and Good Governance,” which brought...

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South East in Crisis: Shattered Dreams and a Lost Future
As this six-week in-depth review of the 2025 Phillips Consulting State Performance Index (pSPI) concludes, focus now shifts to the South East region. Long celebrated...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

As this six-week in-depth review of the 2025 Phillips Consulting State Performance Index (pSPI) concludes, focus now shifts to the South East region. Long celebrated as Nigeria’s commercial heartbeat, this area has been synonymous with innovation and tenacity. Its bustling markets-from Onitsha to Aba-have long been hubs of entrepreneurial vigor, while its diaspora has significantly...

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Ned Nwoko Revitalizes Campaign for the Creation of Anioma State
Ned Nwoko, the National Assembly senator for Delta North, has reignited efforts to establish Anioma as a separate state carved out from the current Delta...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Ned Nwoko, the National Assembly senator for Delta North, has reignited efforts to establish Anioma as a separate state carved out from the current Delta State. He has introduced a bill proposing amendments to the 1999 Constitution, aiming to formally create Anioma State. This bill is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Constitution...

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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Set to Unlock Economic Growth Across South West Corridors – Umahi
Engr. Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to unlocking the economic potential of the southwestern corridors, emphasizing that the...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Engr. Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to unlocking the economic potential of the southwestern corridors, emphasizing that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a transformative project poised to drive substantial growth. He drew attention to the active construction efforts spanning several states, including Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Akwa Ibom, and...

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