Niger LG Chairman Accuses Governor Bago of Withholding Funds, Blocking Council Duties in Shiroro Outgoing Shiroro Local Government chairman, Isyaku Akilu Kuta, has accused Niger State Governor Umar Bago of denying him access to funds, blocking his core responsibilities, and crippling service delivery throughout his tenure. Speaking at a farewell reception, Kuta said the governor’s control over council allocations prevented him from securing appointments, addressing insecurity, or executing development projects—leaving him unable to achieve even 30% of his goals. He alleged that Niger’s LGs received only N10 million monthly plus limited security votes, despite a 2024 Supreme Court ruling mandating full LG autonomy. Kuta condemned the hardships faced by unemployed graduates and retirees in Shiroro and criticized the state’s continued withholding of federal allocations as newly elected council chairmen prepare to assume office. #NigerStatePolitics #LocalGovernmentAutonomy #GovernorBago

Power Struggle in Niger! Chanchaga LG Chairman Suspended After Suing State Over Tenure Dispute A political storm has erupted in Chanchaga Local Government Area of Niger State, as Chairman Aminu Yakubu Ladan has been suspended by 8 out of 10 councillors, just days after he filed a lawsuit against the state government and NSIEC over plans to conduct LG polls in November 2025. Ladan, who claims his four-year tenure is being cut short, sought a court injunction, citing a Supreme Court ruling. But the council fired back with nine allegations, including misappropriation of funds, abuse of office, and unauthorized contracts. The councillors invoked multiple sections of the Niger State Local Government Law, accusing him of dodging oversight, ignoring council summons, and undermining governance. He's been given five days to respond or face forfeiture of his right to defend himself. The drama follows his failed APC ticket bid ahead of the next election — raising questions about political motives behind the move. #ChanchagaLG #AminuLadan #NigerStatePolitics #LocalGovernmentCrisis #CouncilSuspension