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Nigeria Governors' Forum The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is an association Nigeria's 36 state governors.

Nigeria Governors’ Forum is a non-partisan association that brings together the elected Governors of the country’s 36 States to promote unity, good governance, better understanding and cooperation among states, as well as a healthy and beneficial relationship between the states and other tiers of government.

Governor Agbu Kefas has approved N2.5 billion for social protection, youth development and recovery programmes targeting...
07/10/2026

Governor Agbu Kefas has approved N2.5 billion for social protection, youth development and recovery programmes targeting vulnerable households and communities affected by crises across Taraba State.

The Governor announced the intervention during his Independence Day broadcast in Jalingo, outlining measures aimed at strengthening targeted social support, expanding economic opportunities for young people and supporting recovery in crisis-affected communities.

Under the package, N500 million will be allocated to the Taraba CARES Social Investment and Poverty Relief Programme between October 2026 and March 2027. The programme will prioritise households facing severe hardship, including widows with dependants, older persons without reliable income and persons living with disabilities.

A further N1 billion has been allocated to the Taraba State Youth Development Agency to support skills development, livelihoods, enterprise development and other economic opportunities for young people.

The remaining N1 billion will support relief and recovery efforts in Karim Lamido and other crisis-affected areas, with interventions to be guided by verified needs and prioritisation of the most affected households and communities.

To strengthen transparency, Governor Kefas directed the Youth Development Agency to publicly disclose its programmes, eligibility criteria and application processes, as well as report on the skills, livelihoods and enterprises supported through the intervention.

He also directed that expenditure under the crisis recovery programme be publicly accounted for, reinforcing the need for clear beneficiary targeting, verifiable results and financial transparency in the implementation of the interventions.

The Governor further reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to meeting its pension obligations to retired public servants, alongside the broader social protection measures announced in the broadcast.

Governor Dapo Abiodun has assented to the Ogun State Education and Skills Trust Fund Bill, establishing a statutory fram...
07/10/2026

Governor Dapo Abiodun has assented to the Ogun State Education and Skills Trust Fund Bill, establishing a statutory framework to mobilise additional resources for education and skills development beyond the state’s annual budget cycle.

The Fund will support educational infrastructure and maintenance, bursaries, teacher development, vocational training and apprenticeship programmes, providing a structured mechanism for sustained investment in the sector.

The policy also seeks to strengthen the connection between education and the skills required by Ogun State’s industrial and commercial sectors. By aligning vocational training with labour market demand, the framework could improve pathways from education into employment and enterprise, particularly in areas such as technical trades, manufacturing and other skilled occupations.

The Fund provides further scope to strengthen apprenticeship through structured training, occupational standards, certification, improved equipment and enterprise management skills. This could build on existing informal pathways through which many young people acquire practical skills while providing greater structure and recognised standards.

The state has reported that more than 9,000 young people have benefited from its vocational training programmes. Future assessment of these interventions will be important in measuring outcomes beyond enrolment, including certification, employment, business creation and income generation.

The credibility and effectiveness of the Fund will depend on transparent allocation of resources, strong financial controls, regular reporting, oversight and measurable outcomes. Its ability to complement the state’s regular education budget will also be important to ensuring sustained investment.

The framework ultimately provides Ogun State with a mechanism for maintaining investment in education and skills development across successive administrations, while strengthening accountability for how public resources translate into improved learning, skills and employment outcomes.

Nigeria Governors’ Forum Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Tragic Ondo Aircraft Crash, Extends Condolences to Families of Falle...
06/10/2026

Nigeria Governors’ Forum Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Tragic Ondo Aircraft Crash, Extends Condolences to Families of Fallen Heroes

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HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE DAY, NIGERIAToday, we join every Nigerian in celebrating our nation’s journey of resilience, uni...
01/10/2026

HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE DAY, NIGERIA

Today, we join every Nigerian in celebrating our nation’s journey of resilience, unity, and hope.

As Nigeria clocks 66, we are reminded of the sacrifices that shaped our sovereignty and the collective responsibility we share in building a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria.

As a Forum, we remain committed to working together across all 36 states to deepen democracy, strengthen governance, and deliver on the promise of development for every citizen.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!

Ogun State has taken a significant step towards expanding its economic and investment opportunities with the signing of ...
26/09/2026

Ogun State has taken a significant step towards expanding its economic and investment opportunities with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with DP World MEA FZE for the development of the Gateway Deep Sea Port and the Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone.

The agreements, signed in Paris, France, were witnessed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON.

The projects are expected to attract more than $7 billion in initial investment and create over 50,000 direct jobs, while opening opportunities across manufacturing, logistics, maritime services, exports and other sectors.

The proposed Gateway Deep Sea Port in Ogun Waterside will be integrated with a 10,000-hectare Blue Marine Special Economic Zone and connected to strategic infrastructure, including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and Gateway International Airport.

The integrated infrastructure is expected to strengthen Ogun State’s connectivity to domestic, African and global markets, while supporting the State’s growing industrial and productive capacity.

The development also underscores the role of strategic partnerships between the Federal Government, State Governments and private-sector investors in unlocking infrastructure-led economic opportunities and supporting job creation.

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum welcomes developments that strengthen subnational economies, expand investment opportunities and enhance the capacity of states to contribute to Nigeria’s broader economic growth.

Early Childhood Development is not only about giving children the best start in life; it is an investment in Nigeria’s h...
21/09/2026

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 Group, 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 from evidence and dialogue to coordinated action, sustainable investment and measurable results for Nigeria’s youngest citizens.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has outlined a series of measures to strengthen waste management operations a...
21/09/2026

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State 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.

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum warmly celebrates Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Re...
21/09/2026

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum warmly celebrates Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, 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.

At the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Governors will engage global partners and stakeholders in conve...
21/09/2026

At the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Governors will engage global partners and stakeholders in conversations around investment, development and human capital.

From the Nigeria Investment Forum to discussions on Early Childhood Development and Human Capital Development, the engagements will provide opportunities to exchange knowledge, learn from global best practices and explore partnerships that can support stronger development outcomes at the subnational level.

Leadership. Reforms. Impact.

H.E Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved a 60 per cent increase in monthly subventions to the state’s four government-...
10/09/2026

H.E Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved a 60 per cent increase in monthly subventions to the state’s four government-owned tertiary institutions, alongside the payment of the outstanding August balance, to address funding challenges affecting academic activities.

The intervention covers Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko; Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa; University of Medical Sciences, Ondo; and Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo.

The increased funding is expected to strengthen the institutions’ capacity to meet salary obligations, improve staff welfare and support the stability of academic activities.

The State Government has also approved the immediate implementation of the 2025 Federal Government–ASUU agreement for state-owned institutions, appealing to striking unions to return to work.

These measures form part of efforts to address the funding challenges that have contributed to the ongoing industrial action and restore stability across Ondo State’s tertiary education system.

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