Indigenous contractors block the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, demanding payment of N760 billion for completed 2024 projects. The protest disrupts government activities as financial distress deepens.
The Bank of Industry disbursed over ₦1.27 trillion across 14 sectors in 2024, supporting 900,000 jobs. The bank is expanding green finance and renewable energy investments to drive Nigeria's industrial transformation.
President Bola Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa as the new Minister of Defence. Read the full details and implications of this key security appointment.
President Bola Tinubu is reportedly set to appoint former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as the new Defence Minister following the resignation of Mohammed Badaru Abubakar on health grounds. This comes amid a national security emergency.
Nigeria's Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned from President Tinubu's cabinet on health grounds. Get the full details and official statement here.
The CPPE warns that the Senate's plan to increase excise duty on non-alcoholic drinks is economically disruptive and threatens jobs. They urge its withdrawal. Read more.
African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.
NADF signs MoU with Leadway Assurance and Verdure Climate to provide insurance packages for agricultural loans, enhancing climate resilience for smallholder farmers across Nigeria.
Nigeria's Health Minister Prof. Ali Pate joins CSOs urging Senate to replace fixed ₦10/litre SSB tax with percentage-based levy to curb rising diabetes, obesity rates and fund healthcare.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami summoned by EFCC for questioning. The ex-minister pledges transparency and vows to make investigation details public. Read latest developments.
Leading commercial banks unite behind MMC 7.0 to mobilize capital for African entrepreneurs. Join the event on Dec 4-5 in Lagos to unlock funding opportunities.
The Federal Government launches REVOP, a tech-driven revenue system to eliminate financial leakages and ensure real-time tracking of all public funds for national development.
Nigeria's Defence Minister explains military strategy against bandits, revealing known locations but civilian safety concerns. Investigation ongoing into Kebbi school attack.
OPay, Nigeria's top fintech firm, secures two major awards for financial crime prevention and governance, reinforcing its commitment to a secure digital finance ecosystem for millions.
Sahara Group urges scaling nature-based solutions at COP30 to unlock climate finance and boost Africa's resilience. Learn about their Adopt-a-Forest initiative.
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
Nigeria's largest trading event, Traders Fair 2026, is coming to Lagos on April 10, 2026. Join for expert seminars, networking, and a chance to win prizes. Register now!
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
ORDF and SMDF will host a workshop on Dec 9, 2025 in Abuja to address mining sector funding gaps and develop a sustainable finance framework for Nigeria's economic growth.
ORDF Chairman Uba Saidu Malami says Nigeria's mining sector holds immense economic potential if funding and data transparency gaps are addressed. Workshop scheduled for December 9 in Abuja.
COP30 climate summit in Brazil concludes without a fossil fuel phase-out agreement, leaving vulnerable nations disheartened. African groups demand climate justice.
COP30 concludes with $1.3 trillion annual climate finance target by 2035 but fails to adopt fossil fuel transition roadmap. Key outcomes include adaptation funding tripling and just transition mechanism.
COP30 concludes with historic $1.3 trillion annual climate finance commitment by 2035, but fails to deliver fossil fuels transition roadmap. Key outcomes for Nigeria analyzed.
Federal Government unveils National Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy to boost sector value from $32bn to $74bn by 2035, aiming to create jobs and ensure food security.
Global leaders react to COP30 climate agreement in Brazil. Mixed responses emerge as deal faces praise and criticism. Key outcomes and future implications analyzed.
COP30 climate summit in Belem concluded with agreements on fossil fuels, adaptation finance, and methane emissions. Learn about the global climate progress made.
Nigeria urges G20 leaders to back a global framework for fair critical mineral trade and ethical AI standards. VP Shettima represented President Tinubu, calling for value addition in Africa.
The G20 summit in South Africa endorsed a declaration focusing on critical minerals, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations. Discover the key outcomes.
UN climate summit in Brazil concludes with diluted agreement on fossil fuels. EU accepts voluntary measures as developing nations demand more climate finance. Read the full analysis.
Defence Minister Badaru attends Dubai Airshow with presidential approval while security agencies work on kidnapped students' safe return. Government maintains security response.