Category: Development
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Launches Campaign to Eliminate HIV/AIDS, Syphilis, and Hepatitis in Kaduna
The wife of the President of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially flagged off the Free to Shine campaign in Kaduna, aimed at eliminating HIV/AIDS, syphilis, and hepatitis among women and children in Nigeria. The initiative, spearheaded by the Organisation of African First Ladies (OAFLAD), seeks to address the growing health challenges posed by these…
NNPC Ltd Leads Africa’s Gas Infrastructure Expansion at NIES 2025, Highlights Tinubu’s Reforms as Key Driver for Investment
The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari, has declared that Africa is poised to become the next frontier for global energy investment, with Nigeria at the forefront of this transformation. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) in Abuja, Kyari emphasized Nigeria’s pivotal role as Africa’s…
NNPC, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Launch Joint Venture to Transform Africa’s Energy and Maritime Sectors
In a landmark move set to revolutionize Nigeria’s maritime and energy sectors, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited have announced the formation of a new joint venture. The partnership, formalized in London last week, aims to establish a world-class tanker operation to serve Nigeria and West Africa’s crude…
Ogun State Enacts Scavengers and Waste Dealers Regulation Bill, 2025 to Promote Public Order and Environmental Safety
Abeokuta, Ogun State – February 12, 2025 – In a landmark move to address growing concerns over public safety, environmental degradation, and community tensions, the Ogun State House of Assembly has passed the Scavengers and Waste Dealers Regulation Bill, 2025. Sponsored by Hon. Dr. Babatunde Opeolu Tella and co-sponsored by six other lawmakers, including Hon….
Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit: Advancing Universal Energy Access by 2030
The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on January 27-28, 2025, convened African leaders, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to advance the ambitious goal of providing electricity access to 300 million people by 2030. This initiative, launched by the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB), aims to…
NNPC Begins Construction of Five Mini LNG Plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has officially launched the construction of five mini Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s gas infrastructure development. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on January 30, 2025, signals the government’s commitment to expanding domestic gas utilization and positioning Nigeria as a…
Governor Dapo Abiodun’s Road Infrastructure: Progress, Expansion Plans, and Commitment to Development
Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration has remained steadfast in its commitment to road infrastructure development across Ogun State, prioritizing connectivity, economic growth, and overall quality of life. Since assuming office, his government has constructed over 600 kilometers of roads, including 243.3 kilometers in the Ogun East Senatorial District alone. While significant progress has been made, the…
Hon. Waliu Owode Commends Federal Government’s Policies in New Year Speech, Advocates for Grassroots Support
Abeokuta, Ogun State – Alhaji Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo Owode, member of the Ogun State House of Assembly representing Ijebu East and patron of the AWOOF Foundation, has lauded the federal government for its recent strides in governance during his New Year address on January 3, 2025. Speaking at an event in Abeokuta, Hon. Owode highlighted…
Ogun State Government Pledges Support for Fish and Cocoa Farmers
Ijebu-Ife, Ogun State – The Ogun State Government has renewed its commitment to supporting the agricultural sector, following a recent visit by the Commissioner for Agriculture, Hon. Bolu Owootomo, to Mojalake Fish Farm Settlement in Ijebu-Ife. The visit, facilitated by Hon. Waliu Owode, the House of Assembly member representing Ijebu East and Chairman of the…
President Tinubu Welcomes NEC’s Recommendation for Further Consultation on Tax Reform Bills
In a recent development, President Bola Tinubu has responded positively to the recommendation by the National Economic Council (NEC) to reconsider certain tax reform bills currently under review by the National Assembly. The NEC, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima and consisting of Nigeria’s 36 state governors, advised that these bills be temporarily withdrawn to…