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North Korea's Kim Orders More Missile Factories for 2026

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed officials to boost missile production and build new factories to meet military demands. This move comes amid closer ties with Russia and increased regional tensions. Read the full analysis.

Cross River SAPZ to Empower 20,000 Beneficiaries

Cross River State aims to train 20,000 farmers in climate-smart agriculture, with 60% slots for youths, boosting cocoa, rice & cassava value chains. Learn how this initiative will transform the state's economy.

Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net

As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.

600 Graduate from WACTpreneur Programme in Rivers

APM Terminals' WACT has graduated 600 new entrepreneurs from Onne and Ogu communities after six months of intensive training, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development and economic growth in Rivers State.

SAHCO Honoured as Best SIWES Employer 2025 by ITF

Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc receives the 'Best Employer in SIWES Student Acceptance 2025' award from the Industrial Training Fund for its commitment to training Nigerian students. Read more.

NIPRD Flags Nigeria's Reliance on One WHO Antimalarial

NIPRD warns Nigeria's reliance on a single WHO-prequalified antimalarial limits local manufacturing. The institute trains pharma firms to tap into the $161m global market, urging tax reliefs and incentives.

NSIA's 2025 Review: $3B Assets, Key Projects

Nigeria's Sovereign Wealth Fund, NSIA, surpasses $3 billion in assets in 2025, launching major projects in healthcare, renewable energy, and tech innovation. Read the full review of a year of progress.

Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050

Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.

Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden

Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.

Kebbi Govt Downplays Insecurity, Woos Investors

Kebbi State Government assures investors of a stable environment for business, highlighting strong regulations and key sectors like energy and agriculture. Dr. Mohamed Kamba says insecurity is exaggerated.

UAE invests $6bn in Africa's tourism sector

The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.

ECN DG Launches 3-Day Digital Transformation Programme

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has launched a 3-day capacity-building programme to upgrade its ICT infrastructure and staff skills, aligning with the Federal Government's digital transformation agenda. Read more.

FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers

The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.

FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets

The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt

Nigeria Expands SIYB Training to Fight Unemployment

Nigeria's Labour Ministry and the ILO have certified over 25 new SIYB trainers to boost entrepreneurship and tackle unemployment, informality, and underemployment, especially among youth and women.

France's FEF-OSC Programme Empowers Nigerian Women

The French Embassy launches a landmark gender equality initiative in Nigeria, co-created with local CSOs, achieving a 4.3 Social Return on Investment. Discover how this model project works.

TikTok to Block Under-16s in Australia from Dec 10

TikTok will comply with Australia's new social media ban for under-16s starting December 10. The law, a world-first, imposes heavy fines. Read how this affects Nigerian youth and global policy.

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