State of the States Archives - TheCitizen - It's all about you https://thecitizenng.com/category/state-of-the-states/ Nigeria's leading online newspaper Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:31:03 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://thecitizenng.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cropped-TheCitizen-330x50-1-32x32.png State of the States Archives - TheCitizen - It's all about you https://thecitizenng.com/category/state-of-the-states/ 32 32 Gov. Otu bows to pressure, orders release of detained critic Odama https://thecitizenng.com/gov-otu-bows-to-pressure-orders-release-of-detained-critic-odama/ https://thecitizenng.com/gov-otu-bows-to-pressure-orders-release-of-detained-critic-odama/#respond Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:31:03 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=286338 Cross River State Governor, Sen Bassey Otu, on Wednesday night ordered the release of businessman and social media critic, Denis Odama, who had spent about a week in detention following a complaint filed by some of the governor’s aides. In a statement issued via his verified Facebook page, Otu said he had personally directed the […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/gov-otu-bows-to-pressure-orders-release-of-detained-critic-odama/feed/ 0 Oyo declares Thursday work-free for 2026 Isese day https://thecitizenng.com/oyo-declares-thursday-work-free-for-2026-isese-day/ https://thecitizenng.com/oyo-declares-thursday-work-free-for-2026-isese-day/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:05 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=286252 The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day in commemoration of Isese Day, a day dedicated by the state government to celebrating the rich cultural and traditional heritage of the Yoruba people. This was contained in a memo signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Babatunde, […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/oyo-declares-thursday-work-free-for-2026-isese-day/feed/ 0 Account Freeze: Adeleke orders Osun Attorney-General to withdraw suit against EFCC https://thecitizenng.com/account-freeze-adeleke-orders-osun-attorney-general-to-withdraw-suit-against-efcc/ https://thecitizenng.com/account-freeze-adeleke-orders-osun-attorney-general-to-withdraw-suit-against-efcc/#respond Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:57:54 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=286189 Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed the state Attorney-General to withdraw the suit filed against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the freezing of the state government’s bank account. Adeleke disclosed this in an interview with Channels Television, hours after he was declared winner of the August 15 governorship election. The governor […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/account-freeze-adeleke-orders-osun-attorney-general-to-withdraw-suit-against-efcc/feed/ 0 Sanwo-Olu inducts 1,000 as Lagos internship beneficiaries hit 8,000 https://thecitizenng.com/sanwo-olu-inducts-1000-as-lagos-internship-beneficiaries-hit-8000/ https://thecitizenng.com/sanwo-olu-inducts-1000-as-lagos-internship-beneficiaries-hit-8000/#respond Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:36:45 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=286045 Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said more than 8,000 young graduates have passed through the state’s Graduate Internship Placement Programme as his administration seeks to ease the transition from university to employment. Sanwo-Olu made this known on Monday at the onboarding ceremony for 1,000 new beneficiaries of the GIPP, organised by the Lagos State […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/sanwo-olu-inducts-1000-as-lagos-internship-beneficiaries-hit-8000/feed/ 0 Gov. Adeleke declares Friday work-free day for Osun workers https://thecitizenng.com/gov-adeleke-declares-friday-work-free-day-for-osun-workers/ https://thecitizenng.com/gov-adeleke-declares-friday-work-free-day-for-osun-workers/#respond Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:02:28 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=286027 Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared Friday, August 14, 2026, a work-free day for public service workers across the state ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. The declaration was contained in a circular issued by the Head of Service, Elder Ayanleye Aina and posted by the Spokesperson to the state governor, the Olawale Rasheed on […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/gov-adeleke-declares-friday-work-free-day-for-osun-workers/feed/ 0 Why Kano govt spent N1.5bn on mass wedding – Gov. Yusuf https://thecitizenng.com/why-kano-govt-spent-n1-5bn-on-mass-wedding-gov-yusuf/ https://thecitizenng.com/why-kano-govt-spent-n1-5bn-on-mass-wedding-gov-yusuf/#respond Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:34:57 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285899 Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has explained that the state government committed over N1.5 billion to the 2026 mass wedding programme to fulfil a campaign promise and provide comprehensive support to 1,500 newly married couples. The governor said the initiative, popularly known as Auren Gata, was conceived to assist couples not only to get […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/why-kano-govt-spent-n1-5bn-on-mass-wedding-gov-yusuf/feed/ 0 Kebbi governor convenes emergency security meeting https://thecitizenng.com/kebbi-governor-convenes-emergency-security-meeting/ https://thecitizenng.com/kebbi-governor-convenes-emergency-security-meeting/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:08:14 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285722 Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, on Wednesday convened an emergency security meeting to review the security situation in the state and strengthen measures aimed at addressing emerging security challenges in some communities. The meeting, which brought together key security stakeholders, focused on reviewing and reinforcing existing security strategies to ensure a more coordinated and […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/kebbi-governor-convenes-emergency-security-meeting/feed/ 0 Enugu launches ETTW TV to showcase transformation, investment opportunities https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-launches-ettw-tv-to-showcase-transformation-investment-opportunities/ https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-launches-ettw-tv-to-showcase-transformation-investment-opportunities/#respond Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:57:10 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285562 Enugu State Government has launched a new television programme, Enugu to the World (ETTW), to showcase the state’s ongoing transformation, emerging investment opportunities and the people, policies and projects driving its development. The weekly 30-minute talk show and documentary-style current affairs programme provides an in-depth look at the transformation taking place across Enugu, with particular […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-launches-ettw-tv-to-showcase-transformation-investment-opportunities/feed/ 0 Lagos to introduce special vehicle number plates for PWDs https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-to-introduce-special-vehicle-number-plates-for-pwds/ https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-to-introduce-special-vehicle-number-plates-for-pwds/#respond Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:31:39 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285496 The Lagos State Government has commenced plans to introduce specialised vehicle number plates for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) as part of efforts to enhance inclusion, accessibility and ease of mobility across the state. The proposal formed the focus of discussions during a courtesy visit by the management of the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-to-introduce-special-vehicle-number-plates-for-pwds/feed/ 0 Enugu governor approves recruitment of 6,580 teachers, school staff https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-governor-approves-recruitment-of-6580-teachers-school-staff/ https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-governor-approves-recruitment-of-6580-teachers-school-staff/#respond Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:28:28 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285493 Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has approved the recruitment of 6,580 qualified candidates into various academic, technical and administrative roles across public primary and junior secondary schools in the state, with a strong focus on staffing the state’s 267 Smart Green Schools. This was contained in a job vacancy advertisement issued by the Executive Chairman […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-governor-approves-recruitment-of-6580-teachers-school-staff/feed/ 0 Anambra sanctions seven schools over graduation parties https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-sanctions-seven-schools-over-graduation-parties/ https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-sanctions-seven-schools-over-graduation-parties/#respond Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:53:03 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285457 The Anambra State Government has sanctioned seven private schools for violating its ban on graduation parties and ordered them to refund all monies collected from parents within one month or face immediate closure. According to information obtained from the website of the state Ministry of Education on Sunday, the directive was issued by the Commissioner […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-sanctions-seven-schools-over-graduation-parties/feed/ 0 Abia takes delivery of 20 more electric buses, to expand route network https://thecitizenng.com/abia-takes-delivery-of-20-more-electric-buses-to-expand-route-network/ https://thecitizenng.com/abia-takes-delivery-of-20-more-electric-buses-to-expand-route-network/#respond Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:24:21 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285444 The Abia state government has taken delivery of 20 more electric buses out of the about 100 it planed to procure to enable it operate statewide and even beyond. The state Governor who announced this Thursday night during his July monthly interaction with Journalists in Umuahia, the state capital, said that these latest delivery of […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/abia-takes-delivery-of-20-more-electric-buses-to-expand-route-network/feed/ 0 Osun: I’ve kept my promise of good governance – Adeleke https://thecitizenng.com/osun-ive-kept-my-promise-of-good-governance-adeleke/ https://thecitizenng.com/osun-ive-kept-my-promise-of-good-governance-adeleke/#respond Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:55:11 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285401 Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has promised to further raise the bar by delivering more developmental initiatives for Osun people, if re-elected. Adeleke stated this in Erin-Osun and Ilobu in Irepodun Local Government Area of the state during the Imole Campaign Council’s consultation and mobilisation tour ahead of the governorship election. In a statement signed […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/osun-ive-kept-my-promise-of-good-governance-adeleke/feed/ 0 Lagos blames heavy rainfall for worsening road conditions https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-blames-heavy-rainfall-for-worsening-road-conditions/ https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-blames-heavy-rainfall-for-worsening-road-conditions/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:51:47 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285280 The Lagos State Public Works Corporation has appealed to residents for understanding as the state grapples with prolonged rainy seasons, which have resulted in widespread flooding and damage to roads and other public infrastructure. The agency’s Director of Public Affairs, Samuel Ayetutu, disclosed this in a statement on behalf of the General Manager, Tokunbo Ajanaku, […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/lagos-blames-heavy-rainfall-for-worsening-road-conditions/feed/ 0 Kogi govt confirms rescue of abducted principal, NECO official, two students https://thecitizenng.com/kogi-govt-confirms-rescue-of-abducted-principal-neco-official-two-students/ https://thecitizenng.com/kogi-govt-confirms-rescue-of-abducted-principal-neco-official-two-students/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:25:48 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285269 The Kogi State Government has announced the rescue of the four persons abducted during the recent attack on an unauthorised examination centre in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, describing the rescue as the outcome of a coordinated […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/kogi-govt-confirms-rescue-of-abducted-principal-neco-official-two-students/feed/ 0 Anambra agency cracks down on illegal street trading, shanties in markets https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-agency-cracks-down-on-illegal-street-trading-shanties-in-markets/ https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-agency-cracks-down-on-illegal-street-trading-shanties-in-markets/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:48:52 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285162 The Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra, otherwise known as the OCHA Brigade, has cracked down on illegal street trading and environmental violations, carrying out a major enforcement and decongestion exercise across markets in Ogidi, Afor Igwe Umunnachi, Oye Agu Abagana, Nkpor and surrounding areas. During the operation on Monday, the agency demolished several shanties and […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/anambra-agency-cracks-down-on-illegal-street-trading-shanties-in-markets/feed/ 0 Plateau Assembly moves to provide pensions for ex-lawmakers https://thecitizenng.com/plateau-assembly-moves-to-provide-pensions-for-ex-lawmakers/ https://thecitizenng.com/plateau-assembly-moves-to-provide-pensions-for-ex-lawmakers/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:28:02 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285112 The Plateau State House of Assembly has passed for second reading a bill seeking to provide pension and retirement benefits for former speakers, deputy speakers, principal officers and members of the assembly. The bill, sponsored by Eli Ankala (APC, Rukuba-Irigwe), was debated during Tuesday’s plenary presided over by the Speaker, Daniel Nanlong. Leading the debate, […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/plateau-assembly-moves-to-provide-pensions-for-ex-lawmakers/feed/ 0 Gov. Nwifuru hails establishment of new Army Depot in Ebonyi https://thecitizenng.com/gov-nwifuru-hails-establishment-of-new-army-depot-in-ebonyi/ https://thecitizenng.com/gov-nwifuru-hails-establishment-of-new-army-depot-in-ebonyi/#respond Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:23:02 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=285028 The Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru, has described the establishment of the Depot Nigerian Army, at Amasiri-Edda in the state, as a strategic national asset that will also reinforce security architecture in the South-East. Nwifuru noted that the Depot would strengthen the Army’s force generation and operational readiness. The Governor spoke at a […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/gov-nwifuru-hails-establishment-of-new-army-depot-in-ebonyi/feed/ 0 Imo Police comb forests with drones, rescue kidnapped victim https://thecitizenng.com/imo-police-comb-forests-with-drones-rescue-kidnapped-victim/ https://thecitizenng.com/imo-police-comb-forests-with-drones-rescue-kidnapped-victim/#respond Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:01:46 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284765 The Imo State Police Command, over the weekend, deployed surveillance drones, combed forests and rescued a kidnap victim in the state. Confirming this in a press statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mr. Henry Okoye, said: “The Command has deployed a surveillance drone to strengthen intelligence gathering and support ongoing operations aimed at identifying […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/imo-police-comb-forests-with-drones-rescue-kidnapped-victim/feed/ 0 Sokoto mourns as three soldiers, two policemen die in IED explosion, ambush https://thecitizenng.com/sokoto-mourns-as-three-soldiers-two-policemen-die-in-ied-explosion-ambush/ https://thecitizenng.com/sokoto-mourns-as-three-soldiers-two-policemen-die-in-ied-explosion-ambush/#respond Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:08:59 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284642 The Sokoto State Government has commended security agencies for recording fresh successes in the fight against banditry across the state, while mourning five security personnel who lost their lives in separate operations. The Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Ahmed Aliyu, retired Col. Ahmed Usman, said recent operations by the military, police and other […]

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