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Five former cabinet members of the Kano State Government have filed a lawsuit against the state over the recovery of their official vehicles.

Israel's Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a government ban on 37 foreign aid organizations in Gaza and the West Bank, allowing them to continue their operations while the court reviews the case.

The Liberian government clarifies that the asset recovery efforts do not specifically target former First Lady Clar Weah, but rather the Clar Hope Foundation, suspected of being established using government resources.

The Department of State Services has released Walida Ibrahim, a missing teenager from Jigawa State, to the state government following an investigation into her disappearance.

Fish farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria, are pressing the government for intervention to address the insecurity surrounding their communities, following a recent abduction incident involving one of their own.

Zimbabwe's government has banned the export of raw lithium concentrate to encourage local processing and enhance economic growth.

The Delta State Government is urging eligible youths to apply for admission into the Nigerian Defence Academy as part of efforts to increase the state's representation in the military.

The DR Congo government launched multiple attacks against AFC/M23 rebels, particularly around the strategic mining town of Rubaya, utilizing drone strikes.

U.S. Ambassador Pamela Tremont expressed disappointment over the Zimbabwean government's refusal of a vital $367 million health fund aimed at combating HIV/AIDS.

The Nigerian government denied allegations of paying ransom to Boko Haram for the release of students abducted from St Mary Catholic School, Papiri.

The Kenyan government is set to launch the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Naivasha to Kisumu next month, with an expected completion date in June 2027.

The government of the Federal District of Brazil has suspended the validity of public competition deadlines until 2027, affecting candidates awaiting appointments.

The Nigerian government, in collaboration with the World Bank, has launched a vocational training program to empower over 1,500 youths in Kano.

Nigerian authorities and the UK High Commission have issued a warning to citizens about fraudulent overseas job offers that are being used to traffic victims.

Senior government officials in Namibia will be required to utilize public healthcare facilities starting April 1 as part of a healthcare reform initiative directed by President Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Rwanda's government has mandated that factories operating outside of designated industrial zones must relocate within ten years to enhance order in industrial development and protect the environment.

The Gauteng government plans to establish a new infrastructure agency to centralize major projects and improve service delivery.

The Nigerian government is seeking global funding to improve clean cooking access for five million households by 2030 as part of its energy reforms.

The Ugandan government has implemented stricter controls on governance-related projects and ICT spending in the upcoming budget, mandating Cabinet approval for all related contracts and agreements.

The Ugandan government has issued a weather advisory to assist farmers in planning for the upcoming agricultural season as the region transitions from dry weather to rainy conditions.

The Rwandan government has revamped its tender system to prioritize innovation by implementing specialized procedures for awarding public innovation-related contracts.

The Ogun State Government has clarified that no candidate has been selected for the Awujale of Ijebuland, dismissing rumors of endorsement for Prince Ademorin Kuye amid a suspended selection process.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared the country will not yield to pressure from world powers during nuclear negotiations, coinciding with protests by students against the government in Tehran.

The UK government is considering the possibility of removing former Prince Andrew from the line of succession to the throne.

The Left Alliance in Finland has opted to withdraw from a parliamentary debt brake agreement, raising questions about its future role in government.

The Ugandan government highlights a significant mental health crisis as it launches the 2025 State of Uganda Population Report, emphasizing its impact on national productivity and economic growth.

Lagos State Government defends its ban on minibuses along the Lekki-Epe Expressway after protests from drivers who oppose the new transportation policy.

Stakeholders in Nigeria are advocating for stronger government support and investment to realize the country's potential in waste-to-wealth initiatives during Nigeria Circular Economy Week.

The Liberian government has banned the formation known as 'National Fula Security' due to rising fears of ethnic extremism.

The Kenyan government has initiated a cross-border effort to locate a Russian national accused of secretly recording and distributing footage of Kenyan women online.

The Liberian Government has ordered a ban on the activities of the Fula militia group, claiming it was formed illegally without necessary governmental approval.

The French government has blamed the hard left for the death of a far-right activist amidst ongoing political tensions.

Namibian Minister Veikko Nekundi has warned illegal occupants of government housing to vacate by April 1 or face eviction and increased penalties.

Thousands rallied in Caracas to demand the release of political prisoners and full freedoms from the interim government following the removal of Nicolas Maduro.

The Kenyan government plans to reopen the Kenya-Somalia border in April after a closure that began in 2011, emphasizing security measures to ensure safety.

A talent manager in Turkey has been sentenced to 12.5 years in prison for allegedly attempting to overthrow the government during the 2013 Gezi protests.

The Chief of the Air Staff of Nigeria, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has condemned plans to violently subvert the country's democracy and affirmed the Air Force's loyalty to the elected government.

The UK government faced criticism for removing ‘His Majesty’s Government’ from official communications in favor of the term ‘UK Government’.

The Sudanese government has confirmed its full return to Khartoum, where state institutions are now operating from amidst efforts for humanitarian coordination and official delegations.

The Lagos State Government has announced a four-week partial closure of the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway for vital road repairs.

Health workers in Lagos State are urging the government to resume negotiations to resolve a prolonged strike that has severely affected public healthcare services.

A recent report reveals significant payroll irregularities in Osun State, prompting the state government to hire a forensic audit firm for a comprehensive review.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has returned 46 trafficked women and children to the Katsina State Government after they were intercepted while attempting to travel irregularly to Chad.

The North-East Development Commission transferred three significant bridges and various infrastructure projects to the Bauchi State Government to enhance regional development.

The Lagos State Government has launched the seventh edition of the Ibile Youth Academy, a program aimed at enhancing leadership skills among the youth.

The Nigerian government has initiated a distribution of processing and post-harvest equipment to farmers in Nasarawa State to reduce waste and enhance rural employment.

The Sokoto State Government denied any involvement in the gifting of a car and shop to TikToker Rahama Sa'idu, clarifying that it was a personal gesture from an individual not connected to the governor.

Kenya's government is intensifying diplomatic efforts to rescue its citizens who were irregularly recruited to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war.

The Lagos State Safety Commission is focused on enhancing safety awareness through strategic partnerships, engaging with the Institute of Safety Professionals in Nigeria.

The Osun State Government has refuted allegations from the APC claiming that it plans to sponsor pensioners' protests over a local government crisis.