Category: Development
VP Shettima Urges Investment in Nigeria’s Non-Oil Sectors
Highlights Agriculture, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy as Key Areas for Growth Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the need for Nigeria to diversify its economy by attracting investment in non-oil sectors. Speaking at the Existing Foreign Direct Investors Roundtable held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday, Shettima highlighted the significant opportunities available in agriculture,…
Minister of Works Announces Commencement of 1000km Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway Project
The Minister of Works, Engineer Nweze David Umahi, has announced that the initial phase of the ambitious 1000km Sokoto-Badagry super highway project will begin in Kebbi State. The project is set to be inaugurated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in August. During a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi to discuss…
Succour As Ogun Govt Set To Begin Massive Roads Rehabilitation, Reconstruction
Motorists and residents of Ogun State can look forward to improved infrastructure as the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration embarks on an extensive rehabilitation and reconstruction of numerous roads across the state. Commissioner for Works, Engr. Ade Akinsanya, announced that the rehabilitation efforts will be prioritized based on fund availability and the economic significance of the…
Nigerians Spent N16.5 Trillion on Fuel and Generators in 2023, Says Federal Government
Abuja, Nigeria — In 2023, Nigerians spent a staggering N16.5 trillion on purchasing diesel, petrol, and generators for power generation, according to the Federal Government. This expenditure, primarily driven by the need for self-generated power, starkly contrasts with the formal power sector’s total revenue of N1 trillion for the same year. Minister of Power Adebayo…
NBA Seeks Permanent Injunction Against Trade Minister Over UK Lawyers’ Practice in Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking a permanent injunction to prevent the Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, from allowing UK-licensed lawyers to practice law in Nigeria. This request comes in response to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that the NBA…
Governor Sanwo-Olu Unveils Major Housing Projects in Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today inaugurated two major housing projects aimed at addressing the housing needs of Lagos residents and promoting sustainable urban development. The unveiling took place at the Rising Lagos Apartments and the Greater Lagos LBIC/WGC Apartments, marking significant milestones in the state’s urban renewal initiatives. The Rising Lagos Apartments feature…
Federal Government Cancels Road Expansion Contracts for Obajana-Benin Highway
In a decisive move, the federal government has terminated road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for specific sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. This action was taken due to significant project delays and the contractors’ failure to meet performance expectations. The contracts in question—6136…
Regional Hotel Operation: EFCC Raises Disciplinary Team against Errant Officers
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has formed a Disciplinary Team to investigate the case of two officers who allegedly assaulted a female staff member at Regional Hotel, Ojo, Lagos. The incident, which occurred during an early morning sting operation on Thursday, June 27, 2024, was captured…
Demolition of Illegal Shanties and Kiosks Begins Along Lekki-Ajah Expressway
Date: July 1, 2024 Today, the Monitoring and Compliance team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (@Lawma_gov), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (@LAGESCOfficial), commenced the demolition of illegal shanties and kiosks in Sangotedo, Lakowe, Awoyaya, and other locations along the Lekki-Ajah expressway. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to maintain…
Inauguration of Governing Councils for Federal Tertiary Institutions Set for July 4, 2024
The Federal Government has announced plans to officially inaugurate the governing councils and boards of Federal universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions on July 4, 2024. This development was disclosed by Prof. Aisha Maikudi, the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, during her acceptance speech upon assuming leadership at the institution on Monday….