5 h. ago Tinubu, Policy Coordination And Effective Governance In Nigeria

At the end of March 2025, the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination & Head, Central Results Delivery Coordination Unit, held a Stakeholders’ Validation Session on the Draft National Policy Development and Management Framework. The event which was held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja was a significant […]

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7 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Customs Assures Local Vehicle Manufacturers Of Patronage

In compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s Nigeria First policy, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has pledged that the service will continue to patronise and support the indigenous auto sector for the growth and well-being of the nation’s industrial economy. This was disclosed by the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, when he inspected vehicles […]

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12 h. ago Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis

For decades, Nigeria’s electricity sector has been a tragic theatre of mismanagement, corruption, policy somersaults, and calculated sabotage. From the days of the Electricity Corporation of Nigeria  (ECN), to National Electric Power Authority  (NEPA), metamorphosing into Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) and eventually privatised into a cartel of Generation Companies (GenCos) Distribution Companies (DisCos) […] The post Bandits of darkness: From power outages to policy outrage in Nigeria’s energy crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigeria First Policy should align with regional, continental trade agreements – LCCI

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) have said that the new Nigeria First Policy should align with regional read more Nigeria First Policy should align with regional, continental trade agreements – LCCI

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38 h. ago New Marine and Blue Economy policy: Imperatives of an implementation committee 

A cheery news emerged from last Monday’s Federal Executive Council meeting, FEC, presided by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   It was to the effect that the Federal Government has approved a 10-year policy framework for Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy.     The news attracted jubilation from stakeholders who for almost two years since the creation of […] The post New Marine and Blue Economy policy: Imperatives of an implementation committee  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago ‘Nigeria First’ Policy Will Boost GDP By 56% – Manufacturers

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has described the federal government’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy directive as a long-awaited relief to the nation’s manufacturers, adding that, if well implemented, it would scale investments, and potentially boost GDP by 56 per cent, reduce unemployment by 37 per cent, and increase firms’ willingness to employ from 1.5 percent to […]

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3 d. ago The Nigeria First Policy: Why Local Cloud is Now a National Imperative

In a significant move to bolster domestic industries, the Nigerian government has approved the “Nigeria First Policy,” emphasizing the prioritization read more The Nigeria First Policy: Why Local Cloud is Now a National Imperative

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4 d. ago Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The federal government has adopted the National Energy Transition Policy, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2060 through a just and inclusive energy transition. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and NEITI Board Chairman, announced this at the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) Board retreat in Umuahia, […] The post Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 – Akume appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Blue Economy Policy Guide For Maritime Development – Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said that the newly approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy will serve as a strategic guide for the development of the marine and blue economy sector over the next ten years. Speaking to LEADERSHIP, the minister said the policy would also help Nigeria harness […]

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4 d. ago Swap your Escalade for Innoson, Nord if you believe in ‘Nigeria First’, Atiku challenges Tinubu

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the ‘Nigeria First’ policy approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under President Bola read more Swap your Escalade for Innoson, Nord if you believe in ‘Nigeria First’, Atiku challenges Tinubu

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4 d. ago Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola

From Steve Agbota The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved Nigeria’s first National Marine and Blue Economy Policy (2025–2034), a transformative step to harness the country’s 853-kilometre coastline and extensive inland waterways for economic diversification, job creation, and environmental sustainability. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola described the policy as a “visionary framework” […] The post Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu

Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to lead by example over the ‘Nigeria First’ policy, introduced by his government. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that on Monday, Federal Executive Council gave green light to the policy, aimed at giving preference to locally produced goods and services in all government purchases. Reacting to the development […] The post Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago ‘It’s Mere Public Relations Gimmick’, Atiku’s Aide Slams Tinubu’s ‘Nigeria First’ Policy

Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has taken a swipe at President Bola Tinubu’s recently introduced ‘Nigeria First’ policy, calling it a public relations gimmick with no genuine commitment to local content or economic patriotism. In a press statement released on Tuesday, Shaibu described the policy, which […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has asked President Bola Tinubu to show his belief in his administration’s newly introduced Nigeria First Policy by swapping his Cadillac Escalade presidential vehicle for Innoson, Nord or other Nigeria-made vehicles. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stated this in a statement on […] The post Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago MAN lauds FG’s “Nigeria First” policy directive, seeks collaboration on implementation

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has commended the Federal Government on the “Nigeria First” policy directive aimed at prioritising patronage read more MAN lauds FG’s “Nigeria First” policy directive, seeks collaboration on implementation

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6 d. ago 25 Years Later, Democracy Has Not Impacted Nigeria’s Foreign Policy – Political Scientists

Political scientists have posited that democracy has not significantly impacted Nigeria’s foreign policy since its return to democratic rule in 1999. They noted that the expectation that the country would enjoy increased international influence and engagement following its return to democracy over 25 years ago has not materialised. The political scientists made their position known […]

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6 d. ago Speaker Abbas Pushes For Adoption Of Renewable Energy To Diversify Economy

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said Nigeria must adopt renewable energy to diversify its economy. According to Abbas, the case for renewable energy is compelling as it holds substantial implications for national policy agendas. The speaker noted that Nigeria is assuming a continental leadership role in the race to […]

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6 d. ago Federal Gov’t Bans Procurement Of Foreign Goods, Services Where Local Alternatives Exist

The federal government has approved a far-reaching policy tagged the Renewed Hope Nigeria First Initiative, which mandates all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of government to prioritise Nigerian-made goods and services in government procurements. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday after the federal executive council […]

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6 d. ago Kano Local Gov’ts Ordered To Contribute N670m For Emirate Council’s Vehicles

The Kano State Government has directed the 44 local government areas (LGAs) in the state to contribute about N15.2 million each—totalling N670 million—for the purchase and refurbishment of vehicles for the Kano Emirate Council under the leadership of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. According to a letter dated March 25, 2025, and now circulating on social […]

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1 week ago Nigeria’s Digital Pioneers Set For Spotlight As 50MVPs Awards Return In 2025

Nigeria’s digital economy will take center stage as the prestigious ’50 Most Valuable Personalities’ (50MVPs) in Nigeria’s Digital Economy event unfolds in Lagos. Spearheaded by Knowhow Media, publishers of IT Edge News.Africa, the gathering, which will take place on May 22, 2025, will honour the architects of Nigeria’s ongoing digital transformation—visionaries, innovators, and policy drivers […]

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