We won’t accept killing of northerners in Edo – Northern governors
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condemned the killing of Northerners in Edo State, describing it as unacceptable.
Northern Governors want SARS ― Lalong
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru – Abuja Chairman Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong, has said that most governors from the region were not in support of the recent disbandment of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, a unit of the Nigeria police, saying that it has been useful in the fight against insecurity […]
Northern Governors condole with Senator Wamakko over daughter’s death
By Henry Umoru NORTHERN Governors’ Forum has condoled with former Governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, on the death of his daughter, Sadiya. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong in a condolence message on behalf of his colleagues, expressed deep regret over the sudden death of Sadiya […]
Okorocha hits at Northern Governors over Almajiri
Senator Rochas Okorocha has stood in defense of the Almajiri, insisting that Northern Governors have been unfair in their dealings with the child urchins.
Northern Governors Felicitate with APC Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole at 68
By Marie-Therese Nanlong – Jos Governors in the Northern States under the aegis of Northern Governors’ Forum have congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) Adams Oshiomhole on his 68th birthday. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong in a congratulatory message signed by his Director of Press […]
Northern governors felicitate with El-Rufai at 60
Governors of the 19 States in the North have congratulated the Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai on his 60th birthday celebration with a task on him to continue to use the opportunities available to him to shape policies and impact humanity.
Northern govs reiterate commitment to reversing poverty, illiteracy
By Marie-Therese Nanlong – Jos Governors in the Northern States of Nigeria have reiterated their collective commitments to reverse the trend of poverty, illiteracy and insecurity ravaging the region and ensure good governance in the region. The Chairman, Northern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong gave the assurance in a new year […]
We’ll continue working with Buhari to ensure national development – Lalong
The Northern Governors’ Forum said on Wednesday it would continue to work closely with President Muhammadu Buhari to create synergy, critical to achieving meaningful development of the region and the country as a whole. The Chairman of the forum, Simon Lalong, stated this in the group’s New Year message issued in Jos, Plateau State. Lalong, […]
UPDATED: Northern governors adopt NLTP
The nineteen northern states yesterday adopted the National Livestock Transformation Plan initiated by the federal government to check the incessant clashed between farmers and herders.
Masari to head Northern Governors’ Forum security committee
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) on Friday appointed Gov. Aminu Bello Masari of Katsina State to head its committee to proffer solution to the security challeges in the region.
Northern governors meet in Kaduna
Ben Agande – Kaduna Governors of the 19 northern states are meeting in Kaduna, the last meeting before the swearing in of new administration on 29 May 2019. Although the agenda for the valedictory meeting was not made public, it was gathered that insecurity in the region, as well as street begging, will dominate discussions. […]
