25 h. ago Review Firearm Law To Allow Responsible Citizens Own Guns, Senate Tells Federal Government

The Senate has called on the federal government to review the country’s firearm laws to allow responsible citizens to own guns, citing the escalating insecurity across Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger States. The call followed the adoption of a motion titled ‘Urgent Need To Address Escalating Insecurity in Kwara, Kebbi and Niger States’, which highlighted recent […]

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3 d. ago Prioritise Citizens In Economic, Security Reforms – Data Guru

John David, Chief Executive Officer of Data Addicts, has called on the Federal Government to put Nigerians at the centre of policy decisions as the country grapples with persistent economic strain and rising insecurity. In a chat with newsmen, David said the hardship facing citizens is no longer an abstract discussion about economic indicators, but […]

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4 d. ago Insecurity: Expert Tasks Political Actors On Nigeria’s Survival, Peace

Following the rising security challenges confronting Nigeria, a security expert, Dr Ibrahim Ajia, has called on political actors to suspend their 2027 political aspirations by uniting for the nation’s security and the safety of innocent citizens. Ajia, who made the call in an interview with LEADERSHIP, noted that, “It is only when we have a […]

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5 d. ago Seven cities leading sustainable growth and smart living in 2025

Cities worldwide are embracing technology and sustainability to redefine urban life in 2025. Governments, businesses, and communities are collaborating on read more Seven cities leading sustainable growth and smart living in 2025

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7 d. ago Kaduna Urged To Harness Youth Population For Economic Development

Stakeholders have called on the Kaduna State Government to intensify efforts toward harnessing its youthful population for economic growth and sustainable development. Speaking at an orientation session on the Kaduna State Demographic Dividend Roadmap for staff of the Ministry of Youth Development, Hajia Amina Lami Aliyu, Head of Project and Technical Coordination at the State […]

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8 d. ago Lagos LCDA engages residents in 2026 budget planning for sustainable growth

Agboyi Ketu LCDA holds a consultative forum for its ‘Budget of a New Dawn,’ engaging residents in the 2026 Lagos LCDA budget for inclusive growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-lcda-engages-residents-in-2026-budget-planning-for-sustainable-growth/

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9 d. ago Petroleum Fund, Sokoto Varsity Collaborate On Oil, Gas Technology Research

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has commenced collaboration with the Usmanu Danfodio University Sokoto (UDUS) and others to boost research on sustainable oil and gas operations for industrial growth. The general manager, PTDF Research and Innovation, Mr Olayinka Agboola, stated this yesterday in Sokoto at the three-day capacity-building workshop, as part of the fund’s […]

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1 week ago Shell urges sustained actions to position gas as engine of development

Nigeria needs sustained actions to attract and retain investments in the gas sector to ensure economic growth and industrialisation, senior read more Shell urges sustained actions to position gas as engine of development

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1 week ago 30% Capital Gains Tax: Eno, Izunaso Urge Balanced Reforms To Protect Investor Confidence

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Capital Market and Institutions, Senator Osita Izunaso, have called for a careful and balanced implementation of ongoing fiscal and financial reforms to sustain investor confidence, ensure inclusive growth, and strengthen the country’s economic foundation. Both leaders made this statement while delivering […]

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1 week ago Dangote Recommits To Full Industrialisation, Unveils New Sugar Packs

Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to driving the industrialisation of Nigeria and the African continent. The company has pledged to continue its transformative efforts and maintain leadership in promoting sustainable economic growth across the region. This position was announced by the group executive director, Commercial Operations, Hajiya Fatima Aliko-Dangote, during the […]

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1 week ago Dr. Eno Jerry Eze Empowers Abia Citizens Through Human Capital Development

For Pastor Dr. Eno Jerry Eze, Human Capital Development is more than an agenda item, it is a calling to uplift people. At the inaugural Human Capital Development Workshop in Umuahia, Abia State, she reminded participants that empowering citizens with skills, knowledge, and opportunities is key to building a resilient and prosperous state. As Resident […]

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2 w. ago New roadmap targets $1.6bn boost for Nigeria’s palm oil value chain

Nigeria’s palm oil sector is set for renewed growth as stakeholders rally behind a new roadmap designed to drive sustainable, read more New roadmap targets $1.6bn boost for Nigeria’s palm oil value chain

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2 w. ago Borrowing for growth or mortgaging the future? Nigeria’s subnational debt dilemma

Nigeria’s states are borrowing at record levels. Lagos leads the charge, with its debt per citizen now over N166,000, fourteen read more Borrowing for growth or mortgaging the future? Nigeria’s subnational debt dilemma

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2 w. ago Kano Rep Sagir Koki Dumps NNPP, Cites Party Leadership Crisis

The House of Representatives member representing Kano Municipal Federal Constituency, Hon. Engr. Sagir Ibrahim Koki, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing persistent leadership crises rocking the party. In a letter dated November 11, 2025, and addressed to the chairperson of Zaitawa Ward, Koki said the deepening internal conflict within the party’s […]

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2 w. ago Minister Pledges Investment In Education For Youth Empowerment

Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, has reiterated the ministry’s commitment to investing in education to empower young Nigerians and promote sustainable economic growth. Represented by the Director of Senior Secondary Education, Hajiya Binta Abdulkadiri, Prof Ahmad stated this at the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Principals of Federal Unity […]

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2 w. ago ALTON seeks clear rules to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy

THE Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has urged Lawmakers to provide unambiguous regulatory guidance in the proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill, 2025, emphasising that clarity and structured collaboration are essential to drive investors’ confidence and sustainable growth in the country’s digital sector. Mr Gbenga Adebayo, chairman, ALTON, presented the association’s […]

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2 w. ago FG: Nigeria’s first methanol, ammonium bicarbonate plant opens new chapter in gas industrialisation

The Federal Government has lauded the Supertech Methanol and Ammonium Bicarbonate Plant located within the Ondo-Linyi Industrial Hub in Ondo State, describing it as a landmark stride in Nigeria’s quest for gas-driven industrialization, job creation, and sustainable economic growth. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, gave the commendation during an […]

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2 w. ago Labour Minister harps on importance of effective project management

The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Mohammadu Maigari Dingyadi, has said that effective project management remains central to the success of government institutions in delivering job creation, skills development and sustainable economic growth. Dingyadi made the remark in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the Chartered Institute of Project Management of Nigeria (CIPMN) on […]

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2 w. ago Agriculture Remains Sustainable Pathway To Nigeria’s Economic Growth – Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has stated that agriculture remains the most sustainable pathway to Nigeria’s economic growth, adding that it will also help resolve the challenges of unemployment, food insecurity, and poverty. According to the Governor, this accounts for his administration’s deliberate policy of utilising agriculture as a tool to eradicate poverty, create […]

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2 w. ago BUA Foods doubles profit to N405bn on strong growth across business segments

BUA Foods Plc sustained its growth momentum through the third quarter of 2025, posting a remarkable 101 percent increase in profit after tax to N405.27 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to N201.39 billion in the same period of 2024. The food manufacturing giant also reported a 33 percent rise in […]

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