#Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON)

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ALGON National President Felicitates Muslims on Eid-El Maulud

The National President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Hon. Aminu Mu’azu Maifata, has congratulated Muslims across the country on the occasion of Eid-El Maulud, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). In a press release, Hon. Maifata described the event as the foundation of faith and a core instrument of salvation, urging Muslims to maximize the…

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NewsKano anti-graft agency arrests perm sec, Kwankwaso’s nephew, 3 others for alleged drug supply scam

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Mohammed Kabawa, and four others for alleged multi-billion naira drugs supply scam. Also arrested by the commission was the chairman of the Association for Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Bashir, and the Managing…

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LG Autonomy: Oyo Council Chairmen break from ALGON, back Governor Makinde

In a significant and controversial shift, the 33 local government chairmen in Oyo State have announced their decision to sever ties with the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON). Instead, they have opted to form a new association that supports Governor Seyi Makinde’s position against local government autonomy. This development has stirred a vigorous debate among citizens, raising…

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Oyo LG Chairmen Pull Out Of ALGON Over Supreme Court Ruling On Autonomy

The 33 council chairmen in Oyo State have dumped the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) over the Supreme Court’s judgment granting financial autonomy to local government across the country. The chairmen, in a communique signed by all the chairmen, unanimously declared their unalloyed support for Governor Seyi Makinde. ALGON’s Public Relation Officer in the state, Ibrahim Akintayo,…

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Oyo Born Market Leader, Princess Folashade Abeo, Congratulates Hon. Sanda’s Return As ALGON Chairman

Oyo born market leader, Princess Folashade Abeo, has congratulated Honorable Sikiru Sanda, chairman of Egbeda Local Government on his reelection as the Chairman of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Oyo state chapter. In a statement personally signed on Thursday, she described Sanda’s return as a classic case of “whom the cap fits”. She expressed optimism that Sanda’s…

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ARISE Agenda: ALGON Reassures Governor Umo Eno of Support, Loyalty

ARISE Agenda: ALGON Reassures Governor Umo Eno of Support, Loyalty In a significant show of solidarity, the Association of Local Government Chairmen of Nigeria (ALGON) Akwa Ibom State Chapter has reaffirmed its unwavering support and loyalty to Governor Umo Eno and his administration’s ARISE Agenda. This reassurance was made during the commissioning of the Ikot Ekpene Multi-purpose Marriage…

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Nigeria Police Force, ALGON Forge Collaboration, As IGP Plays Host To ALGON

Nigeria Police Force, ALGON Forge Collaboration, As IGP Plays Host To ALGON The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, during a courtesy visit by the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, engaged in discussions aimed at bolstering cooperation between ALGON and the Nigeria Police Force. The meeting focused on…

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FCT: Wike appoints another Rivers man, Fred Barivure as Special Assistant

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has appointed Dr. Barivure Fred Kpakol as his Senior Special Assistant on Environment and Waste Management. A statement signed by the Director of Press, Anthony Ogunleye, said Kpakol’s extensive experience and qualifications make him a valuable addition to the FCT Administration’s dedicated team. The new appointee was born on the 26th of May, 1961, in Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State and has a remarkable academic background. The FCTA statement noted that the Rivers-born appointee holds a doctorate degree in Banking and Finance from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Federal University of Technology Owerri, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt. Notable positions he has held include: Rivers State Commissioner for Agriculture, Rivers State Commissioner for Finance, Vice Chairman of the PDP in Rivers South East Senatorial Zone, Executive Chairman of Gokana Local Government, State Secretary of Rivers State Chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON. Read the full article

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NDDC, WHO Endorse ALGON's Primary Healthcare Revitalization Programme in 774 LGAs and Councils

In a significant move towards strengthening primary healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has collaborated with the Presidency, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), World Health Organization (WHO), and other stakeholders to launch a comprehensive programme aimed at revitalizing and operationalizing primary healthcare services in all 774…

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ALGON Accuses Ex-Chairmen Of Plotting Mayhem In Rivers

••••Declares support for Police in protecting Councils’ Secretariat Rivers State chapter of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria has accused the immediate past Chairmen of local governments in the State of plotting to cause mayhem by embarking on a violent protest in the state. Addressing the press on Sunday on behalf of the 23 Local Government Council Caretaker Chairmen in the State…

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State govts urge court to suspend $418m Paris Club debt deductions

State govts urge court to suspend $418m Paris Club debt deductions

The 36 state governments have urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to restrain the federal government from going ahead with the deduction of funds from the Federation Account for the settlement of the $418 million Paris Club judgement debt. This came after the same court dismissed the state government’s suit seeking an order to stop the said deductions last month. Delivering judgment on the suit…

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Rivers State Crisis: ALGON welcomes probe, reject payment of emoluments, allowances

– Refers Gov. Fubara’s CTC chairmen as usurpers. – ⁠Tells supporters to remain calm. The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Rivers State Chapter have reacted to the Rivers State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, GSSRS, over the purportedly appointed and sworn-in Care- Taker Committees to take over the 23 Local Government Councils of…

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ALGON decries 3.3% planned revenue allocation to councils

ALGON decries 3.3% planned revenue allocation to councils

Buhari The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has described the proposed 3.3 per cent increase in revenue allocation to the third tier of government as inadequate. President of ALGON, Kolade Alabi, who spoke during the opening of the National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting/Retreat in Lagos, said the proposed increment by the Federal Government was inadequate compared to the 14…

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ALGON: You compromised on oath taken - Committee blasts Hon. Taofiq, Asks Gov Yahya To Intervene

ALGON: You compromised on oath taken – Committee blasts Hon. Taofiq, Asks Gov Yahya To Intervene

Interim Management Committee of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON has criticized Hon. Isa A. Taofiq chairman of Ijumu lga- Kogi State, for betraying and compromising on upholding the mandate of the IMC months after promising to join hands to restore the association which was hijacked by the Alabi-led faction. Addressing the situation on Monday, in a statement signed by the…

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High Court Postponed Femi Fani-Kayode Trial

High Court Postponed Femi Fani-Kayode Trial

Thursday, the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court postponed the trial of former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani-Kayode and others for money laundering to October 27 and 28.Mr. Fani-Kayode is charged alongside former Minister of State for Finance Nenadi Usman and former Association of Local Government of Nigeria Chairman Yusuf Danjuma (ALGON).A corporation, Jointrust Dimensions Nigeria Ltd.,…

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ALGON Partners WHO As Landmark Technical Workshop on Primary Health Care Revitalization Kicks Off in Abuja

A groundbreaking technical workshop on Primary Health Care (PHC) revitalization and operationalization has commenced in Abuja, Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the country’s healthcare sector. The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) is partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to host this high-level stakeholder…