Author: Lagos Brief

– commend Police for successful operation against kidnappers – applaud First Lady Remi Tinubu for encouraging gardens The Lagos State House of Assembly has invited the Attorney-General of the State, Mr. Lawal Pedro, to appear before it to explain the Supreme Court judgement on local governments in the country. The lawmakers said there was a need for better understanding of the decision of the apex court in relation to some provisions in the Constitution of the country. A seven-man panel of the Supreme Court had declared on Thursday that the 774 local government councils in the country should receive their…

A former Governor of Delta State, James Ibori, has said that the Supreme Court judgment that granted full autonomy to local governments dealt “a severe setback on the principles of federalism.” Ibori, in a post on X shortly after the judgment, expressed his disagreement with the verdict, referencing constitutional provisions to substantiate his claim that the decision undermines the foundations of federalism. After an intense back and forth between the Federal Government and state governors, the Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that it is unconstitutional for governors to withhold funds earmarked for local government councils, paving the way for autonomy…

The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that all federal funds for local government councils should be paid directly into their accounts. Justice Emmanuel Agim, who led a seven-member panel of justices, delivered the judgment in a suit filed by the federal government against the 36 state governors. According to the judgment, henceforth, no more payments of local government area allocations will be made to state government accounts. The court also prohibited the governors from receiving, tampering with, or withholding funds meant for local governments. Furthermore, the court barred the governors from dissolving democratically elected officials for local governments and deemed…

President Bola Tinubu welcomes the decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria affirming the spirit, intent, and purpose of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the statutory rights of local governments. The President states that a fundamental challenge to the nation’s advancement over the years has been ineffective local government administration, as governance at the critical cellular level of socio-political configuration is nearly absent. The President emphasizes that the onus is now on local council leaders to ensure that the broad spectrum of Nigerians living at that level are satisfied that they are benefitting from people-oriented service…

All is set for the first-ever CAF C Coaching Course organized by the Nigeria Football Federation exclusively for women, with the first module to run 15th – 25th July at the NFF/FIFA Technical Centre, inside the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. NFF Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen told thenff.com on Thursday that the program is in three modules, with the first 15th – 25th July, to be followed by a two-week internship for the participants between 27th July – 7th August. The participants will return to Abuja for the second module that is scheduled for 12th – 20th August, after…

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A Chairmanship aspirant at Lagos Mainland Local Government, Ayodeji Rilwan Tinubu has expressed profound appreciation for the Judiciary following the landmark Supreme Court judgement made today affirming Local Government autonomy. The apex court’s decision mandates that all local government allocations be paid directly to democratically elected local governments across the 774 local government areas in Nigeria. Ayodeji Tinubu praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support for this position. He noted that this significant ruling will deepen democracy in Nigeria, allowing local populations to experience the tangible impacts of governance and receive a greater share of the dividends of…

By Festus Ogun I commend the Federal Government for securing this landmark judgment for the sake our fiscal federalism that state governments have bastardized over the years. With this, we can expect relative sanity in our local government system. That said, here are my preliminary concerns. 1. Local Government Election: Time is now ripe for us to have free, fair and credible local government elections unlike the cherry-picking of local government executive and council members by Governors. If the selection pattern continues, this judgement will serve no real purpose. 2. Fiscal Accountability: For the judgement to serve its purpose, there…

African music stars are known for their vibrant personalities, electrifying performances, and chart-topping hits. But some take self-expression a step further, adorning their bodies with tattoos that hold deep meaning. Here’s a look at four singers whose ink tells a story: Burna Boy: “African Giant” wasn’t just a hit album for Burna Boy, it was a global breakthrough. To commemorate this achievement, he permanently etched the album’s title onto his skin, a constant reminder of his journey to stardom. Davido: Loyalty is everything for Davido. The “HKN” tattoo represents the record label he co-founded with his brother, the platform that…

Afrobeats heavyweight Davido has fans buzzing with anticipation about his upcoming album. While details remain under wraps, speculation is swirling about a potential collaboration with the energetic rapper Zlatan Ibile before the end of 2024. Davido is known for his infectious energy and knack for crafting hits, and Zlatan Ibile brings a distinct streetwise flavor and witty lyricism to the table. Their past team-ups, like their appearance on Coleone’s “Power of Vision,” have been undeniable bangers. Fueling the fire, Davido publicly praised Zlatan’s verse on Wizkid’s recent EP, sparking rumors of a future collaboration. Fans on social media have been…