Presidentially Approved Funds for Information Agencies Delayed Amid Administrative Dispute Cash Releases Stall Despite Presidential Approval FRESH concerns have emerged over the implementation of the 2026 federal budget following reports that funds approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for agencies under the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation have remained unreleased for more than […]
Persistent delays in releasing approved budget allocations are slowing government projects, affecting public services and exposing wider fiscal pressures facing federal ministries and agencies. Budget Release Delays Leave Federal MDAs Struggling to Deliver Services CONCERNS are mounting across Nigeria’s federal public service over persistent delays in the release of budgetary allocations, with civil servants warning […]
INEC Pushes for Improved Financial Support THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed for increased and sustained funding to strengthen its operations ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing rising election costs, expanding responsibilities and the need to improve staff welfare. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, made the appeal during a visit by the […]
Support for Local Government Reaffirmed DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening local government administration, describing grassroots governance as central to sustainable development across the state. The governor gave the assurance during the inauguration of a Chairman’s Office Complex and a Chapel at the Udu Local Government Council […]
Tonukari Commends Oborevwori’s Fiscal Prudence, Links Responsible Spending to Delta’s Development Commissioner Applauds Governor’s Financial Stewardship DELTA State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, has praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for what he described as prudent financial management and disciplined deployment of public resources, saying the administration’s fiscal responsibility has become a major driver of […]
Asaba Town Planning Committee Commends Compliance, Intensifies Drive for Orderly Urban Development Compliant Property Owners Receive Commendation THE Chairman of the Asaba Town Planning Regulatory Committee, Ogbueshi Adizue Eluaka, has commended landlords and shop owners who have complied with the committee’s town planning regulations, describing their cooperation as a vital contribution to the ongoing effort […]
Government Clarifies Position on Proposed NYSC Uniform THE Federal Government has clarified that no final decision has been taken to replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform with adire fabric, following widespread public reactions to comments made by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande. The clarification came after reports suggested that the […]
Delta Introduces Mandatory QR Code Verification for Commercial Vehicles Government Launches Digital Vehicle Identification Initiative THE Delta State Government has unveiled a mandatory QR Code/Barcode Verification Scheme for commercial vehicles, introducing a new digital identification system aimed at improving public safety, strengthening security and enhancing the regulation of commercial transportation across the state. The initiative, […]
State Government Highlights University’s Rapid Development THE Delta State Government has described Dennis Osadebay University (DOU), Asaba, as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing tertiary institutions, citing sustained government investment, improved infrastructure and a strong commitment to academic excellence as key drivers of its progress. Senior Policy Adviser on Labour Relations and Service Compact with All Nigerians […]
Delta Reaffirms Commitment to Accountability DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability and prudent management of public resources as officials of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) commenced a nationwide data verification exercise in the state. The governor gave the assurance while receiving a delegation of the […]