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Insecurity: Dabiri-Erewa warns Nigerians against risky migration

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A senior Nigerian official warns that dangerous, illegal migration is a severe national crisis, citing over 7,000 citizens stranded in Iraq and a 1-in-24 mortality risk for migrants in Libya. The core insight is that citizens are catastrophically misallocating vital resources—like medical funds—toward these perilous journeys, returning with nothing. The solution requires a societal shift to invest in and “water” opportunities within Nigeria itself, coupled with government and institutional collaboration for repatriation and prevention

General News

UNDP, Kwara empower 30 youth innovators

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The Young Africa Innovates (YAI) programme, a UNDP and MasterCard Foundation partnership, is a strategic initiative that identifies, incubates, and funds youth-led innovations to solve pressing local problems—from climate solutions to inclusive fintech—thereby driving socio-economic development. By focusing on marginalized and rural communities, including people with disabilities, the program unlocks grassroots talent and provides critical mentorship, training, and seed funding to scale these community-specific ventures. This approach recognizes that true innovation is not merely

Education

UNIPASS begins operations in Nigeria, pledges wider access to education

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UNIPASS has launched in Nigeria with a dual-mission strategy: to provide secure, transparent pathways for Nigerian students seeking international education while simultaneously working to attract foreign students to Nigerian institutions. Its unique value proposition lies in mitigating the risks of unregulated overseas study programs and actively reversing the traditional brain drain by promoting Nigeria as a competitive educational destination. The organization will leverage strategic local partnerships and targeted scholarships, including for people with disabilities, to democratize access. Ultimately, UNIPASS aims to elevate Nigeria’s

Business

Detty December: International Breweries expands footprint in Nigerian market with new product

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International Breweries Plc is strategically expanding its Nigerian footprint with the launch of Budweiser Royale, a premium beer engineered for the local market with a 6% ABV, bold flavor, and smooth finish. The launch is a calculated move to capture affluent consumers during the key festive season, positioning the product as a symbol of confidence and achievement aligned with modern Nigerian lifestyles. Beyond the product itself, the company is investing in exclusive experiential marketing to cement its premium identity while emphasizing a commitment to responsible

Defence/Security

COAS inaugurates key infrastructure projects at Lagbaja Cantonment, Lagos

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The Nigerian Army is strategically leveraging private-sector partnerships to enhance military effectiveness through improved troop welfare. Key infrastructure projects, including a brigade headquarters and recreational facilities funded by corporations like First Bank and Airpeace, are framed as critical investments in soldier morale and professionalism. This initiative underscores a holistic command philosophy that links operational efficiency directly to personnel wellbeing and environmental sustainability. The approach demonstrates a modern model for military capacity-building, where corporate collaboration addresses both infrastructural and human capital needs.

Economy/Business

Tinubu’s reforms stabilised Nigeria’s economy, engendered development — Nasarawa SSG

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A senior Nasarawa State official asserts that Nigeria’s economy is stabilizing due to President Tinubu’s politically difficult reforms, with the fuel subsidy removal cited as the pivotal, high-impact decision. This policy has directly increased federal allocations to states, enabling previously unattainable infrastructure projects like hospitals, interchanges, and flyovers. The administration’s broader fiscal and security measures are credited with stabilizing the foreign exchange market and improving national security. Consequently, state governments are leveraging this enhanced revenue to align with and

Economy/Business

FEC okays industrial policy, N58bn for 200 NADDC EVs

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The Nigerian government has approved a comprehensive industrial policy and a series of major investments to drive economic diversification and industrial growth. Key actions include a significant ₦58 billion investment in 200 electric buses to boost the automotive sector and a new national industrial framework to unlock stalled engagement with development partners. These moves are strategically aligned with positioning Nigeria within the African Continental Free Trade Area, further emphasized by securing the hosting rights for the Intra-African Trade Fair. This coordinated push signals a clear commitment to transitioning from policy to

Environment

Ex-Head of Service seeks review of Nigeria’s EIA law

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A senior expert calls for a critical overhaul of Nigeria’s 33-year-old Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) law, arguing its outdated framework fails to address modern environmental challenges and hampers sustainable development. He advocates for a dual update to both the legal content and its practical application to enhance compliance, transparency, and alignment with global standards. Notably, the proposal includes expanding the EIA’s role beyond project approval to become a broader instrument for societal well-being and governance. This modernization is presented as an urgent

General News

Copyright commission inaugurates ‘Annual Copyright Dialogue ‘

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The Nigerian Copyright Commission has relaunched its premier policy forum as the “Annual Copyright Dialogue,” signaling a strategic shift to reinvigorate national copyright culture through expert collaboration and media engagement. A core insight is the commission’s recognition of the media as the essential interpreter for the public, directly linking informed reporting to the growth of the creative economy. This is operationalized by the introduction of the ‘Ekpo Prize for Innovative Copyright Reporting,’ which incentivizes journalistic excellence to shape public understanding and policy. Ultimately,

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