Governance

Exploring the latest stories, deep-dives, and insights in the world of governance.

US-Nigeria Tensions: Trump Threatens More Strikes Over Killings

Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch additional military strikes in Nigeria if killings of Christians continue, following the controversial Christmas Day airstrikes against Islamic State militants in the country. His remarks have reignited debate over religious violence and foreign intervention in Africa’s most populous nation.

95News•1/9/2026

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Global Outcry Intensifies as Elon Musk’s Grok AI Accused of Enabling Sexualised Deepfakes

Governments across Europe, Asia, and Latin America are demanding urgent action from Elon Musk’s platform X after its AI chatbot, Grok, was found generating non‑consensual sexualised images of women and minors. The backlash—spanning the UK, EU, India, Malaysia, France, Brazil, and Poland—has triggered investigations, regulatory warnings, and renewed calls for stronger global AI safety laws.

95News•1/9/2026

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Osun Assembly Passes Bill to Regulate LG Finances

The Osun State House of Assembly has passed a new bill aimed at regulating the finances of local governments, strengthening accountability and transparency in grassroots administration.

95News•12/5/2025

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Microsoft to Raise Productivity Suite Prices for Businesses, Governments

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to raise subscription prices for Microsoft 365 productivity suites beginning July 2026, impacting both businesses and government agencies.

95News•12/5/2025

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Federal Government Sets Dec 20 Deadline to Pay Contractors

The Federal Government has set December 20, 2025 as the deadline to clear outstanding payments owed to contractors, aiming to fast-track infrastructure delivery and restore confidence in project execution.

95News•12/5/2025

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Tinubu’s 65 Envoy Nominees Face Tough Senate Screening

President Bola Tinubu’s sweeping diplomatic shake-up has reached the Senate, where 65 ambassadorial nominees face what is expected to be a stormy confirmation process.

95News•12/5/2025

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Senate Begins Screening of Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Nominees

The Nigerian Senate has commenced the screening of President Bola Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees, beginning with three non-career candidates — Kayode Are (Ogun State), Aminu Dalhatu (Jigawa State), and Ayodele Oke (Oyo State) — as part of a broader diplomatic reshuffle.

95News•12/3/2025

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Senate Confirms Ex-CDS Musa as Defence Minister

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed General Christopher Musa, former Chief of Defence Staff, as the country’s new Minister of Defence after a rigorous five-hour screening session that focused on insecurity, military welfare, and counterterrorism strategies.

95News•12/3/2025

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FG Contractors Launch Fresh Protest Over N500bn Debt

Local contractors under the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria on Tuesday staged a fresh protest at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, demanding payment of over ₦500 billion owed for completed government projects, accusing the Federal Government of repeated delays and broken promises.

95News•12/3/2025

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Akwa Ibom Governor Approves 13th-Month Salary for Workers

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has approved the payment of a 13th‑month salary for state workers, describing the bonus as a gesture of appreciation for their dedication and a measure to ease financial pressures during the festive season.

95News•12/1/2025

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Adeleke Imposes 24-Hour Curfew on Osun Community

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Igbajo community in Boluwaduro Local Government Area, following violent clashes that left several people injured and property destroyed, with security agencies directed to enforce strict compliance to restore peace.

95News•12/1/2025

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FCT Doctors Suspend Indefinite Strike After 30 Days

Doctors under the Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) have suspended their indefinite strike after 30 days, following the approval of their demands by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The suspension will last four weeks, during which the union expects the government to implement the agreed measures.

95News•12/1/2025