22 h. ago FG to unify livestock data systems, strengthen sector accountability

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s livestock industry through a unified national data architecture that will enhance accountability, strengthen planning, and unlock new investment opportunities across the sector. The assurance was given by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at two-day multi-stakeholder workshop on strengthening national livestock sector accountability […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s 4% development levy to reshape how companies calculate, remit tax

Nigeria’s new 4 percent development levy, which replaces four separate sector-specific taxes, is set to reshape how companies calculate and read more Nigeria’s 4% development levy to reshape how companies calculate, remit tax

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5 d. ago How Nigeria’s new 4% development levy consolidates corporate tax and its benefits

Nigeria’s new 4 percent development levy, which replaces four sector-specific taxes, is set to reshape how companies calculate and remit read more How Nigeria’s new 4% development levy consolidates corporate tax and its benefits

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5 d. ago We Aim To Build A Sports Sector Reflective Of Nigeria’s Greatness – Olopade

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed the commission’s commitment to developing a sports sector that reflects Nigeria’s greatness, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Olapade shared this vision during his opening remarks at the ongoing 2nd National Council of Sports (NCS) in Calabar, Cross River […]

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6 d. ago Communiqué issued at the HID Awolowo Foundation Dialogue on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Efunyela Hall, Ikenne, Ogun State

"Historical and contemporary examples, from Chief Mrs HID Awolọwọ to technocrats, legislators, and administrators, affirm women’s capability. Data shows women’s leadership correlates with stronger governance, lower corruption, and better social outcomes. Women excel in entrepreneurship, civil society leadership, peace-building, and community development, often prioritising social-sector growth."

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6 d. ago Stakeholders push policy, financing reforms to scale Nigeria’s EV infrastructure

Key government agencies, private-sector operators, development partners, and climate advocates on Wednesday gathered in Abuja to push for urgent policy, read more Stakeholders push policy, financing reforms to scale Nigeria’s EV infrastructure

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6 d. ago Dangote Restoring Value To Agriculture, Sponsors 2025 Agric Show

The Dangote Group has announced that it is collaborating with strategic partners to revitalise and strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural sector. This development comes as the company sponsors the 17th National Agricultural Show, which opens on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in Keffi, Nasarawa State. The company’s spokesman, Anthony Chiejina, stated that expanding mechanised agricultural practices will play […]

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1 week ago Employers’ Consultative Association Academy Graduates First Cohort

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has graduated the first cohort of participants from its ICT Academy in Abuja, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to equip young Nigerians with digital skills for the evolving labour market. The graduation ceremony in Abuja drew senior government representatives, private sector leaders, and development partners, all of […]

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2 w. ago ‘Ponmo’ Consumption Draining Nigeria’s Leather Industry Of $5bn, Federal Government Raises Alarm

The Federal Government has issued a fresh warning over the rising consumption of animal hides, popularly known as ‘ponmo’, describing the trend as a major threat to Nigeria’s leather sector. Director-General of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), Prof. Nnanyelugo Ikemounso, raised the alarm on Thursday at the National Campaign Against Ponmo Consumption […]

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2 w. ago Danish ambassador visits NIMASA, pledges support for Nigeria’s maritime sector

The Government of Denmark has pledged its continued support for Nigeria’s maritime sector development while seeking to explore new areas of economic partnerships. This was disclosed by the Danish ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Jens Ole Bach Jansen, during his recent visit to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency head office in Lagos. Mr Jansen […]

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2 w. ago Mining reforms generate ₦26bn revenue as Alake moves to strengthen mining marshals

Dele Alake, minister of Solid Minerals Development, says ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s mining sector are driving record revenues and restoring read more Mining reforms generate ₦26bn revenue as Alake moves to strengthen mining marshals

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3 w. ago Stakeholders task FG, others on education sector development

They stressed the need for the curriculum review with a place for entrepreneurship in order to prepare the students ...

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3 w. ago Federal Govt Secures €21m German Funding For Clean Energy Transition

The federal government has secured a financial boost from Germany to advance its energy transition agenda, with a combined funding commitment of €21 million to strengthen renewable energy development, energy efficiency, and private sector participation. The announcement was made during the Working Group on Power, Energy and Climate meeting held on November 3, 2025, in […]

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3 w. ago Agency, Bank Champion Innovation, Investment For Renewable Energy Transition

Stakeholders at the Nigeria Renewable Energy Innovation Forum (NREIF) have called for increased innovation, collaboration, and targeted investment to accelerate Nigeria’s transition to renewable energy and achieve sustainable power access for all. The two-day forum, organised by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Abuja recently, brought together policymakers, private sector players, equipment manufacturers, and development […]

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4 w. ago CPPE endorses 15% fuel import duty, says policy will catalyse local refining, industrial growth

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed strong support for the Federal Government’s recent introduction of a 15 percent import duty on refined petroleum products, describing it as a strategic policy measure capable of driving investment in Nigeria’s domestic refining sector and stimulating broader industrial development. In a policy brief released […]

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last month Learning crisis: C/River partners World Bank on training of primary school teachers

The Cross River State government, in collaboration with the World Bank’s Project Hope Education, has commenced intensive training programmes for teachers aimed at bridging the learning gaps in English and Mathematics across primary schools in the state. The initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to professional development for the education sector. Cross River State Commissioner for […]

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