11 h. ago Nigeria must sustain investment in maritime security for economic growth –IMO

By Steve Agbota Following the zero piracy incidents Nigeria recorded in the last four years, the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Domínguez, has called on the federal government to sustain investment in its maritime security  for economic growth. This is even as he described the nation’s maritime architecture-Deep Blue Project as […] The post Nigeria must sustain investment in maritime security for economic growth –IMO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Reps Inaugurate Committee To Review Cryptocurrency, PoS Operations In Nigeria

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has inaugurated an ad-hoc committee to review the economic, regulatory, and security implications of cryptocurrency adoption and Point-of-Sale (PoS) operations in Nigeria. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony on Monday in Abuja, Speaker Abbas said the formation of the committee became necessary due to growing concerns […]

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38 h. ago Nigeria’s Next Drug Control Master Plan Must Address Emerging Threats — Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the illicit drug trade in Nigeria. […]

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42 h. ago Nigeria’s next drug control master plan must address emerging threats, says Marwa

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Marwa (Rtd) has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the […] The post Nigeria’s next drug control master plan must address emerging threats, says Marwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Oyo to adopt sustainable power, irrigation initiative to enhance food security, agribusiness

In a bid to enhance food security, agribusiness, and sustain agro-economy, the Oyo State Government has expressed readiness to adopt read more Oyo to adopt sustainable power, irrigation initiative to enhance food security, agribusiness

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3 d. ago OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE), in collaboration with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the European Union (EU), and the German Development Agency (GIZ), has unveiled the Nigeria Country Resilience and Human Security Assessment, a report designed to strengthen the country’s capacity to withstand security, economic, […] The post OSPRE, ECOWAS, others launch Nigeria Resilience, Human Security Assessment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago New Generation Of Politicians Regards Money In The Treasury As Theirs – Falae

Nigeria is 65; how would you rate our journey so far? I am disappointed that we are still where we are at 65. The truth is that Nigeria is still far below the level we expected it to be. In every sector, we are behind. In terms of development, which includes education, security, and economy, […]

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4 d. ago We’ve Turned Tide Against Pirates, Boosted Oil Output – Naval Chief

The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, has declared that the Nigerian Navy has successfully dismantled piracy and other maritime criminal activities in the country’s waters, resulting in increased oil production and restored investor confidence in the maritime sector. Vice Admiral Ogalla made this known during a regimental parade held in […]

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5 d. ago Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday while speaking […] The post Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker

Tribune Online Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, has praised Nigerians for their resilience and urged them to sustain their trust in the government of President Bola Tinubu Nigeria’s economy regaining strength under Tinubu — Lagos lawmaker Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday, October 1, […] The post Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s Future Secured As Economy Records Historic Growth – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that his administration is laying a durable economic foundation to secure Nigeria’s future. On Tuesday, during Nigeria’s Independence Day anniversary address, Tinubu spoke on the state of the economy he inherited, noting, “I inherited a near-collapsed economy caused by decades of fiscal policy distortions and misalignment that had impaired […] The post Nigeria’s Future Secured As Economy Records Historic Growth – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigeria Making Strides In Security, Economic Growth – Tinubu

  President Bola Tinubu has asserted that Nigeria’s security agencies are making significant progress in tackling terrorism, banditry, and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The president made this statement on Wednesday, during his nationwide Independence Day address marking Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary. Speaking to Nigerians, Tinubu said, “The officers and men of our armed […] The post Nigeria Making Strides In Security, Economic Growth – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: Prioritise good governance – NANS urges leaders

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on leaders across all levels to prioritise good governance as Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, emphasising the need for youth inclusion in decision-making, educational advancement, security, and sustainable economic growth. This is contained in a Wednesday statement signed by Comrade Oladimeji Uthman, […] The post Nigeria @ 65: Prioritise good governance – NANS urges leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Niger govt signs land lease agreement to boost rice production

Tribune Online Niger govt signs land lease agreement to boost rice production The project is expected to significantly boost rice production, strengthen food security, and deliver socio-economic benefits... Niger govt signs land lease agreement to boost rice production Tribune Online

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8 d. ago US, FG seek innovative solutions to boost agricultural trade

Tribune Online US, FG seek innovative solutions to boost agricultural trade The U.S. Mission’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has partnered with the Federal Government to adopt innovative solutions aimed at enhancing agricultural trade for economic growth and food security. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Mr Matthew Obogbaimhe, Chairman of the Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce (NACC), Kaduna Chapter, said this at a roundtable on […] US, FG seek innovative solutions to boost agricultural trade Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Northern leaders must unite to secure region, boost economy — Gov Lawal

Tribune Online Northern leaders must unite to secure region, boost economy — Gov Lawal Governor Lawal commended the Northern Elders Forum for its consistent commitment to the progress of the northern region. Northern leaders must unite to secure region, boost economy — Gov Lawal Tribune Online

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8 d. ago “Northern Leaders Must Unite, Speak With One Voice” – Gov Lawal

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has called on leaders of the 19 northern states to adopt a binding framework. He said the framework would enable the region to speak with one voice on security and economic matters. The governor made the appeal on Monday,, while chairing the opening session of the Northern Nigeria Investment and […] The post “Northern Leaders Must Unite, Speak With One Voice” – Gov Lawal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago North Must Speak With One Voice On Security, Economy, Says Zamfara Governor

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has urged a binding commitment among the 19 Northern States to speak with one voice on security and economic matters. The governor spoke as chairman of the first day of the Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit at the Abuja Continental Hotel on Monday. A statement by the governor’s […]

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1 week ago Kogi deepens ties with agencies, investors to boost food security, agro

Kogi State government has intensified collaboration with federal agencies and international partners to reposition agriculture as the mainstay of the state’s economy, ensure food security, and promote agricultural export. This follows a working visit to Geregu in Ajaokuta Local Government Area of the state, where government officials and a delegation of agriculture experts and investors […] The post Kogi deepens ties with agencies, investors to boost food security, agro-export appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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