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Foundation says youth mentoring key to curbing social vices

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A Nigerian foundation has identified targeted youth mentoring and value reorientation as the critical, underutilized tools for curbing social vices and fostering community development. This approach, championed by local leaders, shifts the focus from mere empowerment programs to directly instilling moral frameworks, aiming to create more responsible and productive citizens. The initiative has gained significant political and community backing, resulting in a formal action plan to implement these insights, signaling a unified, practical strategy for sustainable social change.

Defence/Security

Yuletide: Ogun police boost security measures, deploy joint forces

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The Ogun State Police Command has initiated a major, multi-agency security operation with neighboring states and military partners to ensure public safety during the holiday season. This strategic deployment focuses on critical transport corridors like the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, utilizing tactical teams and intelligence assets to deter crime and manage traffic. The operation is a sustained initiative extending beyond the festivities, with a continued ban on fireworks for public safety. Residents are urged to cooperate with personnel and report suspicious activities via dedicated emergency lines.

General News

Imo Assembly passes N1.43 trn Appropriation Bill for 2026

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The Imo State Assembly has passed a N1.43 trillion budget for 2026, characterized as a “people’s oriented” plan focused on major development. With a significant 85% allocation (N1.22 trillion) dedicated to capital expenditure, the budget prioritizes infrastructure and projects over operational costs. Its swift, unanimous passage signals strong legislative alignment with the governor’s vision, aiming to accelerate transformative state-level investments in the coming fiscal year.

Economy/Business

FG signs MOU with RSE energy to provide off-grid power for industrial clusters

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The Nigerian government has partnered with RSE Energy Nigeria to deploy off-grid and embedded power solutions, specifically targeting biomass and gas, to address the critical energy deficit plaguing the nation’s industrial clusters. This strategic initiative, aligned with national policy, will pilot at the Idu Industrial Cluster in Abuja, aiming to provide reliable, decentralized energy to boost industrial productivity and economic growth.

General News

Yuletide: FRSC deploys 783 personnel in A'Ibom.

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The FRSC in Akwa Ibom is deploying significant resources—783 personnel, 11 patrol vehicles, and two ambulances—to manage increased holiday traffic and enforce safety. A key insight is that the primary road hazards are preventable human factors, prompting a dual strategy of public education and mobile courts for offenders. Notably, the command highlights over 6,000 unclaimed driver’s licenses, indicating a critical gap in administrative follow-through by the public. The overarching message is a direct appeal for personal responsibility

Economy/Business

China mining federation rejects ‘infiltration’ claims

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The China Mining Federation of Nigeria has categorically denied allegations of illegal mining and terrorism financing, framing Chinese operations as lawful partners committed to transparency, local investment, and environmental protection. However, these claims are directly contested by a separate report detailing widespread illegal mining by foreign nationals, which cites severe environmental damage, revenue loss, and potential links to armed groups. This juxtaposition reveals a critical disconnect between the official narrative of cooperative development and on-the-ground reports of systemic exploitation and weak governance. The core issue is

General News

Oborevwori enforces free healthcare for pregnant women, children under-5 years

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Delta State is implementing a strict, zero-tolerance policy for free healthcare for pregnant women and children under five, with sanctions for any official charging fees, effective January 2026. This initiative is backed by a significant N3.5 billion investment and a pioneering ICT monitoring system to ensure transparency and accountability. The policy aims to drastically reduce maternal and child mortality by removing financial barriers to essential care. To achieve universal health coverage, the government is also strategically appealing to private institutions and individuals to sponsor health insurance

General News

Mbah swears in 2 new commissioners

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Governor Peter Mbah’s administration is intensifying its governance drive by appointing two key commissioners, signaling a strategic focus on legal oversight and rural development. A critical new policy mandates that all contract payments must receive clearance from the Attorney-General’s office, directly targeting corruption and establishing the Ministry of Justice as the central engine for accountability. The creation of a dedicated ministry for chieftaincy and rural affairs underscores a deliberate shift to leverage traditional institutions as pillars for localized development and order. This restructuring,

Elections

Abure gets Special Adviser, Media

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The Labour Party has strategically appointed Aju Elumelu-James, a proven diaspora mobilizer and communications expert, as Special Adviser on Media and Strategic Communication. This move signals a deliberate effort to leverage her international network and narrative-shaping skills to strengthen the party’s global presence and public engagement. Her promotion reflects a core party strategy of rewarding internal talent with deep institutional knowledge and a track record of advocating for its values of governance and accountability. This appointment is a calculated step to enhance strategic messaging at

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