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The Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has outlined a series of measures to strengthen waste management operations across the state, including the deployment of 160 new compactors, improved access to major dumpsites and tighter oversight of waste collection operators.
The Governor announced the measures following an inspection of waste management operations at the Olusosun dumpsite, as the state moves to address recent collection delays and improve the efficiency of waste disposal.
As part of the immediate interventions, Lagos is expanding and improving access roads at its five major dumpsites to ease truck movement and reduce turnaround time. Development partners are also supporting the state with additional heavy-duty equipment.
The state is also restructuring the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) to strengthen field oversight, while working with Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators to improve service delivery and ensure greater accountability.
For the longer term, the state is constructing Transfer Loading Stations at Olusosun and Solous 3, as well as Material Recovery Facilities in Epe and Badagry, to modernise waste sorting and recycling.
The measures are aimed at building a more efficient, responsive and sustainable waste management system across Lagos.
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Early Childhood Development is not only about giving children the best start in life; it is an investment in Nigeria’s human capital and long-term development.
To strengthen this investment at the subnational level, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), in collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria and the World Bank (@WBG_Nigeria) , convened a series of Zonal Consultative Engagements on Early Childhood Development across the country.
The engagements brought together state representatives from Health, Budget and Economic Planning, Women Affairs, Education and Agriculture, alongside technical experts, development partners and other key stakeholders, across six locations: Maiduguri, Calabar, Enugu, Lagos, Kaduna and Abuja.
The consultations provided a platform for states to examine evidence, identify priority areas, strengthen multisectoral coordination and develop practical, state-specific approaches to ECD.
A key focus was supporting state technical teams to develop individual ECD initiative plans, with guidance from facilitators from the World Bank, FMDA's and NGF. The process also emphasised the importance of securing sustainable financing and integrating ECD priorities into state budgets and medium-term plans.
The engagements reinforced a fundamental principle: ECD is a state-led agenda. While the national level and development partners provide technical support, coordination and evidence, states must lead the process of determining what works for their children, communities and specific contexts.
Sequel to the workshop, state delegates were encouraged to engage their respective Commissioners and relevant stakeholders to refine their state ECD plans, secure government sign-off in order to translate these priorities into funded and implementable interventions that reach children and families at the grassroots.
The NGF remains committed to supporting states and partners in moving #ECD from evidence and dialogue to coordinated action, sustainable investment and measurable results for Nigeria’s youngest citizens.
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The Nigeria Governors’ Forum warmly celebrates Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu (@SenRemiTinubu), CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on the occasion of her birthday.
On this special occasion, we recognise Your Excellency’s contributions to national development and your advocacy for initiatives that promote the wellbeing of women, children, families and vulnerable members of society.
Through your public service and various interventions, you have continued to draw attention to issues that are central to the wellbeing of families and the development of communities across the country. Your commitment to these causes complements ongoing efforts at the subnational level to improve the lives and opportunities of citizens.
As you mark another year, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum wishes Your Excellency good health, wisdom and fulfilment. May the years ahead bring continued opportunities to serve, inspire and contribute to the progress and wellbeing of Nigerians.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency. We wish you many more years of good health, purpose and impactful service to the nation.
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This week, Governors are taking subnational priorities to the global stage at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York.
At the Nigeria Investment Forum and engagements focused on Early Childhood Development and Human Capital Development, Governors will exchange knowledge, explore investment opportunities and engage global partners on practical approaches to advancing development at the subnational level.
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Happy Birthday to His Excellency, Governor Dikko Umar Radda (@dikko_radda), CON, Governor of Katsina State.
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum celebrates you on this special occasion and commends your service to the people of Katsina State.
We wish you continued wisdom, good health and strength as you lead with purpose and dedication.
May the new year bring renewed opportunities to advance development and improve the lives of citizens across the state.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency.
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The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has inaugurated the Forum of State Directors-General of Public Procurement to strengthen collaboration, professionalism and institutional capacity in public procurement across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The inauguration, held at the NGF Secretariat in Abuja, brought together state procurement authorities, the Federal Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) (@BPP_NG), development partners and other stakeholders.
Speaking at the event, the Director-General of the NGF Secretariat, Dr. Abdulateef Shittu, highlighted the critical role of public procurement in effective budget implementation and the delivery of public projects and services.
He charged members of the Forum to strengthen peer learning, share institutional knowledge and promote transparency, accountability and efficiency in procurement across the subnational level.
The Director-General of the BPP, Adebowale Adedokun, expressed support for the initiative, noting its potential to strengthen public spending and advance procurement reforms across the country.
Mr. Ehimoni Ibiyomi was elected Chairman of the Forum. In his acceptance remarks, he pledged collective and inclusive leadership, describing the Forum as an important platform for strengthening public procurement administration and professional practice across the states.
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In a major push to support youth employment and enterprise development, the Governor of Kaduna State, H.E Uba Sani (@ubasanius) has launched an N810 million startup grant scheme for 4,050 graduates of the Kaduna State Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development.
Under the initiative, each beneficiary will receive N200,000 through KADENDA to acquire equipment, establish micro-enterprises, or support their transition into the workforce.
The programme builds on the state’s vocational training efforts, integrating Level II National Skills Qualification training across campuses in Rigachikun, Soba and Samaru Kataf with structured industry linkages, including apprenticeship opportunities and subcontracting arrangements.
To strengthen accountability and track outcomes, the initiative is supported by a dedicated digital monitoring platform that measures enterprise creation, income generation and post-certification employment.
By linking vocational skills acquisition with access to startup capital and market opportunities, the Uba Sani administration is seeking to equip young people with the tools to move from training to sustainable livelihoods.
The intervention forms part of broader efforts by subnational governments across Northern Nigeria to tackle youth unemployment, expand economic opportunities and strengthen workforce development through targeted investments in skills, enterprise and social protection.
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Happy birthday to the Director General of the Nigeria Governors' Forum Secretariat, Dr. Abdulateef Shittu.
On this special occasion, we celebrate your visionary leadership, commitment to excellence and distinguished service.
As you mark another year, may God bless you with sound health, renewed strength and greater wisdom to navigate the opportunities and responsibilities that lie ahead. May this new chapter bring fresh possibilities, significant accomplishments and well-deserved moments of fulfilment.
May you continue to thrive, achieve and inspire in the years ahead.
Wishing you a truly remarkable birthday and many more rewarding years.
#happybirthday
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In an effort to address persistent water shortages and improve access to safe water and sanitation across Nasarawa State, Governor Abdullahi A. Sule has implemented a series of reforms and infrastructure interventions aimed at revitalising the state’s water sector.
Upon assumption of office, Governor Sule declared a state of emergency on water supply and constituted an appraisal committee to assess existing water schemes and identify priority areas for intervention across the state.
As part of the administration’s broader WASH sector reforms, the Nasarawa State Rural Water and Sanitation Agency (NARUWASA) was revived to support the implementation of the National Action Plan for the Revitalisation of the WASH Sector and the Partnership for Expanded Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (PEWASH).
Under the leadership of the agency’s General Manager, Geologist Haruna Ewa, NARUWASA has intensified grassroots campaigns on open defecation, sanitation and sustainable hygiene practices. Working with traditional rulers and community leaders, the agency has strengthened community participation in water and sanitation initiatives across several Local Government Areas, including Wamba, Awe, Akwanga and Toto.
Meanwhile, the Nasarawa State Water Board has undertaken critical rehabilitation works, including the repair and replacement of high-lift and low-lift pumps across Keffi, Karu, Akwanga, Nasarawa, Toto, Lafia, Doma, Obi, Wamba, Keana and Nasarawa Eggon.
The administration has also reactivated previously abandoned water schemes, restoring access to pipe-borne water in underserved communities. In Awe, for instance, interventions have restored water supply to public taps and traditional palaces, while the transition towards solar-powered pumping systems is helping to reduce operational costs and support affordable water delivery.
Through these interventions, the administration is strengthening the state’s water infrastructure, improving access to safe water and sanitation, and reducing the vulnerability of communities to waterborne diseases.
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Governor Hyacinth Alia (@HyacinthAlia) has outlined major policy initiatives aimed at revitalizing the state’s education, industrial, and agricultural sectors during a town hall meeting in the Oju/Obi Federal Constituency.
As part of efforts to strengthen human capital development, the administration plans to upgrade the College of Education (COE), Oju, into a standard higher institution under a new nomenclature. The Governor also assured residents of the timely completion of the Oju-Awajir Road alongside other priority infrastructure projects across the state.
To boost subnational industrialization, technical assessments have been concluded to revive the long-abandoned Igumale Cement Factory in Enone. Governor Alia encouraged residents to embrace large-scale agriculture, noting that strategic state investments in the Food Basket Brewery, Fruit Juice Company, and Taraku Mills will secure ready off-taker markets and significantly reduce post-harvest losses.
Addressing security and land governance, the Governor reiterated that no Benue land will be allocated for ranching, while expressing appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a new Army Division in Makurdi to enhance regional security.
Together, these initiatives reflect the administration’s broader commitment to positioning Benue for sustainable growth by investing in its people, strengthening productive sectors, expanding infrastructure, and creating an enabling environment for investment and economic opportunity across the state.
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The Governor of Abia State, H.E Alex Otti (@alexottiofr) has reiterated his administration’s commitment to placing women at the center of the state’s socio-economic transformation, identifying them as essential partners in driving sustainable subnational development.
Speaking at the grand finale of the 2026 Abia Women August Delegates Conference (AWADEC) in Umuahia, Governor Otti emphasized that target-driven interventions for women remain pivotal to fostering social stability, strengthening family structures, and curbing youth involvement in crime and social vices.
To translate this strategic vision into measurable outcomes, the state government, through the office of the First Lady, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti (@PriscillaOtti), has integrated economic empowerment, skills acquisition, and direct financial support into community-level development plans across all 17 Local Government Areas.
Key interventions include housing initiatives for vulnerable women, the Safe Tent Care Initiative for micro-businesses, and targeted support for petty traders, farmers, and widows.
Furthermore, the state launched the Thrive Business Challenge to transition informal, female-led micro-enterprises into structured, commercially viable ventures. In addition to assets and business support grants allocated to top finalists, non-finalists receive seed capital to bolster enterprise growth.
By prioritizing structural economic relief and root-cause vulnerability over short-term aid, Abia State is establishing a sustainable framework for gender-inclusive economic growth and subnational resilience.
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On behalf of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and the 36 State Governors of the Federation, I extend our warmest felicitations and best wishes to Your Excellency on the occasion of your birthday.
The Forum wishes to use this occasion to celebrate Your Excellency’s distinguished record of public service, defined by patriotism, political sagacity, administrative astuteness, strategic foresight, humility, courage, integrity and an unwavering
commitment to the national interest.
As a consummate statesman and strategist, Your
Excellency has demonstrated exceptional capacity to navigate complex national challenges with wisdom, composure and purpose. Most important, your loyalty and steadfast support for Mr. President have exemplified the virtues of trust, teamwork, and collective leadership.
On this auspicious occasion, we pray that Almighty God will continue to grant Your Excellency good health, wisdom, strength, and renewed grace as you discharge the enormous responsibilities of your office. May He bless you with many more years of impactful service and fulfilment, and may your contributions to the building of a stronger
and more prosperous Nigeria continue to bear enduring fruit.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of our highest regards and the very best wishes of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum.
Signed
H.E AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
Chairman Nigeria Governors' Forum & Executive Governor, Kwara State.
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On behalf of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), I extend our warmest
congratulations to Your Excellency on the occasion of your birthday.
Today, we celebrate not only another year of your life but also your
dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the progress and development of Zamfara State and our nation as a whole.
As you mark this special day, we wish you good health, renewed strength,
and greater success in all your endeavours.
May the year ahead be filled with
impactful achievements, wisdom, and the fulfilment of your aspirations for your state and the people you serve.
Once again, happy birthday, Your Excellency.
Signed
H.E. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON
Governor of Kwara State & Chairman, Nigeria Governors' Forum.
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On behalf of my family, the government and people of Kwara State, as well as the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF), I send hearty congratulations to His Excellency Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, (@officialSKSM) on his milestone 60th birthday anniversary today, September 2, 2026.
I join His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and millions of Nigerians to salute Mr. Vice President for his patriotism, leadership, and commitment to public service and greater good. Across various leadership positions he has held both in private and public sectors, H.E. Kashim Shettima exemplified uncommon diligence, passion, erudition and knack for excellence.
We thank His Excellency for his service to our country, admirable loyalty to Mr. President, great representation of Nigeria at international fora, and his remarkable blend of erudition and humour. I ask Almighty Allaah to grant H.E. Kashim Shettima many more fulfilling years, longer life, good health, and more grace.
Signed
H.E AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
Chairman Nigeria Governors' Forum & Executive Governor, Kwara State.
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For many Nigerians, the cost of transportation is felt most directly within our states, on the journey to work, to school, to the market and other daily activities.
Governor's have therefore unanimously resolved to take immediate steps to bring down the cost of intra-state transportation, through the adoption of CNG and electric vehicles as more cost-effective transportation options.
The Forum remains committed to working with the Federal Government and other stakeholders to ensure that the investments being made in Nigeria's energy transition translate into meaningful benefits for the people we serve.
“CHEAPER FUEL MUST MEAN CHEAPER TRANSPORT FARES”: PRESIDENT TINUBU, GOVERNORS MOVE TO CUT TRANSPORT FARES NATIONWIDE
I am pleased with my discussion with the Governors’ Forum this afternoon. The Governors have, on their own initiative, resolved to take immediate measures to bring down the cost of transportation in their states, with a strong focus on leveraging the cost benefits of CNG and electric vehicles.
The Federal Government is already investing significantly in this energy transition. Through the Presidential CNG Initiative, over 120,000 vehicles have been converted nationwide, with more than 100,000 additional conversion kits in the works. At the same time, we continue to expand conversion centres and refuelling infrastructure nationwide.
The Federal Government, through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund, is currently financing more than 100 gas projects across the country, including 15 CNG mother stations and 86 daughter stations. In May, I commissioned four of these projects in Lagos, Abuja and Owerri, including a 15-station refuelling network in Lagos and an Abuja facility that can serve 1,000 cars and tricycles and 50 trucks and buses a day.
I have also directed the additional rollout of another 500 CNG refuelling stations nationwide in addition to the 500 stations ordered earlier in the year by the Fund, bringing the programme to 1,000 stations across the country.
Intra-state transport is where Nigerians feel the cost most directly, and it is where the states hold the levers. I am encouraged that our Governors are moving to bring these benefits closer to the people they serve.
We have agreed to set up a joint Federal and State committee to begin implementing these measures immediately. A vehicle running on CNG spends 60 to 80 per cent less on fuel than one running on petrol.
From October 1, our goal is that Nigerians begin to partake in those savings through lower transport fares.
We have agreed that cheaper fuel should result in cheaper fares!
Each tier of government must keep doing its part and work together for the benefit of every Nigerian.
Nigeria First.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
The Aso Villa
Abuja
27 August, 2026
@NigeriaGov @NGRPresident
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Nigeria Governors' Forum retweeted
Kebbi @ 35: Honouring Our Heritage, Celebrating Progress, Shaping the Future
As Kebbi State marks 35 years since its creation in 1991, we celebrate a journey shaped by resilience, unity, hard work and the enduring spirit of our people.
From agriculture and commerce to education, infrastructure, culture and human capital development, Kebbi has continued to make progress while preserving the rich heritage that defines us.
This milestone is not only a celebration of how far we have come, but also a call to build the future we envision—through stronger institutions, quality education, better healthcare, youth empowerment, investment, job creation and sustainable economic growth.
Kebbi’s greatest strength remains its people: farmers, entrepreneurs, professionals, women, youths, traditional institutions, community leaders, civil servants and citizens whose contributions continue to move the state forward.
At 35, let us honour our past, celebrate our present and work together to create a more prosperous and inclusive future.
Happy 35th Anniversary, Kebbi State!
#KebbiAt35 #KebbiState #35YearsOfProgress #OurKebbi
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Nigeria Governors' Forum retweeted
Taraba State at 35: Celebrating Our Journey, Building Our Future
Today, we celebrate 35 years of our dear Taraba.
Since its creation in 1991, Taraba has grown into a state defined by its diversity and vast potential. Our people — united across cultures, faiths, and communities — are the true strength of the "Nature's Gift to the Nation."
As we mark this milestone, I reaffirm our administration’s commitment to building a Taraba that is peaceful, secure, and prosperous for all.
We will continue to invest in education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and youth development to secure a better future for our children.
To every Taraban, thank you for your sacrifices and contributions to our growth. Let us continue to work together in unity and purpose to make Taraba greater.
Happy 35th Anniversary, Taraba State.
God bless the good People of Taraba.
God bless Taraba State.
God bless Nigeria.
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Nigeria Governors' Forum retweeted
As part of activities marking Taraba State’s 35th Anniversary, I officially unveiled the Taraba State Development Master Plan and the Taraba State Water Plan at a Gala Night held in Jalingo.
These strategic frameworks will guide the state’s long-term growth and sustainable development. They provide a clear roadmap for physical planning, infrastructure expansion, and water resource management for the people of Taraba and the next generation.
The progress we celebrate today was made possible by the contributions of successive administrations — both military and civilian. At different times, our past leaders provided people-focused governance and laid the foundation for the Taraba we are building today.
In his remarks, the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, described 35 years of Taraba as a significant milestone.
He noted our abundant natural resources and agricultural potential, and described Taraba as one of Nigeria’s frontier states for agriculture.
#TarabaAt35
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Nigeria Governors' Forum retweeted
“CHEAPER FUEL MUST MEAN CHEAPER TRANSPORT FARES”: PRESIDENT TINUBU, GOVERNORS MOVE TO CUT TRANSPORT FARES NATIONWIDE
I am pleased with my discussion with the Governors’ Forum this afternoon. The Governors have, on their own initiative, resolved to take immediate measures to bring down the cost of transportation in their states, with a strong focus on leveraging the cost benefits of CNG and electric vehicles.
The Federal Government is already investing significantly in this energy transition. Through the Presidential CNG Initiative, over 120,000 vehicles have been converted nationwide, with more than 100,000 additional conversion kits in the works. At the same time, we continue to expand conversion centres and refuelling infrastructure nationwide.
The Federal Government, through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund, is currently financing more than 100 gas projects across the country, including 15 CNG mother stations and 86 daughter stations. In May, I commissioned four of these projects in Lagos, Abuja and Owerri, including a 15-station refuelling network in Lagos and an Abuja facility that can serve 1,000 cars and tricycles and 50 trucks and buses a day.
I have also directed the additional rollout of another 500 CNG refuelling stations nationwide in addition to the 500 stations ordered earlier in the year by the Fund, bringing the programme to 1,000 stations across the country.
Intra-state transport is where Nigerians feel the cost most directly, and it is where the states hold the levers. I am encouraged that our Governors are moving to bring these benefits closer to the people they serve.
We have agreed to set up a joint Federal and State committee to begin implementing these measures immediately. A vehicle running on CNG spends 60 to 80 per cent less on fuel than one running on petrol.
From October 1, our goal is that Nigerians begin to partake in those savings through lower transport fares.
We have agreed that cheaper fuel should result in cheaper fares!
Each tier of government must keep doing its part and work together for the benefit of every Nigerian.
Nigeria First.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
The Aso Villa
Abuja
27 August, 2026
@officialABAT
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