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14Jun’25
Cultural Heritage
The name “Jakiri” has its own interesting origin story, derived from “Vekui” in Lamnso, meaning “plaster remover.” This name emerged from an incident where Jakiri people removed plaster from a […]
14Jun’25
Origins and Early History
Oral tradition traces the Jakiri people’s origins to Egypt. Due to harsh climatic conditions, they migrated and eventually settled in Belbele, living as hunters. Later, they and their Nso brothers […]
02Jun’25
New year Celebration
New Year Celebration: A Spirit of Unity, Hope, and Progress As the calendar turned and the first sunrise of the year illuminated the hills of Jakiri, the city came alive […]
02Jun’25
Outdoor Sanitation
Outdoor Sanitation: Keeping Jakiri Clean, Safe, and Healthy Outdoor sanitation remains a critical priority for Jakiri Council in our mission to build a cleaner, healthier, and more livable city. As […]
02Jun’25
Supporting Local Businesses
Supporting Local Businesses: Building a Resilient Jakiri Economy At the heart of Jakiri’s economic life are the local businesses—small and medium enterprises, market vendors, artisans, startups, and service providers—that fuel […]
02Jun’25
Mayor Talks About Covid
Mayor Talks About COVID-19: A Call for Vigilance, Unity, and Care As the world continues to navigate the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lord Mayor of Jakiri Council […]
02Jun’25
Support for public housing
Support for Public Housing: Building Dignity and Opportunity for All Access to safe, affordable, and dignified housing is a fundamental right and a cornerstone of urban development. As Jakiri continues […]
28May’25
2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign: Together, We Can Fight In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Jakiri Council is proud to join the global movement in raising […]