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General News

Hamzat, stakeholders call on Nigerians abroad to support nation-building

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Nigerian leaders are making a strategic pivot, urging the diaspora to shift from being critics to becoming active, solution-oriented investors and entrepreneurs within the country. They argue that while challenges persist, the current environment offers more structured opportunities than ever before, especially in states like Lagos. A key insight from successful returnees is that success hinges on a disciplined focus on creating tangible value and building trust, not merely on securing funding. Ultimately, this call to action frames national development as a partnership, where

Agriculture

Ogun Assembly passes agricultural land management bill 

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Ogun State has established a new Agricultural Land Management Agency, mandated to implement a structured framework (FRILIA) for responsible and inclusive agricultural investment. This pivotal legislation aims to transform land governance by providing clear, equitable guidelines for allocation and management to attract sustainable development. The bill’s unanimous, bipartisan passage signals strong political will to formalize and optimize the state’s agricultural sector. Its success now hinges on effective execution and the Governor’s assent to unlock its potential for economic growth and food security.

Community

Foundation donates N10m to Gombe market fire victims

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A major fire at Gombe Timber Market has prompted a significant humanitarian response, with the Velocity Humanitarian Foundation donating N10 million to aid over 60 affected traders. Beyond the immediate financial relief, the incident has catalyzed a crucial preventive measure: the market association is now procuring a dedicated transformer to be powered down after hours, directly addressing the electrical cause to prevent future disasters. This highlights how catastrophic events can spur both essential charity and vital systemic improvements for community resilience. The foundation’s intervention underscores the critical

Aviation

NCAA certifies Kano, Port Harcourt airports

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Nigeria’s aviation authority has certified two major international airports, marking a critical step in enhancing national aviation safety and global competitiveness. This certification is a substantive safety endorsement that lowers insurance costs and boosts investor confidence, directly supporting the country’s broader economic agenda. With four of its five international airports now certified, Nigeria demonstrates a strengthened regulatory commitment to meeting global operational standards. This systematic upgrade of infrastructure and procedures is designed to sustainably grow the aviation sector and the national economy.

Defence/Security

NSCDC to regulate scrap dealers, intensify crackdown on infrastructure vandalism in Edo

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State is implementing a new regulatory framework for scrap metal dealers starting in 2026 to combat the rampant vandalism of critical infrastructure. This strategic move directly links unregulated scrap trading to severe economic and security threats, including the destruction of power, water, and telecommunications assets. The agency will employ a dual strategy of stakeholder education and stringent enforcement, including inspections and intelligence-led operations, to ensure compliance. The core objective is to transform the

Economy/Business

Multiple budget implementation to end in March 2026-Tinubu

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President Bola Tinubu has announced a definitive end to Nigeria’s problematic system of multiple, overlapping budgets, setting a hard deadline of March 31, 2026, to fully fund and close all prior capital liabilities. From April 2026, the nation will transition to a single, consolidated annual budget supported by a unified revenue cycle, aiming to eliminate abandoned projects, unpaid contracts, and fiscal inefficiency. This structural reform, framed within a N58.18 trillion “Budget of Consolidation,

Economy/Business

KACCIMA urges FG to resolve Dangote refinery dispute, warns of economic setback

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A leading Nigerian business chamber warns that the unresolved dispute between the government and the Dangote Refinery poses a severe, multi-faceted economic threat. They argue that operational disruptions could trigger massive job losses, directly fueling the nation’s insecurity crisis, while also undermining investor confidence. The chamber frames the stalemate as economic sabotage and rejects claims of monopolistic intent, urging the government to prioritize transparency and support for critical indigenous industries. Their core demand is for urgent federal intervention to resolve the impasse and

Environment

Adamawa trains 100 cooperative members on briquettes production

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The Adamawa government is implementing a strategic waste-to-wealth initiative by training 100 cooperative members to produce biomass briquettes, directly tackling poverty, deforestation, and energy scarcity in one integrated program. This intervention provides a cleaner energy alternative to curb tree-cutting, empowers rural economies through job creation, and includes starter packs to ensure practical launch. Crucially, the model is designed for exponential impact by mandating trainees to “step down” the skills within their local communities, transforming a single training into a

Education

Sani boosts teachers’ welfare, extends retirement age to 65, approves rural allowance

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Governor Uba Sani has enacted a transformative policy to elevate Kaduna’s education system by significantly enhancing teacher welfare and retention. The reform extends the retirement age to 65 and service years to 40, directly retaining critical expertise in classrooms, while a new rural allowance incentivizes postings to underserved communities. This strategic investment recognizes experienced teachers as the cornerstone of educational quality and student outcomes. By aligning with national law and prioritizing human capital, the administration aims to boost motivation, stabilize the workforce, and

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