5 h. ago UN, Sterling One Push Private Sector To Accelerate SDG Delivery

The UN, Sterling One Foundation, and the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria (UNGCNN) urged the private sector to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through six critical ‘transition pathways.’ These pathways target areas like food systems, energy access, digital connectivity, education, jobs, and climate resilience to drive significant development outcomes. With under […]

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17 h. ago NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant collaboration, the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have agreed to produce a comprehensive publication documenting the economic and tourism potentials of all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative aims to accelerate investment, promote tourism, and support the economic development […] The post NPC, NGF partner to document Nigeria’s economic, tourism potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Wike: Reforms’ll end land speculation, accelerate development in FCT

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has defended the sweeping land reforms in the nation’s capital, emphasising that it would curb speculation and accelerating development. Speaking after inspecting infrastructure projects yesterday, Wike explained that the reforms would discourage speculative landholding by mandating timely development and payments to ensure efficient land use. […] The post Wike: Reforms’ll end land speculation, accelerate development in FCT appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Wike defends FCT land reforms, insists it will end land speculation, speed development

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended recent land reforms, stating they aim to curb land speculation and speed up development in the FCT. Speaking after inspecting infrastructure projects in Abuja on Tuesday, Wike, through a statement by Director of Press Anthony Ogunleye, explained that the […] The post Wike defends FCT land reforms, insists it will end land speculation, speed development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNIDO, Federal Gov’t Sign Pact To Promote Nigeria’s Industrial Development

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the Federal Government  have signed a 4 -year Programme Country Partnership (PCP) Flagship Strategy (2024 – 2028) to support the government of Nigeria in promoting and accelerating inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Nigeria. The historic pact was signed between UNIDO and   the Federal Ministry of Budget and […]

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2 w. ago FG, UNIDO unveil $175m partnership for economic transformation

The Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) have signed a 175 million dollars Programme for Country Partnership (PCP). Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said the programme was to accelerate Nigeria’s industrial development and economic transformation during the signing of the agreement in Abuja, yesterday He said the […] The post FG, UNIDO unveil $175m partnership for economic transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

Introduction Africa stands on the brink of a technological revolution. With the announcement of Cassava Technologies’ AI Factory, the continent read more Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

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2 w. ago Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that he removed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to accelerate development and address infrastructure challenges. The President explained that the TSA system was restricting financial flexibility, delaying critical infrastructure projects, and needed to be reviewed for greater impact and progress. By exempting the […] The post Removing FCT From Treasury Single Account Was Key To Accelerating Development – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots

Tribune Online Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots The Commissioner said the issuance of the ultimatum became expedient so as to discourage land speculations within the housing estate. Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun govt gives subscribers ultimatum to develop plots Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Niger Delta monarchs seek collaboration for regional development

The Association of Niger Delta Monarchs of Nigeria (ANDMON) has expressed its willingness to collaborate with the Federal Government, multinational organisations, and other stakeholders to drive development in the Niger Delta region.    The monarchs, who gathered in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Friday, signed a statement calling for accelerated development in all […] The post Niger Delta monarchs seek collaboration for regional development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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