Category: Development
How to Unbar Your Phone Line Due to NIN-SIM Mismatch
If your phone line has been barred in the last two to three weeks, it’s likely because of a mismatch between the details provided during your SIM registration and the information linked to your National Identification Number (NIN). This is a common issue many users face, but fortunately, resolving it is straightforward. Why Was Your…
Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun Government Warns Allottees Against Reselling Land
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has issued a stern warning to allottees of the Ibara Regeneration Scheme, prohibiting the resale of allocated land. This directive aims to ensure that the purpose of the scheme is not compromised. At a stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Housing, Jagunmolu Jamiu Omoniyi,…
BREAKING: Lagos State Tops Climate Governance Performance Ranking
Lagos, Nigeria – In a remarkable achievement, Lagos State has secured the first position in the Climate Governance Performance ranking among the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This ranking was conducted by the Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Society for Planet & Prosperity. This accolade is attributed to the…
National Assembly Approves Amendment to Finance Act, Introducing 70% Tax on Banks’ FX Profits
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant legislative move, the National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Finance Act that imposes a 70% tax on substantial foreign exchange (FX) profits earned by banks in 2023. The decision was finalized on Tuesday during the plenary sessions of both chambers, following the review of the Joint National…
President Tinubu Signs North West Development Commission Bill into Law
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially approved and enacted the North West Development Commission Bill, creating a new body aimed at addressing the development needs of the North West zone. The announcement was made by Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, during an evening meeting at his office within the…
Minister of State Petroleum Resources Hosts Crucial Meeting with Dangote, NMDPRA, NUPRC, and NNPC Leadership
Abuja, Nigeria – Distinguished Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, the Honourable Minister of State Petroleum Resources [Oil], hosted a high-level meeting with key stakeholders to address and resolve ongoing issues surrounding the Dangote Refinery. Attending the meeting were prominent figures in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector: The stakeholders expressed their gratitude to the Honourable Minister for his…
Dangote Clarifies Incentives and Monopoly Concerns at Refinery
Lagos, Nigeria – In a recent statement, Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group, addressed concerns about incentives and monopoly at the newly established Dangote Refinery. Speaking on Thursday, Dangote emphasized that no incentives were collected from the Federal Government of Nigeria or Lagos State for the refinery project. “In the refinery, we did not, and…
Ogun State Set to Register Additional 100,000 Farmers Under OGFIMS
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has announced plans to register an additional 100,000 farmers under the Ogun State Farmer Information Management System (OGFIMS), raising the total number of registered farmers to 160,000. Hon. Bolu Owotomo, Commissioner for Agriculture, disclosed this initiative during an OGFIMS workshop focused on the registration exercise for farmers and…
Ogun State Approves Construction of Additional Roads in Ifo LGA
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Executive Council has given the green light for the construction of additional roads in Ifo Local Government Area, as part of ongoing infrastructure development efforts. Engr. Ade Akinsanya, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, announced the approval during a press conference on Thursday, providing updates on various road projects…
President Tinubu Announces Provision of 36 CNG Buses to Labour Unions
Abuja, Nigeria – In a bid to alleviate the financial burden on workers due to the high cost of living, President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to provide 36 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-fueled buses to the nation’s labour unions. During a meeting held today in Abuja, the President revealed that each of the 36 buses…