Malacañang dismissed criticisms that the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) Safer Cities Initiative is anti-poor, stating that discipline should not be labeled as discrimination.

A monarch in Nigeria, the Alaafin, has threatened land grabbers with a 15-year jail term following a wave of violent attacks reportedly carried out against residents in 12 villages in the Oyo West Local Government Area.

The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, has suspended local government service recruitment following allegations of racketeering and misconduct, initiating a panel to investigate the process.

The governor of Bohol province has ordered local governments to implement austerity measures for May fiestas, citing ongoing economic pressures.

Governor Bassey Otu has suspended the local government recruitment exercise in Cross River State following widespread allegations of racketeering and irregularities.

Polish local governments are investing hundreds of millions, even billions, of zlotys into urban revitalization projects, focusing on entire city quarters rather than individual buildings.

Local governments from three Polish provinces are lobbying for the S12 expressway to be extended westward to the German border, despite current government plans only reaching Piotrków Trybunalski.

Local governments in Poland are evaluating the government's housing strategy, suggesting that renovating vacant properties is a quick and effective way to increase the supply of affordable housing.

Four people, including an elderly man and his two sons, were killed in a suspected witchcraft-related attack in the Imande-Dem community of Benue State, Nigeria, prompting a local government chairman to order a probe.

Local governments in Poland are investing in charging infrastructure for electric buses, primarily in depots and communication loops, with funding from EU funds.

Gunmen ambushed and killed a 300-level university student in Dum Village, Bachi District, of Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.

Ahmed Ibrahim, Ghana's Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, urged all Ghanaians to embrace values of sacrifice, integrity, and collective responsibility during Easter. He called for fervent prayers to build a stronger, more united nation.

Ondo State Police have arrested 23-year-old Emmanuel Usman for the alleged sexual defilement of a teenage girl in the Owo local government area of Nigeria.

Armed bandits attacked and set communities ablaze in the Gebbe District of Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State, Nigeria, on Sunday night. The attack resulted in the deaths of four people.

The local government unit of Polangui in Albay province, Philippines, has issued an executive order to grant P1,000 fuel subsidy vouchers to registered tricycle operators and drivers.

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Businesses have reopened in Hadejia Local Government Area following recent elections, indicating a return to normalcy in the region.

Unknown gunmen stormed Nyango Gyel in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria, killing three persons in a late-night assault.

The Labour Party in Nigeria has scheduled its Presidential primary for April 28, with State, Local Government Area, and Ward congresses preceding it from April 23-25.

Ugo Ferdinand Ukwueze, the deputy chairman of ALGON in Enugu State, assured that local government authorities would ensure effective last-mile distribution of UNICEF nutrition commodities, commending Governor Mbah for prioritizing child survival.

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State announced that all local government headquarters in the state are fully functional and accessible, attributing the progress to sustained security and reconstruction efforts.

Poland's Ministry of Justice proposes to eliminate the option of inexpensive wills drafted by officials, citing numerous errors. However, local governments are challenging this move, demanding proof of the alleged mistakes.

SDP members in Croatia are highlighting that 70% of young people cannot afford to buy or rent an apartment and are proposing that local governments build affordable housing using tourism revenues.

Most local government units (LGUs) in the country are not spending enough to deliver basic but comprehensive primary healthcare (PHC) to their constituents, despite having sufficient fiscal resources…

San Diego County offices are closed due to a state holiday that was formerly named after Cesar Chavez, marking a day off for local government employees.

Dr. Dušan Matić, leader of the 'Ujedinjeni-Sevojno' list, stated that they expect to form the local government in Sevojno with Zdrava Srbija, as the president of that party's local board had promised not to enter a coalition with the Serbian Progressive Party before the elections.

A discussion is underway in Poland regarding whether trips subsidized by former employers constitute taxable income for retirees. Local government units often fund such social activities for former employees from social benefits funds.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the deadly attack on residents of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area, describing the incident as senseless…

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked Kautikari village in the Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria, on Monday evening.

Nigerian Naval troops from the Oguta Tactical Patrol Squadron conducted an operation in Orsu Local Government Area, killing Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) IED specialists and destroying explosives.

Local governments in Poland can introduce landscape resolutions to completely ban billboards in natural zones and all advertising devices on undeveloped properties.

The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) has cautioned political parties participating in the upcoming August 22 local government chairmanship and councillorship elections to refrain from violence, thuggery, and any actions that could undermine the electoral process.

D. Papastergiou emphasized the importance of Smart Cities, cybersecurity, and the adoption of new technologies by local government, reflecting on his 17 years in public service.

Mr. Agang, a former president of ECWA and current chairman of its Board of Trustees, has been released after being kidnapped from the Farin Gada area of Jos North Local Government Area.

The chairman of Ado Local Government Area in Benue State, Nigeria, revealed that the armed gang responsible for abducting nine worshippers at St. John’s Catholic Church, Ojije, originated from a neighboring state.

The Nigerian Navy has deactivated an illegal refinery in the Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, recovering over 20,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil.

Nearly 300 schools and kindergartens across Poland are facing potential liquidation by the end of the school year, with local governments citing two main reasons for the closures.

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in the Philippines has procured P46.1 million worth of fresh, locally grown produce directly from farmers to feed inmates, as reported by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

A recent survey conducted by local government in Greece has revealed that traffic and cleanliness are the primary concerns among citizens.

Residents of Pankshin Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria, were shocked and outraged after the bodies of aborted twins were found in a polythene bag at a refuse dump.

Several local government units and educational institutions in the Philippines have switched to online classes on March 26 due to a nationwide transport strike.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has reportedly failed to clarify an anomaly in the party-based local government election mechanism in Punjab, as outlined in the 2026 rules.

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has reduced airport terminal fees and approved a fuel surcharge increase, while the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported 415 gas station closures nationwide due to the ongoing oil supply crisis. Additionally, the Iloilo provincial government has rolled out enhanced energy and fuel conservation measures across multiple sectors.

Operatives of Nigeria's Department of State Services (DSS) successfully rescued Hamza Musa, the Secretary of Kibiya Local Government Area in Kano, from captivity after he was kidnapped.

Ghana's Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has called on West African countries to take urgent and coordinated action to address rising conflict and climate-related risks across the subregion, while also advocating for stronger regional cooperation at the Social Cohesion (SOCO) Regional Conference.

The Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) in Herceg Novi has criticized the local government, urging them to acknowledge responsibility for a scandal rather than spreading political rhetoric.

The Bayelsa State Independent Electoral Commission (BYSIEC) has fixed April 3, 2027, for the conduct of chairmanship and councillorship elections across the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State.

Green waste, including grass, leaves, branches, and Christmas trees, is increasingly seen by local governments as a valuable resource for producing compost, biogas, or electricity, but significant investments are required to process it effectively.

Lingayen, a town in Pangasinan, has suspended community gatherings as part of efforts to conserve energy, following an advisory from the DILG for local government units to cut energy use.

The president of the Nicosia District Local Government Organisation has warned parliament that the district is heading towards a water emergency, with seven communities completely cut off from government water works and relying on boreholes.

Residents of the Etiti Ngwo community in Enugu South Local Government Area staged a peaceful protest at the Government House, calling on Governor Peter Mbah to intervene in an ongoing land dispute.

A member of the House of Representatives from Osun State, Hon. Lanre Oladebo, stated that Governor Ademola Adeleke has outperformed previous APC administrations despite local government fund seizures.

In Indonesia, local communities are organizing to repair potholes themselves, stepping in where local governments have failed to maintain infrastructure.

A new report by BudgIT reveals that only 10 states in Nigeria provide publicly accessible annual budgets for their Local Government Areas (LGAs), highlighting a lack of transparency.

Effective collaboration between experts, financial institutions, and local governments, along with efficient procedures and targeted financial support, are highlighted as crucial elements to accelerate green energy transformation at the local level.

Kwara State security authorities confirmed the rescue of three worshippers following a Sunday morning attack on an ECWA Church in Omugo community, Ifelodun Local Government Area, where bandits had abducted several individuals during service, with police noting most abductees were over 70 years old.

The Anambra Police Command has apprehended a suspected Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) officer along with two other individuals in connection with an alleged robbery in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area.

Gunmen have abducted the secretary of a Local Government Area in Kano, Nigeria, prompting an appeal from the commissioner for residents to provide credible information to aid rescue operations.

Idemili North and Onitsha North Local Government Areas in Anambra State are in dispute over the renaming of Limca Road after former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku.

A list holder in Majdanpek stated that the municipality has a solid budget and no money problems, but faces issues with management and priority setting by the current local government.

BACOLOD CITY — A radio announcer in Himamaylan City, who is also a job order worker in the local government, was shot dead in La Castellana town, Negros Occidental on Friday afternoon.

MANILA, Philippines — One of the petitioners seeking a full ban on the implementation of No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) in Metro Manila has opposed the joint motion by five local governments…

Neighborhood groups in Alicante are criticizing the local government for a lack of genuine participation in the design of the general urban plan, accusing officials of presenting merely informative sessions as open debates.

The Rēzekne pensioner social services center will remain under the jurisdiction of the local government, with necessary funds being sought from its own budget.

Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa, the Chairman of Agege Local Government, has been elected as the President of the YELO West Africa region under the United Cities and Local Governments of Africa.

The Chairman of Agege Local Government in Lagos has emphasized that youth inclusion in governance is non-negotiable, stressing the importance of policies that support young people’s development.

A Danish municipality is reportedly asking its citizens to pay back a million-debt, indicating a significant financial recovery effort by the local government.

New Zealand's Local Government Minister has ordered an investigation into the Far North District Council. The probe aims to address concerns regarding the council's operations and governance.

Beijing has implemented stricter financial regulations for rural areas in an effort to control and reduce hidden local government debt.

At least 60 people, including over 40 security operatives, were killed in coordinated terrorist attacks on communities in the Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, marking a violent end to a period of relative peace.

The ADC party has commenced its local government congresses in Maiduguri, Borno State, with members adopting a consensus approach overseen by the National Congress Committee.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced that fugitive tycoon Atong Ang was almost apprehended on Thursday morning, April 9, in the Philippines.

The legal fight for recognition of same-sex marriage has expanded into South Korea's southeastern regions, with couples in Daegu, Busan, and Ulsan filing lawsuits against local governments for refusing to process their marriage registrations.

An opinion piece questions why public institutions with ample researchers don't collect data on local governments, when social organizations with fewer resources manage to do so, raising concerns about the rule of law versus narrative-driven governance.

The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following recent deadly attacks in Angwan Rukuba, citing a return to relative peace.

The Manila local government unit has raised the subsidy for drivers in its 'Libreng Sakay' (free ride) program from P3,500 to P4,000, in response to recent increases in diesel prices.

A discussion is underway in the Philippines regarding the Department of Interior and Local Government's (DILG) actual power to impose curfews on minors, referencing a 2017 Supreme Court case that allowed only curfew ordinances with extensive exemptions.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. committed to addressing financial and administrative limitations faced by local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines, aiming to amend the 35-year-old Local Government Code to improve service delivery.

Troops conducting security operations in Nigeria's Plateau State killed two terrorists and apprehended a suspected kidnapper in the Wase and Shendam local government areas.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reported a 107% increase in fire incidents, totaling 170, during Holy Week and the preceding days in 2026.

Gazdić of the Europe Now Movement (PES) has resigned from his position as Vice-President of the Municipality, three days after PES announced its departure from the local government.

A food court in Greentown Utama, Perak, received a RM200,000 upgrade to enhance comfort for 25 traders, according to the Ministry of Housing and Local Government.

The Taraba State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the ambush and killing of three police officers in Donga Local Government Area.

The Jagodina City Assembly in Serbia is scheduled to hold a session on Thursday, April 9, to discuss the dismissal of the current mayor and city council members. The agenda for the assembly meeting includes this vote on changing the local government.

Hon. Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, Chairman of Agege Local Government, stated that the financial autonomy granted to local governments under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has significantly increased council allocations.

A Philippine lawmaker is proposing to institutionalize regular meetings between homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and local government units (LGUs) to ensure community needs are considered in policymaking.

Suspected gunmen ambushed and killed a man in the Tan Jol community of Riyom Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria.

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers saw a strong rebound in sales last month, boosted by local government subsidies and aggressive financing incentives for buyers.

Outrage continues to grow over the killing of numerous residents in Angwan Rukuba, Gari Ya Waye area of Jos North Local Government Area in Plateau State, with Northern Christian leaders, the Nigeria Governors' Forum, and other prominent figures demanding justice.

The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) in the Philippines has issued a warning to the public to avoid swimming while under the influence of alcohol during the upcoming Holy Week and summer season. The warning emphasizes safety during vacation periods.

Last year, the State Commission for Prevention of Corruption (DKSK) in North Macedonia received the highest number of complaints regarding corruption and conflict of interest, primarily targeting local self-government units, followed by the executive branch and judiciary.

The Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Area in Delta State, Rawlings Dagidi Andaye, has issued a stern warning to suspected ritualists and other criminal elements, ordering vigilante action following a recent attempted beheading incident.

China is implementing new tax law reforms aimed at strengthening local government finances and improving fiscal stability across the country.

The speaker of Kabale in Uganda has suspended the LCV chairman following a budget standoff, indicating political tensions within the local government.

For four years, residents of Vībiņi village in Dienvidkurzeme municipality, Latvia, have experienced daily disruptions and poor quality in their drinking water supply, with responsibility falling on the local government.

The local government of Libjo in Dinagat Islands has ordered the temporary closure of the Miracle Pool Cave in Barangay Plaridel, citing conservation and site management needs.

Lassa fever continues to spread across Nigeria, with 146 deaths and 38 health workers infected cumulatively in 21 states and 82 local government areas in 2026.

A legal practitioner and community leader has raised an alarm over escalating violence and mass displacement in Ochipu, an Igala community located in the Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria.

Nurses in Ondo State, Nigeria, have threatened to withdraw services following the abduction of six health workers from a government primary health centre in Akure. This development follows an earlier report where the Amotekun Corps successfully rescued five individuals, including three health workers, during overnight operations in the Akure South Local Government Area.

Malaysia's Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is exploring a collaboration with the University of Cambridge to advance sustainable urban planning initiatives in the country.

Local governments in Bulacan province, Philippines, are racing to meet a Friday deadline to submit lists of qualified tricycle drivers eligible for P5,000 in cash relief assistance from the national government.

Primary school teachers in the Yala local government area of Cross River, Nigeria, protested against three months of unpaid salaries, carrying placards to express their grievances.

A woman has been arrested in Uganda following the stabbing death of a senior Local Government HR manager.

The Nigerian Federal Government has decided to share the financial burden of electricity subsidies with State and Local Government Areas, marking a significant adjustment to the country's power sector funding.

A new survey conducted by Opinion Poll has explored citizens' views on the problems, needs, and prospects of local self-government in Greece, with findings presented at a conference for General Secretaries of Local Government.

The Ministry of Transportation and Communication in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MOTC-BARMM) has initiated a P7,500 fuel subsidy program for the transport sector in Cotabato City, following similar rollouts by local government units in other provinces, including Kidapawan City.

Terrorists launched an attack on Oro-Ago community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria, killing a local hunter and injuring his brother, while also attacking an NSCDC office.

The debate over local government autonomy in Nigeria continues, raising questions about whether financial independence for local governments will truly lead to grassroots development.

The Lagos State Government has issued a warning against the unauthorized use of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes by military personnel and local government vehicles, threatening strict penalties for offenders.

Tivatska Akcija is continuing its conflict with its coalition partner in the local government of Tivat, Montenegro, with the mayor rejecting a report as politically instrumentalized.

A woman's backyard swim lesson business was shut down following a single complaint, sparking a debate on local government regulations for home businesses.

Makati City Mayor Nancy Binay announced that the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has recognized Makati as the first local government unit (LGU) in the Philippines to champion 100-percent renewable energy utilization.

Maryland's Supreme Court has struck down Baltimore's climate lawsuit against oil companies, a decision that poses a setback for other local governments pursuing similar legal actions to recover climate change costs.

A Kano High Court has sacked the local government chairperson of Kumbotso LGA, appointing a replacement who subsequently received a certificate of return from the electoral commission, following claims of wrongful substitution as a candidate.

Tension has gripped parts of Agatu Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, Nigeria, following the killing of a local woodcutter and farm operator by suspected armed herdsmen. The victim was identified as an indigene of Enungba.

Gunmen attacked a convoy in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria, killing two hunters.

The UNDP, The Coca-Cola Foundation, and local government bodies have jointly launched a post-Eid beach cleanliness awareness campaign in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

The Chairman of Borgu Local Government, Alhaji Mohammed Nasir Abdullahi, confirmed a recent bandit attack on communities within the Borgu Emirate, Niger State, which included the bombing of a bridge.

The League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) is advocating for an increased share of national tax revenues for local government units (LGUs) to enhance service delivery.

Nigeria's APC party accuses the Osun Labour Movement of planning violent protests concerning the state's local government crisis, a claim denied by labour leaders who call it misleading.

The Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into alleged financial irregularities exceeding N100 million in the Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, summoning the acting Chairman for questioning.

Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, Governor of Borno State, spent Saturday night in Pulka to coordinate security operations following recent attacks in Ngoshe, Pulka, and surrounding communities in the Gwoza Local Government Area.

Hamza Musa, the Secretary to the Kibiya Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria, has been reportedly abducted from his home by unknown gunmen.

No fewer than 31 persons sustained varying degrees of injuries, mainly burns, in a gas explosion that rocked Fomex Filling Station along Edibe Edibe Road, Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross…

Dozens of manors and castles owned by Latvian local governments require significant maintenance funds, often straining municipal budgets, with Cēsis municipality planning roof repairs for Lielstraupe Castle this summer.

Nigel Farage has declared he "will fight" the reorganisation of Essex council, a move a senior Conservative councillor criticized, stating Farage "knows nothing" about local government.

At least two senators and seven members of the House of Representatives are scheduled to attend a dialogue with fisherfolk, frontliners, local government leaders and students on pressing issues…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized local government and stated that structural reform is necessary to create more jobs.

The Saeima's State Administration and Local Government Committee concluded that possible irregularities in information technology (IT) procurements will not jeopardize the upcoming Saeima elections scheduled for autumn.

Malaysia's Ministry of Housing and Local Government has set an ambitious target to eliminate all "sick projects" by 2030, as part of its broader Madani housing reform initiatives.

ILOILO CITY — Officials, veterans, and descendants of World War II freedom fighters gathered on Wednesday at the Balantang Memorial Cemetery National Shrine to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Panay, Guimaras, and Romblon from Japanese forces. The event, which coincided with a local holiday, drew representatives from the Iloilo City local government,

Government workers in Tacloban City, Philippines, are requesting additional transport support as fuel costs and transportation fares continue to rise, prompting local government units to implement interventions.

The Slovak government is facing criticism for increasing the Prime Minister's salary while local governments and citizens bear the brunt of the crisis. Political scientist Radoslav Štefančík argues that politicians should manage public affairs and lead by example, rather than governing like monarchs, especially when asking citizens for sacrifices.

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, Prof. Tanko Ishaya, has confirmed that two students were killed and three injured during recent unrest in parts of Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State.

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ILOILO CITY — A town in Iloilo has begun offering free daily rides to residents as local governments grapple with the ripple effects of rising global oil prices linked to ongoing tensions in the…

Supporters of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State's Moro Local Government Area have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term and supported Danladi for governor.

Local governments in South Korea are experiencing a depletion of electric vehicle subsidies as demand for EVs surges, driven by recent price cuts and rising oil costs.

The first hearing of Albania's Special Commission for Territorial Reform was held today, with the Minister for Local Government, Ervin Demo, invited to attend. Co-chairman Luciano Boçi presented a critical view, stating the reform cannot repeat past failures.

Akwasi Opong-Fosu, a former Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, has expressed concern over a steady erosion of patriotism and nationalism in Ghana's political culture.

An opinion piece argues that the Supreme Court should intervene to prevent activist local governments from usurping federal authority over international emissions and energy market regulation.

Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has ordered national police to enforce rules against late-night noise, public drinking, and other disturbances, including singing 'My Way' past 10 p.m.

The Department of Interior and Local Government announced that some of the 902 fire safety inspectors formerly assigned to the Bureau of Fire Protection National Capital Region may face charges for alleged questionable practices.

The Plateau State Police Command in Nigeria confirmed the death of three gunmen and the arrest of one suspect following a pre-dawn attack on Pwomol Village in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in the Philippines has announced a ban on liquor drinking sprees on public roads, roaming around topless, and videoke activities past 10 p.m. The measures aim to maintain public order.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has implemented a new policy banning minors from Metro Manila streets after 10 p.m. It also prohibits public drinking and gambling at night, with exceptions for permitted community events.

At least seven people were killed and several others abducted after armed attackers struck two Christian worship centres in Ariko community, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, during…

Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Agege Federal Constituency, Lagos, have endorsed former Agege Local Government Chairman, Alhaji Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, for the House of Representatives in the upcoming 2027 general elections.

CITY OF MAOLOS, Bulacan – Ahead of the April 10 national government distribution of Cash Relief Assistance (CRA) for transport sector workers outside the National Capital Region, the local government…

Ghana's Minister of Local Government and Religious Affairs has called on citizens to prioritize sanitation, environmental cleanliness, and safe food practices during the upcoming Easter festivities.

The Europe Now Movement announced its departure from the local government in Pljevlja, Montenegro, stating that citizens' interests were more important than personal privileges.

All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant Iziegbeuwa Irene Ojo has concluded her tour of Oredo East, engaging party leaders and stakeholders across various wards in Oredo Local Government Area for the Edo State House of Assembly.

The Nigerian Navy successfully rescued kidnap victim Mr. Benedict Eze in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, following sustained security operations.

Edo State's Deputy Governor has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government elections, also unveiling the party's flagbearer for the Ovia South West Local Government Area.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Council of Chief Imams and Alfas (CCIA) are at odds over claims of Christian marginalization in political leadership within the Surulere local government area of Lagos State.

The Court of Appeal in Owerri has affirmed a previous judgment that nullified the Ward and Local Government Congresses/primaries of the Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This decision impacts the party's internal structure in the state.

The local government of Donsol in Sorsogon province has canceled its annual Butanding Festival, originally set from April 24 to 30, citing the significant impact of rising oil prices.

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has committed to fully implementing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda across all 774 local government areas in the country, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Ukrainian National Police are investigating 1,216 anonymous bomb threats received on March 30, targeting state authorities, local governments, educational institutions, businesses, and banks. Over half of these reports have already been investigated.

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has directed security agencies to adopt proactive, intelligence-driven operations following a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area,…

An article discusses the significant economic power and fiscal authority wielded by empowered local governments, even in developed nations.

New data confirms a 'red financial alarm' in Polish district hospitals, which are struggling to pay suppliers on time as their operating costs continue to exceed revenues, prompting local governments to seek solutions for debt reduction.

Three leading local government politicians in Latvia have been denied access to state secrets, while 19 others received permission for a shorter term, according to the State Security Service (VDD).

The DPS-SD-Građani councilor club in Kolašin has raised concerns, questioning the perceived 'arrogance and hunger for functions' within the Kolašin municipality.

Teachers in primary schools within the Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria, have launched a protest over their unpaid salaries.

The Manila local government unit (LGU) announced it will subsidize jeepney drivers with approximately P3,000 each per day in exchange for providing free rides to commuters in the city.

The local government of Libjo in Dinagat Islands has ordered the temporary closure of the Miracle Pool Cave in Barangay Plaridel for conservation and site management, effective Friday.

The Nigerian Federal Government has graduated a cohort of health fellows in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and onboarded a new group. The program aims to train youths from all 774 local government areas to serve as health sector reform ambassadors in their communities.

Professor Adenike Grange, Nigeria's former Health Minister, has launched her memoirs, advocating for local government autonomy as crucial for improving primary healthcare.

At least two individuals have tragically lost their lives following a pit collapse in Ridawa village, located in the Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria.

A new study reveals that women face significant difficulties in Austrian communal politics due to male-dominated party cultures and societal role models, with women holding only 11.6% of leadership positions. This prompts calls for men and parties to create more opportunities for women in local government.

Following recent drone incursions into Estonian airspace, the Mayor of Narva has urged for improved and quicker communication between state and local government authorities to address such incidents effectively.

Local government units and the national government in the Philippines have committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, recognizing the growing role of businesses in creating fair and valued environments for employees.

Gunmen ambushed troops in the Giro Masa community of Shanga Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria, killing 10 security personnel in what Governor Nasir Idris called a ‘barbaric and unacceptable’ attack.

Fifteen new unitary councils are set to be created in the south and east of England as part of a major local government overhaul, replacing 43 existing counties and districts.

Advocates in Pangasinan, Philippines, are urging local government units to launch a determined and consistent campaign to curb illegal gambling in the province, citing current police efforts as insufficient.

Police in Kebbi State, Nigeria, confirmed that multiple fatalities resulted from a violent clash between youth groups during the Sallah celebration in the Argungu Local Government Area.

In Indonesia, communities are banding together to repair potholes when local governments fail to address infrastructure issues, highlighting citizen-led initiatives.

The Election Roll Commission, including a member who toured local governments, has reported significant irregularities and manipulation of the voter list in Serbia, describing it as a tool for political abuse rather than a reliable citizen registry.

The Journalists' Association of Serbia (UNS) announced that seven local self-governments have failed to issue tenders for co-financing media content projects by the legal deadline of March 1.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anti-drug campaign is proving more effective than the previous administration's drug war.

The Bayelsa State Independent Electoral Commission has announced April 3, 2027, as the date for chairmanship and councillorship elections across the state's local government areas, releasing the full timetable and details.

Eight people were killed when terrorists detonated an improvised explosive device that struck their vehicle along Luma Road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria. The attackers reportedly used a similar device to destroy a bridge.

Malaysia's Housing and Local Government Minister has ordered a review of standard operating procedures after a seventh fireworks stall fire destroyed property, raising concerns about safety.

Osun APC accuses labour unions of planning a violent protest over a local government impasse, while the unions deny the claims, insisting their planned action will be peaceful.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has committed to supporting vigilante groups across the 11 Local Government Areas of Ibadan to address rising insecurity, kidnapping, and other criminal activities.

The Kogi State Government has offered its condolences and pledged support to the families affected by a horrific road accident involving a tanker in Okunchi, Adavi Local Government Area.

A security group, Kwara South Joint Security Watch, has raised an alarm over intelligence indicating suspected terrorists are planning coordinated attacks on three local government areas in Kwara State, Nigeria.

Police in Nasarawa State have detained a suspected kidnapper in the Akwanga Local Government Area, recovering a firearm during the operation.

TAGBILARAN CITY — Citing the continued increase in fuel prices and economic strain, the local government of Talibon in Bohol province has rolled out a rice assistance program targeting transport and…

TACLOBAN CITY — The local government of Ormoc City in Leyte is taking a creative step to promote itself as both a tourism hub and an emerging investment destination—while staying grounded in its…

The deceased, Victoria Ariyo, who was serving in Abeokuta South Local Government Area, reportedly died from complications linked to pregnancy. The post NYSC official arrested over death of female…

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda, have congratulated Muslim faithful on the successful…

Rampaging bandits have killed three police officers and the leader of a vigilante group in Tse Kwe village, Donga Local Government Area, Taraba State, Nigeria.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced it will file administrative and criminal charges against 45 current and former officials of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) over alleged irregularities in firetruck deals.

Local government units in the Philippines are facing increased demands for subsidies from the transport sector as fuel prices continue to soar, marking the second hike since the Middle East crisis began.