FG Unveils Skilled Workforce Initiative to Boost Growth  

Onitsha, Nigeria  —  The Federal Government has introduced a specialized workforce development initiative aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s industrial sector, particularly in metallurgy and steel production. Speaking at the inauguration of a Boot Camp Training Programme at the Metallurgical Training Institute (MTI), Onitsha, Dr. Chris Isokpunwu, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Steel Development, underscored…

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Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price Again by ₦65

Lagos, Nigeria  —   Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has implemented another price reduction on petrol, marking the second adjustment within a month. In a statement released Wednesday in Lagos, the company’s Head of Media Communications, Anthony Echiejina, announced a ₦65 per litre cut, lowering the ex-depot price from ₦890 to ₦825 per litre. This follows…

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Osinbajo, Awosika to Speak at Exponential Conference 2025

Lagos, Nigeria — The Exponential Conference 2025, a premier gathering of global ministry and marketplace leaders, is set to inspire transformative leadership with its dynamic lineup of speakers. The organizers confirmed the participation of former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, alongside other distinguished figures, in the highly anticipated event scheduled to take place in Lagos…

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Skills Development Key to Economic Growth, Says Minister

Ibadan, Nigeria  — Minister of Education, Dr. Marufu Alausa, has emphasized that skill acquisition is now more critical than ever in driving economic growth and social development, urging greater investment in technical and vocational training. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Technical Teachers and Instructors Training Workshop in Ibadan, the minister stressed the importance…

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FG Calls for Stronger Economic Ties with China

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on China to ease trade restrictions and strengthen economic collaboration to drive industrialization and diversification. This appeal was made by Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, during a meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, in Abuja. Highlighting over five…

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House of Reps Investigates NNPCL, Firms Over Unpaid Debts

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has opened an investigation into outstanding debts owed to the Federation Account by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and several oil firms. The probe was initiated following concerns raised by the Office of the Auditor General for the Federation, highlighting unresolved financial…

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FG, UK Partner to Boost Rice Production with SRI

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Federal Government, in collaboration with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), is intensifying efforts to enhance rice production through the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), aiming to increase yields, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and boost smallholder farmer incomes. Key agricultural stakeholders gathered at a Propcom+ knowledge-sharing event to assess…

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NEITI, TETFund Strengthen Partnership to Boost Tax Compliance

Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) have reinforced their commitment to improving tax compliance, transparency, and data accessibility to enhance funding for Nigeria’s education sector. During a courtesy visit by TETFund’s management to NEITI House in Abuja, Executive Secretaries Dr. Orji Ogbonnaya Orji (NEITI)…

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Senate Seeks N10bn Allocation to Boost Capital Market Literacy

Abuja, Nigeria—The Senate Committee on the Capital Market has urged the Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, to approve a special allocation of N10 billion to enhance literacy and investor confidence in Nigeria’s capital market. The appeal was made during an[ez-toc] interactive session with the Minister of Finance and the Director-General of the Securities and…

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Nigeria, Venezuela Strengthen Partnership on Mining actions

Cape Town, South Africa  — Nigeria and Venezuela have announced plans to collaborate on investment opportunities in the mining sector, reinforcing their commitment to economic diversification and sustainable resource development. The agreement was reached following high-level discussions between a Venezuelan delegation led by Deputy Minister of Mining, Alejandro Martinez, and Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals…

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Dangote Refinery Exports Fuel to Cameroon

Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery, has achieved a historic milestone by exporting its first batch of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Cameroon, in partnership with Neptune Oil. This marks the refinery’s inaugural international shipment and a significant step toward regional energy integration. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to fostering economic ties between Nigeria…

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Nasarawa Workers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Minimum Wage

Civil servants in Nasarawa State have embarked on an indefinite strike following the state government’s failure to implement the N70,000 national minimum wage recently signed into law by the federal government. Led by organized labour unions, workers shut down ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) across the state to press their demands. Chanting solidarity songs, union…

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Lekki Textile SEZ to Create 5,000 Jobs, Says NEPZA  

The Lekki Textile and Garment Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Lagos State is projected to generate approximately 5,000 direct jobs and over 20,000 indirect employment opportunities upon completion, according to Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, Managing Director of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA). Dr. Ogunyemi made this known during the disbursement of compensation to seven…

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Bauchi Government Inaugurates Technical Committee on New Minimum Wage Implementation

The Bauchi State government, in collaboration with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has inaugurated an 11-member tripartite technical committee to finalize the implementation of the national minimum wage for civil servants in the state. Speaking to reporters after the State Executive Council meeting, NLC Chairman Comrade Dauda Shu’aibu announced…

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Kano State to Lead in Implementing New Minimum Wage, Governor Yusuf Announces

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced that the state will be the first to implement the new minimum wage of N70,000. The governor made this statement during a workshop on “Conflict Management for Harmonious Industrial Labour Relations” hosted by the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS) in Kaduna. Represented by Abdullahi…

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