The Chairperson of Bonny LGA in Rivers State, Dame Hon Anengi Barasua Claude-Wilcox, on Wednesday handed over keys of the new Mini Buses to 20 beneficiaries. The buses were recently procured by the local government for the purpose of easing the challenges associated with mass transportation in the LGA. NigerDelta Insider

Governor Fubara Funds Metering Project to Boost Power Supply in Five LGAs Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has launched a major initiative to improve electricity access by funding the metering of five local government areas (LGAs) in the State These LGAs are Eleme, Khana, Tai, Gokana, and Andoni. This project aims to enhance power supply efficiency and transparent billing. NigerDelta Insider

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on Sunday, inaugurated the newly elected local government chairmen and councillors in the Saturday poll.

Minister for Blue Economy and the former Governor of Osun State, Alh. Gboyega Oyetola, assuring sacked APC council Chairmen and Councillors of police protection as they prepare to illegally occupy local governments across Osun State against the order of the court nullifying the election as challenged by the Osun APP.

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Senator Titus Zam, Benue North West (APC), has said that the NCDC will help rebuild the zone. Sen Zam, who disclosed this during the funeral oration for the late Tyoor Augustine Azer Tingir, District Head of Saghev/Ukusu at Naka, Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, further said the commission will also help tackle the challenges of insecurity facing north-central Nigeria. Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (PBAT) signed into law a bill establishing the NCDC on February 4, 2025. Senator Zam is the pioneer Senate Committee Chairman of the commission. "With this commission, I know that there is somewhere to run to," Senator Zam told his audience, noting that a similar commission in the South and North East is developing the aforementioned regions. According to the Benue North West Senator, the problems facing the zone will soon be tackled. He explained that by Tuesday next week, the budget for the commission will be presented before the National Assembly, and once passed, funding will be available for the commission to take off. Already, political leaders in the zone have met to fine-tune arrangements for the NCDC's smooth takeoff. Benue State Governor, Fr. Hyacinth Alia, said after the meeting that the leaders met to chart "the best path forward for the NCDC to drive security, economic growth, and sustainable development across the North Central Zone in our collective quest to strengthen the region, provide lasting solutions to our challenges, and unlock opportunities for our people." Credit: The News Times. #benue_newspoint

Governor Alia's Road Project in Zone A Progresses Steadily Kwande LGA, Benue State – The construction of the 23-kilometer Manyam-Unongo-Village-Adikpo Road in Kwande Local Government Area is making significant progress under the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia. On Day Two of the Zone A Project Tour, officials and stakeholders assessed the ongoing work, with pictorial evidence showcasing the steady advancement of the road construction. This project is expected to enhance connectivity, boost economic activities, and improve transportation within the region. Residents and commuters have expressed optimism, noting that the improved infrastructure will ease movement and contribute to the overall development of Kwande LGA and its environs. The project is part of Governor Alia’s commitment to upgrading road networks and fostering infrastructural growth across Benue State. Source: Ohitty TV/Radio Reported by Admin Benue Newspoint #benue_newspoint