…partnerships. According to him, governments should identify commercially viable infrastructure projects and offer them to private investors rather than financing them through additional borrowing. Market analysts predict that any significant reversal in Federal Government bond yields is highly unlikely to occur before…

…complemented Federal Government efforts through strategic investments in critical infrastructure across the state. According to him, since the inception of the administration over seven years ago, the state has executed several federal infrastructure projects despite receiving no financial mobilisation or reimbursement…

…failing drainage systems, and rethink the entire flood management strategy. This is an infrastructure emergency, not just a sanitation issue.” Another X user, Mr Stephen, said the flooding was the result of years of poor urban planning. “Flooding is exposing a bigger issue: drainage, road maintenance and urban planning…

…in Ebonyi State, including roads, flyovers, bridges, hospitals, schools and other public infrastructure, as well as ongoing federal road projects under his supervision as Minister of Works. The minister criticised Obi’s emphasis on fiscal savings during his tenure as governor of Anambra State, arguing that governance s…

…decisions in key sectors, including education, healthcare, employment, housing and infrastructure. He noted that while the Federal Government had introduced several youth-focused initiatives under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, accurate population data was needed to assess their impact and ensure resource…

…that no individual is above the law when it comes to protecting public health and public infrastructure, stressing that building a sustainable city requires collective responsibility from both government and residents. He reaffirmed that the Mobile Court would continue its daily sittings across Lagos to ensure the swif…

…taxpayers, with turnover between N1 billion and N5 billion, broadening the compliance infrastructure across a wider segment of Nigerian businesses. Join BusinessDay whatsapp Channel, to stay up to date Open In Whatsapp

…subscriber database cannot be treated like a trophy cabinet (p. 1). It is national infrastructure. That is why the clean-up was necessary. Every maturing industry eventually goes through this type of correction. Banks clean up dormant accounts. Fintechs separate registered wallets from funded and transacting wallets. M…

…the Federal government over the state of a road. Umahi insisted that President Tinubu's infrastructure projects and appointments had transformed the South-East. Responding to Chude's question on Umahi's call for a debate, Obi said "First of all, I already started the debate by standing on that road and saying the road…

…to take greater responsibility for maintenance of their neighbourhoods to preserve infrastructure. The government said that taking such a responsibility would also enhance security and sustain property value. The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Mr Abdulhafis Toriola, made the call during the minis…

…often compared with Lagos have become world-class because their residents respect public infrastructure and obey the law. The governor stated this on Saturday while announcing the commencement of the removal of illegal shanties and market stalls erected on the median of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. According to him, t…

…explained that the Ogun Urban Water Supply Project remains the only AFD-supported water infrastructure project undertaken in the state. Implemented between March 2015 and December 2023 under a $33.75 million facility channelled through the Federal Government, the project substantially upgraded the state’s water infrast…

…ensuring the transparent allocation of educational funds and advocating widespread infrastructure development across campuses.”

…or are unable to deliver services because of systemic challenges and inadequate infrastructure. “The problem is not cancer itself. The problem is that cancer has not been identified as a priority by our political leaders. Once it becomes a priority, governments will begin providing the necessary infrastructure for prev…

…the governor added. Governor Radda also highlighted the KASEDA Road Corridor Enterprise Infrastructure Programme, which maps roadside enterprises across the state's 34 Local Government Areas. "The comprehensive mapping of roadside enterprises across the 34 Local Government Areas has provided government with an immeasur…

…the incident as a major setback to the project.Kassim also disclosed that complementary infrastructure, including access roads and support buildings, is under construction, describing the Gbarain Power Plant as a strategic asset because of its proximity to gas supply. Deji Awodeji, Managing Director of TILT Energy Limi…

…"Beyond securing the release of the victims, our objective was to dismantle the criminal infrastructure that enabled the kidnapping and prevent similar attacks,” the GOC said. He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his strategic guidance, unwavering support and the provision of resources that contribute…

…treat youth skills development as a matter of national security, investing in digital infrastructure and modern curricula. Schools must shift from rote learning to practical application. The Private Sector must step up with massive mentorship, internship, and training programs. And Civil Society must continue to serve…

…has gone beyond a mere traffic management problem and is being driven by inadequate infrastructure, poor logistics planning, weak regulatory enforcement and corruption. One of the major causes of the perennial congestion is the shortage of functional truck parks and loading bays. Findings revealed that some petroleum d…

…to work together on building interoperable payment systems, trusted digital identity infrastructure and stronger data governance, describing them as critical foundations for an AI-driven financial ecosystem. During another session on merchant payments, OPay joined industry leaders to discuss how AI and payment data can…

President Bola Tinubu says his administration is providing premium infrastructure in Wasa to transform the district into a modern and vibrant commercial hub in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Tinubu stated this on Friday while inaugurating access roads, power, and water supply for the informal sector layout in Was…

…Speaking to generals in televised comments, Putin said Ukraine's strikes on energy infrastructure meant Russia would seek to capture more Ukrainian land along the border, beyond Donbas, as a "security zone." A former Russian defence ministry official, Andrei Ilnitsky, said in a column for Kommersant newspaper that esca…

…Fubara said the budget was designed to consolidate the gains of his administration in infrastructure development, human capital advancement, security and economic growth, while ensuring fiscal discipline and accountability in the management of public resources. Fubara noted that despite various challenges, governance h…

…with production incentives, supplier development programmes, export promotion and infrastructure support before fully liberalising their automotive sectors. Reviewing Nigeria's automotive policy between 2014 and 2020, the association acknowledged that local content development and production capacity remained below exp…

…on the Delta State Government and Ika South Local Government Council to improve drainage infrastructure and address blocked waterways to help prevent similar tragedies. The heartbreaking incident has renewed concerns over the recurring floods that continue to endanger lives and destroy property whenever heavy rains fal…