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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on the nation’s capital residents to manage their expectations, noting that it was unrealistic to expect a complete transformation of all sectors within two years. The minister made the assertion during his monthly media briefing in Abuja, where he addressed concerns about infrastructure, education, […]
Inadequately trained technicians and quality assurance professionals have been identified as likely impediments to supporting local production of renewable energy panels in Nigeria. A global consulting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers, in a report said that solar manufacturing is not just about equipment, but also about people, and therefore urged the government to partner with universities, polytechnics, and […]
The Nigerian Institute of Architecture (NIA) has said that for Nigeria to bridge its housing gap, the government and stakeholders must concentrate on grassroots implementation, with a focus on urban design quality, sustainability, and equitable access. President of the NIA Arc. Mobolaji A. Adeniyi said this in an interview with LEADERSHIP correspondent in Abuja, after […]
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), in its recently released Insurtech Guidelines, barred Insurtech firms from ineligible insurance businesses, such as oil and Gas Insurance, Marine and Aviation Insurance, Retirement Life Assurance, and insuring Government Assets and Liabilities for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The operational guidelines, issued by the regulator last Wednesday, took effect on […]
UAC of Nigeria (UACN) Plc has reported a revenue of N110.4 billion, reflecting robust consumer demand and sustained commercial momentum across its key operating segments. The company’s half-year (H1) results for the period ended June 30, 2025, reaffirmed its long-term growth strategy. The Group reported strong topline growth, with revenue rising by 33 per cent […]
Founder of Tomorrow’s Women Development Organisation (TWDO), Dr. Chinyere Ezenwokike, has launched a groundbreaking book titled “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria: Enhancing Access to Finance, Effective Interventions and Addressing Key Challenges.” The publication is hailed as a significant contribution to the field of gender and development, focusing on dismantling the barriers that hinder women’s access […]
A former assistant to a far-right member of the European Parliament has gone on trial accused of spying for China.
The US government has proposed charging some visitors a bond of up to $15,000 to enter the country.
The federal government has hinted at plans to scale up the Special Agro–Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) programme to 27 additional states across Nigeria by the first quarter of 2026. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this during the groundbreaking ceremony of the SAPZ project in Ijaiye, Ibadan, Oyo State. Represented by the minister of Agriculture and […]
The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has hailed the D’Tigress’ historic fifth consecutive FIBA Africa Women’s Championship title as a testament to the nation’s sporting resurgence. In an official statement released on Monday, the Minister described the victory as not just another trophy, but a clear signal that Nigeria’s golden […]