Air Force Officer Arrested for Transporting Weapons
Troops and NDLEA operatives detain an Air Force member, ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai, caught with firearms en route to Abuja. Investigation reveals police connections. Read the full report.
Category : Search result: weapons manufacturing
Air Force Officer Arrested with Weapons in Kogi
Nigerian troops arrest Air Force personnel ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai transporting illegal weapons to Abuja. Suspect claims police connections in shocking security breach.
VAT hits N2.06 trillion in Q2 2025, 7th consecutive rise
Nigeria's VAT collections surge to N2.06 trillion in Q2 2025, recording seventh consecutive quarterly growth since economic reforms. Manufacturing leads sectoral contributions with 27.19% share.
West Africa Industrial Summit Set for March 2026 in Lagos
The WA-IMT Summit in Lagos from March 3-5, 2026 will drive regional integration and sustainable industrial growth across West Africa. Join industry leaders!
German Business Confidence Falls in November 2025
German business sentiment declines to 88.1 points as companies lose faith in government reforms. Manufacturing and construction sectors hit hardest amid economic concerns.
Delta State Seeks ₦1bn BOI Loan for Industrial Growth
Delta State Government plans to secure ₦1 billion loan from Bank of Industry to accelerate industrialisation and technology-driven manufacturing. Learn how this initiative will transform the state's economy.
Manufacturers Spend N676.6bn on Power Generators
Nigerian manufacturers spent N676.6 billion on alternative energy in H1 2025 as poor power supply cripples operations. MAN warns of job losses and demands government intervention.
Adeyemi convicted for illegal weapons possession
Nigerian-born German star Karim Adeyemi faces €450,000 fine and DFB sanctions after being convicted for possessing illegal weapons. Read full details about the scandal.
MAN: High Energy Costs, Taxes Hurt Niger Delta Factories
MAN highlights crippling energy costs and multiple taxes hindering Niger Delta manufacturing. The association urges a blue economy focus for sustainable industrial growth. Read more.
Nigeria Tells UN to Stop 'Naming and Shaming' on Security
Nigeria urges international community against 'naming and shaming' over security challenges. Envoy highlights illicit weapons impact on Sahel region. Read full details.
Samsung Plans $310 Billion AI Investment Over 5 Years
Samsung announces massive $310 billion investment to power AI expansion, including new semiconductor plants and data centers. Discover how this impacts global tech landscape.
Nigeria Baking Crisis: 80,000 Bakeries Shut Down
Nigeria's baking industry faces collapse as over 80,000 bakeries closed since 2020 due to high production costs, energy crisis, and insecurity. Learn how this affects jobs and bread prices.
Venezuela Plans Guerrilla War Against US Military Threat
Leaked documents reveal Venezuela preparing guerrilla warfare and street chaos strategy against potential US military operation. Maduro government admits military weakness.
Alstom's Profits Surge on Global Rail Demand
French rail giant Alstom posts a net income of €220 million in H1 2025-2026, driven by strong global demand for trains and infrastructure. Revenue growth forecast upgraded.
Steel & Defence Ministries Sign Military Hardware MOU
Nigeria's Ministry of Steel Development and Ministry of Defence sign landmark agreement for military hardware production at Ajaokuta Steel Company, boosting national security and local manufacturing.
Northern Industries Back 15% Power Tariff Hike
Major northern industrial associations endorse new electricity tariff, citing long-term economic benefits despite initial cost concerns for manufacturers and households.
Beta Glass Invests ₦85M in Nigerian Communities
Leading glass and packaging manufacturer Beta Glass PLC has made significant investments in community development while generating massive economic value for Nigeria's economy through job creation and local content.
IVM Boss: Banking Bottlenecks Hurt Nigerian Manufacturers
IVM's Managing Director Mitchell Elegbe advocates for strengthened local content policy while highlighting banking sector challenges crippling Nigerian manufacturers' competitiveness.
Imo State Revives Aluminium Company with ₦500M
Imo State Government injects ₦500 million to resuscitate the moribund Inyishi Aluminium Company, creating jobs and boosting local manufacturing in Southeast Nigeria.
Nigeria gets €6.3M EU-UNICEF health production deal
Federal Government partners with European Union and UNICEF in groundbreaking €6.3 million initiative to boost local manufacturing of essential health commodities and reduce import dependency.
Nigeria signs €6.3M health production deal with EU-UNICEF
Federal Government signs landmark agreement to strengthen local manufacturing of essential health commodities, reducing import dependency and creating jobs.
Northern Industrialists Support 15% Electricity Tariff Hike
Major northern industrial groups endorse controversial electricity tariff increase, arguing it will stabilize Nigeria's power sector and attract critical investment despite consumer concerns.
German Steel Industry Faces Major Crisis and Job Cuts
Germany's once-powerful steel industry confronts an uncertain future as high energy costs and global competition threaten thousands of jobs and factory operations across the nation.
Nigeria to Privatize Refineries in Historic Agreement
In a groundbreaking move to revitalize Nigeria's oil sector, the Federal Government and manufacturers have agreed to privatize the Port Harcourt refinery and other national refineries, promising to end fuel import dependency.
Putin Orders Nuclear Test Plans After Trump Remarks
In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Vladimir Putin has ordered preparations to restart nuclear testing in direct response to Donald Trump's recent statements, raising global security concerns.
CAP Plc Advocates Sustainable Paint Manufacturing in Nigeria
Chemical and Allied Products Plc leads Nigeria's paint industry toward safer, environmentally conscious manufacturing practices while maintaining quality standards.
German Factory Orders Decline in June 2024
Germany's factory orders unexpectedly fell in June 2024, raising concerns about Europe's largest economy. Latest data shows manufacturing sector struggles continue.
Edo State to Begin Local Drug Production in 2026
Edo State announces groundbreaking pharmaceutical manufacturing initiative to produce essential medicines locally by 2026, reducing import dependency and creating thousands of jobs.
Edo Police Arrest Two With Illegal Firearms
Edo State Police apprehend two individuals in possession of prohibited firearms during intelligence-led operation. Security forces intensify crackdown on illegal weapons proliferation.
Germany Slashes Industrial Power Costs from 2025
German government announces significant electricity price cuts for industries starting January 2025, offering relief to manufacturers amid economic challenges.
Page 2 of 3