…of attracting private investment. “Our job as government is to create the enabling environment for investments to thrive,” he said. The Vice President emphasised collaboration as central to the commission’s effectiveness, urging it to work closely with state governments across the South-West, traditional institutions,…

…of climate change, which it said had contributed to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ede Yakubu, disclosed this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Lafia, the state capital. Yakubu said the ban was introduced be…

…and vice-chairmen of the six area councils to activate sanitary inspectors for improved environmental sanitation. He described proper waste disposal and regular drainage maintenance as essential measures for reducing flood risks. Community leaders urged the agency to prioritise preventive measures and structural interv…

…last week that during testing, the models powering the agent broke out of their confined environment and connected to the internet to find ways to infiltrate Hugging Face. In the company’s update of the events leading to the hack, OpenAI said it found a handful of instances where the AI models came across login details…

…ensuring that businesses operate in a fair, transparent, and predictable regulatory environment,” he said. Earlier, the General Manager of LASCOPA, Afolabi Sholebo, maintained that the gathering signalled a shared conviction that the marketplace must be fair, transparent, and worthy of consumers’ trust. “Today is not m…

…that while mining has economic potential, it must be conducted in line with safety, environmental and legal standards. According to the union, it had received complaints from residents over alleged destruction of farmland, public infrastructure and concerns about the reported use of hazardous chemicals near water sourc…

…Jimoh Gabi, explained that the commission was established to address the developmental, environmental and socio-economic challenges confronting hydropower-producing communities. The managing director listed the commission’s areas of intervention to include housing, healthcare, education, agriculture, water supply, envi…

•Urges more predictable regulatory environment By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital infrastructure and creates a more predictable regulato…

…including officials of the Ogun State Safety Office, State Fire Service, Ministries of Environment, Physical Planning and Urban Development, Works and Infrastructure, the Nigeria Police Force and the Ifo Local Government Water and Environmental Sanitation Department, immediately mobilised to the scene. He noted that co…

…examined strategies to improve safety standards in the state’s rapidly expanding built environment. The forum, themed “Safe Building, Protected Workforce,” brought together facility managers, occupational safety experts and professional bodies to strengthen collaboration on building safety and regulatory compliance. Sp…

…a primary healthcare centre renovated. The administration further said it strengthened environmental sanitation by acquiring a heavy-duty refuse truck and 10 waste collection tricycles, alongside routine desilting of drainage channels to reduce flooding in parts of the council area. Other initiatives highlighted includ…

…would enable its members to continue their legitimate businesses in a safe and secure environment. MACBAN reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful coexistence, respect for the rule of law, and collaboration with governments, host communities and security agencies to promote peace, security and national unity. The post Two…

…illegal substances are brought to justice. Together, we can build a safer and healthier environment for current and future generations,” Ofoyeju added.

Lagos task force arrests 33 suspected criminals, drug peddlers The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Unit has arrested 33 suspects during a coordinated enforcement operation targeting criminal activities across parts of the state. The raids took place in Ikate Bus Stop, Marwa Bus Stop, Muri O…

…education due to poor early identification of learning difficulties, inaccessible school environments and inadequate teacher preparation. To reverse the trend, Garba said UBEC has developed three strategic national instruments that would standardise inclusive education and strengthen support for learners with disabilit…

…Commission, PenCom. Financial analysts said the development is driven by high interest environment in the financial market and sustained Federal Government (FG) borrowings. The total pension Net Assets Value, NAV increased by 27.1%, YoY, to N31.322 trillion in May 2026 from N24.654 trillion in the corresponding period…

…would not be enough to tackle the country’s growing security challenges. “The security environment in Nigeria has changed significantly. We are no longer dealing with conventional threats alone. “Terrorism, banditry, communal violence, kidnapping and transnational criminal activities require highly trained and speciali…

…Iran and Oman to collect reasonable service fees for maritime security and environmental protection. The framework mirrors mechanisms used in the Strait of Malacca, where coastal states charge passing vessels for specific maritime services. Alternatively, collected revenues could be directed into a joint fund overseen…

…development blueprint requires stronger institutions and a more enabling business environment for enterprises to thrive. “Our discussions should focus on developing practical recommendations that will support harmonised policies, improve access to finance, enhance digital transformation, facilitate intra-regional trade…

…dumping of refuse. “We are also making our plans working with the Ministry of Environment and the Edo Waste Management Board to see how we can implement stiff measures for those offenders or defaulters. “Another area where we are also working is with the Ministry of Physical Planning because we have seen majority of ou…

…indicating that inadequate early identification of disabilities, inaccessible learning environments and limited teacher preparedness remain major obstacles to inclusive education globally. According to her, UBEC has developed three strategic national instruments to address these challenges, noting that the National Spe…

…other sectors of the economy. "With the right push, the right resources and the right environment, young entrepreneurs can compete on the world stage," she said, adding that the same level of excellence exists in agriculture, information and communications technology (ICT), fashion, healthcare and other industries.She…

…to visibility, camera positioning and the way housemates naturally interact within the environment.

…of waste at an unauthorised location on Friday, July 24, in violation of Lagos State environmental laws. According to him, the suspect was arraigned before the Magistrate's Court sitting in Bolade, Oshodi, where he pleaded guilty to the offence. The court subsequently convicted and sentenced him to four weeks' imprison…

…core states to drive the country’s transition to a circular economy, citing its environmental sustainability initiatives and climate change programmes. The recognition places Ogun among the states implementing Project 220145 Component 2, which is designed to advance Nigeria’s green and just transition to net-zero emiss…