South-East Governors
9 Feb
As part of its key advocacy for peace in the region, the Peace In South-East Project (PISE-P), on Thursday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT), where a model was unveiled for Community Enterprise Digital Hub, to be established across the five states of the South-East region. Recall that…
2 Jan
Governors of the South-Eastern states have emphasised the centrality of peace to the economic development and progress of the region. This declaration coincided with the unveiling of the Peace In South-East Project (PISE-P) in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State on December 29, 2023. Initiated by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.…
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