…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…

…at strengthening investor protection, improving transparency, modernising post-trade infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and aligning Nigeria's capital market with global standards. SEC Director-General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, said the commission remains focused on building a modern market structure through…

…to accelerate decarbonisation while expanding capacity to meet the continent's growing infrastructure demand. Pathak made the call after participating in the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) CEO Strategic Dialogue in Madrid, Spain, where chief executives from leading global cement companies mapped out stra…

…enhancing market transparency, improving operational efficiency, modernising post-trade infrastructure and aligning Nigeria's market with international standards. According to the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the Commission's reform agenda is focused on building…

…within months as Ukraine continues to intensify attacks on Russia's military and energy infrastructure, according to Czech President Petr Pavel.Speaking to The Telegraph, Pavel said any decision on mobilisation is unlikely to come before Russia's parliamentary elections scheduled for September 20. He suggested that onc…

The electricity infrastructure of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company and the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has been disrupted by flooding, triggering power outages across communities in Lagos and Osun States. EKEDC said electricity supply to its network had been reduced after outages on the Oshogbo-Ikej…

…data governance and customer consent management, developing secure and standardised API infrastructure, and building stronger partnerships across the financial ecosystem through continuous innovation and capacity development. Participants also visited financial institutions and engaged in knowledge-sharing sessions tha…

…World Athletics has actively monitored the direct impact of the war on Ukrainian sports infrastructure.While a dedicated humanitarian fund established by the governing body in 2022 has helped mitigate some disruptions, the organization emphasized that the ability of Ukrainian athletes to safely train and compete remain…

…to survive, leaving them with little savings despite living in a country with better infrastructure and public services. The presidential aide added that while Nigerians abroad may enjoy access to quality healthcare and other social amenities, many still struggle financially and are unable to achieve long-term goals su…

Russia rejects US claim that Ukrainian miliytary strikes on Russian Infrastructure will accelerate peace talks Russia has issued a strong rebuke to the United States following comments suggesting that Ukrainian drone strikes on deep-target Russian energy facilities could help accelerate an end to the ongoing conflict.U…