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If Fuel Subsidy Is Gone, Why Can’t Local Governments Provide Affordable Community Transport?

OGAsTV Editorial Solution Piece: The debate over the removal of fuel subsidy continues to divide opinion in Nigeria. Speaking recently, politician Peter Ameh argued that removing the subsidy without adequate planning contributed to a sharp increase in transportation costs, which he said has had ripple effects on food prices, business costs and the overall cost

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July 22, 2026 No Comments
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Shortlisted Applicants Begin Receiving Notifications for Kosofe Vocational Skills Training Programme

Applicants who registered for the Vocational and Skills Acquisition Training and Empowerment Programme in April are advised to monitor their phones as notifications and calls are now being sent to shortlisted candidates. According to a notice from the Office of Hon. Kafilat Adetola Ogbara, Member representing Kosofe Federal Constituency, the selection process is currently underway

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July 21, 2026 No Comments
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Akwa Ibom Orders Tricycle, Minibus Operators to Register on Digital Transport Database

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has directed all commercial tricycle and minibus operators across the state to register on the government’s digital transport database, describing the initiative as a critical step towards enhancing security and protecting commuters. The governor said the digital registration exercise is designed to create

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July 19, 2026 No Comments
LCDA

Agboyi-Ketu’s 500 Free GCE Forms Are a Good Start — But Where Are the Jobs?

There is something quietly hopeful about watching teenagers bent over exam papers, pencils moving fast, futures riding on every answer. That was the scene this week at the Agboyi-Ketu LCDA Secretariat in Alapere, where the local government, under the administration of Hon. (Mrs) Adetola Adunni Abubakar, distributed 500 free WAEC GCE forms to young people

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July 17, 2026 No Comments
Politics

Ikosi-Isheri LCDA’s New Office Building and Canteen Project Advances Steadily

LOCAL GOVERNMENT SPOTLIGHT. OGAS TV NIGERIA · KOSOFE & AGBOYI-KETU DESK QUICK SUMMARY Ikosi-Isheri LCDA says its new staff office building and canteen project has reached the plastering stage. The council, led by Mayoress Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada {A Compassionate Leader Putting her Community on the Landmark In Lagos State} plans to commission it alongside

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July 6, 2026 No Comments
Economic

Sokoto–Badagry Highway Project Receives Commendation By Community Engagement Council During Inspection

OGASTV NIGERIA · Infrastructure & Economic Development Watch QUICK SUMMARY The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has commended the progress of the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway following an inspection visit with members of the National Assembly and Presidential aides. Officials say the project is expected to improve transportation, stimulate economic activity, and enhance the quality

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
Civic responsibility

Tear Gas Incident Causes Panic at Oworo Bus Stop

BREAKING NEWS OGASTV NIGERIA | Security & Public Safety 📍 Kore Bus Stop, Ekore Oworo Road, Oworo, Lagos📅 July 5, 2026 QUICK SUMMARY A tear gas canister discharged during a police operation involving tricycle (Maruwa) operators reportedly caused panic at Kore Bus Stop in Oworo on Saturday. Residents and eyewitnesses said several people experienced breathing

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July 5, 2026 No Comments
News

Kosofe APC Calls for Unity as Oshinowo Gets House of Reps Nomination

KNOW YOUR ASPIRANTS OGASTV NIGERIA · KOSOFE DESK QUICK SUMMARY Former Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairman Mayor Dele Oshinowo has emerged as APC’s House of Representatives candidate for Kosofe Federal Constituency after a disputed May 2026 primary. An APC chieftain has now publicly called for party unity, as incumbent Kafilat Ogbara’s camp initially contested the result. THE

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July 5, 2026 No Comments