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11/10/2026

N774 - ETHIOPIA-NIGERIA LEADERSHIP EXCHANGE: MOVING THE NEEDLE ON NUTRITION

Implementation and Achievements Brief on Ethiopia-Nigeria Leadership Exchange: Moving the Needle on Nutrition Addis Ababa, 7–9 October 2026

“Through this initiative, every mother and child — regardless of their location — will have access to lifesaving nutrition interventions tailored to their unique needs.” — H.E. Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Launch of Nutrition 774, 148th National Economic Council, 20 February 2025.

11/10/2026

N774 - ETHIOPIA-NIGERIA LEADERSHIP EXCHANGE: MOVING THE NEEDLE ON NUTRITION

Implementation and Achievements Brief Ethiopia-Nigeria Leadership Exchange: Moving the Needle on Nutrition Addis Ababa, 7–9 October 2026

“Through this initiative, every mother and child — regardless of their location — will have access to lifesaving nutrition interventions tailored to their unique needs.” — H.E. Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Launch of Nutrition 774, 148th National Economic Council, 20 February 2025.

N774 OPERATING PRINCIPLE

Through a top-down support, bottom-up action, driven by local governance and multi-sectoral collaboration, N774 aims to empower communities, foster ownership, and ensure sustainable interventions that enhance maternal and child health, ultimately mitigating food insecurity and malnutrition

WHY IS NIGERIA ACTING NOW?

40% of children under five are stunted (NDHS 2024), up from 37.7% in 2012; the 2030 target is 22.2%.
* Anaemia affects 55.1% of women aged 15–49.
* Low birthweight has risen to 14.2%.
* Exclusive breastfeeding is 28.7%, below the 2012 baseline of 35%.
* Only 16% of children were weighed in the last 3 months.
* Off-track on 4 of 6 World Health Assembly targets.
• US$56B estimated annual cost of malnutrition to Nigeria’s economy.
• 45% of under-five deaths are linked to malnutrition.
• 11% potential boost to per-capita GDP from successful nutrition investment.

WHAT NUTRITION 774 IS, AND WHAT IT IS NOT

A national governance and accountability framework, not a service-delivery programme. Launched in February 2025 by H.E. Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, at the 148th National Economic Council (NEC).
N774 is the flagship initiative of the National Council on Nutrition (NCN) which H.E. Vice President Kashim Shettima chairs.
It drives the National Policy on Food and Nutrition and its Multi-sectoral Plan of Action through one accountable chain, coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.
774 LGAs in 36 states + FCT
5 interlocking pillars
1 shared accountability system

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON NUTRITION Chaired by H.E. Vice President
STATE COUNCIL ON NUTRITION Chaired by H.E. Executive Governor
LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL Chaired by the LGA Chairman

ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT, HON. (ENGR.) BELLO LAWAL, JOINS HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR KASHIM SHETTIMA, GCON, VICE PRESIDENT ...
09/10/2026

ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT, HON. (ENGR.) BELLO LAWAL, JOINS HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR KASHIM SHETTIMA, GCON, VICE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, ON ETHIOPIA NUTRITION LEADERSHIP EXCHANGE VISIT

Nigeria’s Vice President, His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, led a high-level Nigerian delegation to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 7th to 9th October 2026, for the inaugural Nigeria–Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange Visit. The Vice President attended the forum at the invitation of Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Temesgen Tiruneh, who is championing the country’s multisectoral approach to improving nutrition.

The exchange, organised by the Office of the Vice President in collaboration with Ethiopian counterparts, provided a platform for federal, state and local government leaders to share experiences and explore strategies for strengthening coordinated action on nutrition. Discussions centred on Ethiopia’s Seqota Declaration, a national initiative aimed at ending child stunting by 2030, and lessons for advancing Nigeria’s Nutrition 774 (N-774) Initiative.

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) was represented by its National President, Hon. (Engr.) Bello Lawal. Also present was Dr. Ben Nkechika, National Coordinator of the ALGON Health Desk Team. Their participation underscored ALGON’s commitment to strengthening grassroots leadership in nutrition planning, coordination and implementation.

Other members of the Nigerian delegation included:

State Governors

* Malam Umar Namadi, Governor of Jigawa State
* Dr. Dauda Lawal, Governor of Zamfara State
* Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, Governor of Osun State
* Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, Governor of Abia State
* AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Governor of Kwara State
* Bassey Otu, Governor of Cross River State
* Babagana Umara Zulum, Governor of Borno State

Federal Ministers

* Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare
* Senator Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security
* Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning
* Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation
* Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education, among other senior government officials.

Other Senior Government Officials

* Zubaida Abubakar Umar, Director-General, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)
* Dr. Muyi Aina, Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA)
* Uju Vanstasia Rochas-Anwukah, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Health and Nutrition Focal Person, Office of the Vice President.

The Ethiopian engagement also featured contributions from Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh and Minister of Health Dr. Mekdes Daba, alongside other Ethiopian government officials and development stakeholders.

Through its participation, ALGON reaffirmed the critical role of local governments as the frontline of nutrition service delivery. The exchange further highlighted the importance of multisectoral collaboration, sustainable financing and accountability in tackling malnutrition and improving food and nutrition security across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas.

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3 DAY TRAINING OF ALGON LGA FOCAL PERSONS & NPC DCRs ON e-CRVS BIRTH REGISTRATION IN BENUE STATE.. The National Populat...
05/10/2026

3 DAY TRAINING OF ALGON LGA FOCAL PERSONS & NPC DCRs ON e-CRVS BIRTH REGISTRATION IN BENUE STATE..

The National Population Commission Benue State today 5th of October 2026 commenced a three days training of trainees for Association of Local Governments of Nigerian (ALGON) focal persons and NPC DCR on the Electronic Civil Registration in Benue State.

The training is aimed at equipping participants with the knowledge and practical skills to effectively utilize the eCRVS Birth Registration System and subsequently step down the training to ALGON ward registrars and NPC LGA Registrars at the Local Government Areas across the State.

Declaring the training open, the Honourable Federal Commissioner, Mrs. Patricia Iyanya Kupchi Esq welcomed all Facilitators and participants to the training of the trainees programme. She emphasised the importance of the training and urged participants to pay close attention and actively participate in all sessions of the training.

The Commissioner further stressed that Birth registration is an everyday census and the success of the programme depends largely on the participants ability to understand the system and effectively carry the knowledge gained to the personnel at the various Local Government Areas.

The event brought together representatives from National Population Commission and ALGON National Secretariat from Abuja headquarters.










🎉 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! 🎉Today, we celebrate an outstanding administrator, distinguished leader, and committed public se...
02/10/2026

🎉 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! 🎉

Today, we celebrate an outstanding administrator, distinguished leader, and committed public servant, Chief Okafor Venatus Ugwuozor, Assistant Director, Policy Research & Planning, Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), as he marks another year of God's grace and blessings.

As he celebrates this special day, Chief Ugwuozor expressed that one of his greatest sources of joy is the recognition and honour recently bestowed upon him with the prestigious traditional title of IKEMBA I of Olo, Ezeagu Local Government Area.

This well-deserved honour reflects his unwavering commitment to leadership, excellence, and selfless service to his community and the nation.

On behalf of colleagues, friends, and well-wishers, we heartily congratulate Chief IKEMBA I of Olo on his birthday and pray that God grants him continued good health, divine wisdom, greater accomplishments, and many more fruitful years in service to humanity.

Happy Birthday, Chief Okafor Venatus Ugwuozor (IKEMBA I of Olo)! 🎂🎉


ALGON ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2026The ALGON Annual General Assembly 2026 brings together Local Government leaders from a...
01/10/2026

ALGON ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2026

The ALGON Annual General Assembly 2026 brings together Local Government leaders from across Nigeria to strengthen collaboration, promote innovative governance, and advance sustainable grassroots development.

As the closest tier of government to the people, Local Governments remain central to delivering quality services, accelerating community development, and driving inclusive national progress.

This Assembly will provides an opportunity to review achievements, share best practices, address emerging challenges, and chart a unified course for a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria.

Together, we will continue to build resilient communities, deepen democratic governance, and ensure that development reaches every ward and every citizen.

"Stronger ALGON, Stronger Local Governments, Stronger Communities - Stronger Nigeria."

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*NIGERIA AT 66: ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S INDEPENDENCE MESSAGE*As our great nation marks 66 years of independence, I co...
01/10/2026

*NIGERIA AT 66: ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S INDEPENDENCE MESSAGE*

As our great nation marks 66 years of independence, I congratulate all Nigerians at home and abroad. Today reminds us of the courage of our founding fathers, the strength of our diversity, and the resilience of the Nigerian spirit.
Across the country, Nigerians continue to show hope, hard work and unity. I commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his exceptional dedication in driving national development, security and economic stability under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
ALGON National President, Engr. Bello Lawal, praised President Tinubu’s support for LGAs as a pathway to effective democratic governance. He noted that the long failure of the system, which was a major setback, is now being addressed.
Councils now benefit from vibrant governance beyond paper and policy - a whole ecosystem of service delivery with optimized inclusive human resources at the rural level.
The situation remains most challenging at the LGAs where hunger, insecurity and violence are mostly perpetrated, yet Councils are committed to bringing governance closer to the people.

He thanked the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and the 36 State Governors for harmonious relations with sub-nationals. He noted that development across LGAs has engendered peer review, with many Chairmen deepening research to deliver their manifestos and campaign promises.
He appreciates the Green and Red Chambers of the National Assembly, State Assemblies, the Judiciary for its jurisprudence, and law enforcement agencies for safeguarding law and order.
He commends the Press, Civil Society and all local government-friendly groups, especially for their advocacy and campaign for Council autonomy.

*Happy Independence Day, Nigeria at 66.*
*May God bless our nation.*

*Engr. Bello Lawal*
*National President, ALGON*

NIGERIA AT 66: ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT'S INDEPENDENCE MESSAGEAs our great nation marks 66 years of independence, I cong...
30/09/2026

NIGERIA AT 66: ALGON NATIONAL PRESIDENT'S INDEPENDENCE MESSAGE

As our great nation marks 66 years of independence, I congratulate all Nigerians at home and abroad. Today reminds us of the courage of our founding fathers, the strength of our diversity, and the resilience of the Nigerian spirit.

Across the country, Nigerians continue to show hope, hard work and unity. I commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his exceptional dedication in driving national development, security and economic stability under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

ALGON National President, Engr. Bello Lawal, praised President Tinubu's support for LGAs as a pathway to effective democratic governance. He noted that the long failure of the system, which was a major setback, is now being addressed.

Councils now benefit from vibrant governance beyond paper and policy - a whole ecosystem of service delivery with optimized inclusive human resources at the rural level.

The situation remains most challenging at the LGAs where hunger, insecurity and violence are mostly perpetrated, yet Councils are committed to bringing governance closer to the people.

He thanked the Nigeria Governors' Forum and the 36 State Governors for harmonious relations with sub-nationals. He noted that development across LGAs has engendered peer review, with many Chairmen deepening research to deliver their manifestos and campaign promises.

He appreciates the Green and Red Chambers of the National Assembly, State Assemblies, the Judiciary for its jurisprudence, and law enforcement agencies for safeguarding law and order.

He commends the Press, Civil Society and all local government-friendly groups, especially for their advocacy and campaign for Council autonomy.

He urges caution and love during electioneering, so that politicians connect with the wishes of the people and constituents better understand candidates' plans.

ALGON will continue to align with the SDGs to ensure fiscal discipline complements the budget framework. Our concern is effective governance and national development with footprints the masses can feel. Across the 774 LGAs and Area Councils, government's sacrifices are being felt and the rural gap is closing.

Challenges of insecurity, banditry, poor rural infrastructure and economic hardship remain, but as an umbrella body we will keep reviewing our successes for performance improvement.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria at 66.
May God bless our nation.

Engr. Bello Lawal
National President, ALGON

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“The Agricultural Revolution will begin at the grassroots. The future of food security, job creation, and sustainable de...
29/09/2026

“The Agricultural Revolution will begin at the grassroots.

The future of food security, job creation, and sustainable development starts from our farms, our communities, and our local governments.

Are we ready to be empowered, embrace modern agricultural practices, support young agripreneurs, and transform your rural economy?

The time to act is now. The next generation of agricultural leaders will emerge from the grassroots.

Are you ready?”

ALGON PARTICIPATES IN STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FOR COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH WORKERS TRAINING ROLLOUTThe Association of L...
28/09/2026

ALGON PARTICIPATES IN STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FOR COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH WORKERS TRAINING ROLLOUT

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), under the leadership of its National President, Hon. (Engr.) Bello Lawal, participated in a three-day strategic planning and alignment meeting organized by Management Sciences for Health (MSH) under the Community Health Workforce Program (CHWP).
The meeting, held from 21–23 September 2026 at Bon Octagon Hotel, Jahi, Abuja, focused on developing state-specific training plans, budgets, supervision strategies, and rollout roadmaps for the upcoming 12-day Community-Based Health Workers (CBHW) Training across selected states and the FCT.
The initiative, supported by the Mastercard Foundation, aims to train and upskill 44,000 Community-Based Health Workers across 17 states and the Federal Capital Territory, using the redesigned National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) curriculum.
This effort is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s primary healthcare system and improve access to quality healthcare services at the grassroots.
Recognizing ALGON’s critical role in community mobilization and local government coordination, MSH invited the ALGON National President, State ALGON Chairmen (or their representatives) from the participating states, and the ALGON National Health Desk Technical Lead/National Coordinator to contribute to the planning process.
The meeting provided a platform for national, state, and development partners to harmonize implementation strategies, define roles and responsibilities, establish timelines, and ensure that the training rollout responds to the unique needs of each participating state.
ALGON reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen primary healthcare delivery and build a skilled community health workforce capable of improving health outcomes across Nigeria.

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