Category: Development
Dr. Kana Calls for Stronger Continental Collaboration on Digital Public Infrastructure for Economic Development
Abuja, Nigeria – May 20, 2026 Dr. Aminu Maida Kana has called for stronger collaboration among African nations in the development and deployment of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a catalyst for economic growth, financial inclusion and sustainable development across the continent. Speaking at a regional stakeholders’ forum on digital transformation in Abuja, Dr. Kana…
Lagos Suspends Loading of Goods on BRT Buses
LAGOS, NIGERIA — MAY 20, 2026 The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has announced the immediate suspension of the movement and loading of goods on all regulated public transport buses, popularly known as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) buses, across Lagos State.According to the transport authority, the directive is aimed at improving passenger safety, ensuring comfort,…
US Trade And Development Agency To Fund Wireless Project For West Africa
WASHINGTON D.C., USA – May 20, 2026 The United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has announced plans to support the expansion of wireless connectivity across West Africa through a major telecommunications infrastructure project targeting underserved and off-grid communities.According to the United States Embassy in Abuja, the agency has approved funding for a feasibility study…
Nigeria–UK Collaboration on Freedom of Religion and National Unity
Abuja, Nigeria – May 19, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting freedom of religion, peaceful coexistence, and national unity through strengthened collaboration with the United Kingdom.The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this during a high-level engagement involving representatives of the Nigerian and British governments focused…
Nigeria Launches Tax Ombud Digital Platforms to Strengthen Fair Tax Administration
Abuja, Nigeria — May 19, 2026 The Federal Government has launched new digital platforms under the Tax Ombud initiative aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability and fairness in Nigeria’s tax administration system.The initiative, unveiled by the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Finance, is designed to provide taxpayers…
Tunde Olusunle Raises Questions Over Alleged N800 Billion Governors’ Fund Dispute
ABUJA, Nigeria — May 19, 2026 Political commentator and public affairs analyst, Tunde Olusunle, has stirred fresh debate over an alleged N800 billion controversy involving state governors and internal tensions within the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF).In a strongly worded commentary published by , Olusunle alleged that the fund “was indeed going the way of what…
I Will Continue To Work Hard Until We Realise Our Dreams, President Tinubu Assures Nigerians In Rwanda
KIGALI, RWANDA – MAY 18, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will continue to work tirelessly to achieve the nation’s collective aspirations and deliver sustainable economic growth for the people. President Tinubu gave the assurance during engagements with investors and members of the Nigerian community in Kigali, Rwanda, where he…
EFCC Sets the Record Straight on UUTH Incident
Abuja, Nigeria — May 15, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has issued a clarification following public reactions to an incident involving operatives of its Uyo Zonal Directorate and staff members of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital. In a statement released by the Commission, the EFCC explained that the presence of its operatives…
NEMA Flags Off 2026 Flood Preparedness Campaign For South-South Region In Calabar, Cross River State
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE — MAY 15, 2026 The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has flagged off the 2026 National Preparedness and Response Campaign on Flood Disaster and Related Hazards for the South-South geo-political zone in Calabar, Cross River State. Director-General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, who flagged off the campaign on Thursday, May 14, 2026,…
PRESIDENT TINUBU ENGAGEMENTS WITH INVESTORS IN KIGALI GET POSITIVE RESPONSES
Kigali, Rwanda — May 15, 2026 President Bola Tinubu’s economic and investment drive is set to receive a further boost as international port operator, APM Terminals, pledged a $600 million investment in Nigeria’s maritime sector.The company’s leadership made the commitment during a meeting with President Tinubu in Kigali, Rwanda, on the sidelines of the Africa…