Coalition talks face hurdles as Atiku’s bid, zoning threaten negotiations

EditorMarch 23, 2025March 23, 2025014 mins

As the move to form a coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027 intensifies, Sunday PUNCH has learnt that the ambition of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and zoning dispute are stalling negotiations among political leaders. A reliable source involved in the coalition discussions revealed that the camps of 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate,…

Local governments’ financial autonomy faces another setback

EditorFebruary 10, 2025February 10, 2025012 mins

Local government financial autonomy in Nigeria continues to suffer setbacks despite the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of direct revenue allocation to local councils. While the verdict was expected to end state government interference and grant local governments control over their finances, fresh hurdles have emerged, delaying its implementation. The latest requirement by the Central…