Ohanaeze Launches N85m Igbo Cultural Renaissance Drive
Ohanaeze Ndigbo announces N35m for Igbo studies chairs & N50m for new development bodies. New Enugu HQ nears completion. Leaders call for unity and global cultural projection.
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Trump's Nigeria Threat: The Real Motives Behind Military Talk
Analysis: Trump's threat of military action in Nigeria echoes imperial 'white man's burden.' We examine three real motives: rare-earth minerals, evangelical voters, and racist grievances. Read more.
Kaduna 2026 Budget: N100m Allocated to Each Ward
Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.
Lagos, NIOB Partner on Physical Planning and Development
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
China's Rare Earths Mining Boom in Jiangxi Province
Explore how China's secretive rare earth mining in Jiangxi fuels global tech and defense, shaping trade wars and forcing EU and US to seek alternatives. Discover the strategic power buried in red soil.
Lagos School Honoured for Academic and Behavioural Standards
Pricon College in Lagos receives a prestigious award from the Solid Family Counseling Foundation for its outstanding academic performance and promotion of good behaviour and empathy among students.
UAE's $1bn AI for Development Initiative Targets Africa
The UAE has launched a $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative to finance AI projects in Africa, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure, government services, and productivity across the continent.
FG Launches Working Group for Regional Development
The Ministry of Regional Development has inaugurated a Core Working Group to coordinate policies and promote inclusive growth across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. Learn about the strategy.
Zamfara Gov Launches 10-Year State Development Plan
Governor Dauda Lawal unveils Zamfara's first comprehensive 10-year development roadmap, focusing on six key pillars to transform the state's economy and security. Read the full plan.
DR Congo Peace Deal Signed, Implementation in Doubt
A new peace deal for DR Congo was signed in Washington, but intense fighting continues in the east. Can this agreement, focused on minerals and a ceasefire, bring lasting peace?
Anambra Harnesses Minerals for Economic Growth
Anambra State ramps up efforts to harness its vast mineral resources for industrial growth. Officials cite illegal mining as a major challenge causing revenue loss. Discover the plan for sustainable development.
Trump signs Rwanda-DRC peace deal as fighting rages
US President Donald Trump hosts leaders of Rwanda and DR Congo to sign a peace and economic deal, despite intense fighting continuing in eastern DRC. Read the full story.
Trump brokers Rwanda-DRC peace pact as fighting continues
US President Donald Trump brings together Rwanda's Kagame and DRC's Tshisekedi to sign a peace accord. The deal, amid ongoing clashes, aims to unlock access to critical minerals like cobalt in the conflict-ridden eastern DRC.
NACETEM Plans Tech Training for 1 Million Nigerians
NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create a skilled workforce for a knowledge-driven economy. Learn more about this tran
NACETEM Plans Tech Training for 1 Million Nigerians
NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create income opportunities.
NRC and SWDC to Revive Southwest Rail Routes
Nigerian Railway Corporation collaborates with Southwest Development Commission to operationalize unserviced railway routes, boost regional connectivity and economic growth in Southwest states.
China's Rare Earth Control Shapes US Trade Relations
China's decades-long strategy to dominate rare earth minerals gives Beijing crucial leverage in ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. Discover how this impacts global technology and defense sectors.
Workshop Aims to Solve Mining Finance Challenges
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.
EU-Africa Summit: Trade, Minerals & Ukraine Talks
European and African leaders gather in Angola for crucial talks on trade, critical minerals and security cooperation amid US-European rift over Ukraine peace plan. Read more.
EU-Africa Summit: Trade, Minerals & Ukraine Talks
European and African leaders gather in Angola for critical talks on trade, minerals and Ukraine crisis. Discover how this summit reshapes continental partnerships.
Nigeria pushes for fair mineral trade at G20
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.
Tinubu Calls for Fair Mineral Trade, AI Ethics at G20
President Tinubu advocates for equitable mineral benefits, AI governance, and financial reforms at G20 Summit. Nigeria pushes for value addition and ethical technology standards.
G20 South Africa Declaration: Minerals, Debt, Climate
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.
Nigeria Drives Solid Minerals Growth at 2025 Summit
Nigeria's government outlines bold reforms for the solid minerals sector at the 2025 AGJEC/GGCE Summit, focusing on value addition, job creation, and empowering women and youth in mining.
Akume: NCDC to Bridge North-Central Development Gaps
SGF George Akume urges North-Central leaders to support new development commission addressing regional disparities. Federal Government initiative aims to boost cohesion and welfare.
Tinubu addressing Niger Delta development and security
President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda is delivering tangible results in the Niger Delta through strategic development initiatives and enhanced security measures. Learn how the administration is transforming the region.
Regional Development Agencies Fail Despite Billions
Nigeria's regional development agencies like NDDC and NEDC continue to underperform despite massive funding. New oversight model proposed to democratize operations and ensure accountability for better results.
Mining Marshals Boost Capacity to Crush Illegal Mining
Minister Alake reveals plans to enhance Mining Marshals' logistics to combat illegal mining nationwide, reclaim 90 sites, and boost revenue to N26bn. Read more.
G7 Talks: Ukraine Aid & Critical Minerals on Agenda
G7 foreign ministers meet in Canada to address funding for Ukraine's war effort and counter China's dominance in critical mineral supply chains. Key global partners join the talks.
Kogi Community Celebrates New Access to Clean Water
Residents of a rural Kogi community rejoice as new borehole project ends decades of water scarcity, bringing hope and improved health to families.
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