…recalled Uduaghan’s years in office, noting that he made significant contributions to infrastructure development in the state. He described the former governor as a leader who looked beyond ethnic differences and worked for the overall development of Delta State. Oborevwori said Uduaghan’s years in public service had l…
…Volodymyr Zelensky after Ukrainian forces launched a major drone attack against energy infrastructure in Saint Petersburg, defying White House requests to halt strikes on Russian oil facilities.Writing on Truth Social, Trump expressed concern that deep strikes into Russian territory could disrupt peace negotiations.He…
…City at the weekend, said the incident had underscored the need for improved medical infrastructure.She urged Okpebholo to redeem his pledge, noting that the project was vital to the future of healthcare in the region.According to her, the specialised facility would significantly improve paediatric care and provide a s…
…exert control over the vital trade corridor since US and Israeli strikes against Iranian infrastructure commenced on February 28. The waterway, which carried roughly one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade before the conflict, has experienced severe traffic disruptions, elevated insurance costs, and ris…
…mobilisation would provide greater fiscal space for the government to fund critical infrastructure and development priorities. The discussions also focused on how Nigeria could make greater use of World Bank guarantee instruments to unlock financing for infrastructure projects and attract additional private capital int…
…obligations are limiting the fiscal space available to developing countries to finance infrastructure, healthcare, education and other development priorities. Oyedele said the international community must also strengthen the voice and representation of developing economies, particularly vulnerable countries, in global…
…with friends and family. He relied on an alternative network and called for stronger infrastructure and backup systems, as well as timely updates to subscribers during outages.Covenant Amaechi, a student living around First Gate, Ikorodu, said he could not communicate when he needed to. Although service returned, he sa…
…insecurity, regulatory conflicts, poor inter-agency coordination and inadequate infrastructure as major barriers to the growth of the sector. President of the Miners Association of Nigeria, Oba Ayandele Ayanleke, said insecurity along mining corridors and jurisdictional disputes between federal and subnational authorit…
…"malicious disruption and coercion". He cited attacks on American energy and water infrastructure, arson targeting European defence companies and "a destructive cyber attack on an energy generator" in Britain.Calling for stronger community cohesion, he said "the cohesion and confidence of our communities has become a n…
…telecommunications operators and financial service providers, noting that much of the infrastructure exploited by terrorist groups was privately owned. In his remarks, the NSA, represented by the National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Maj-Gen. Adamu Laka, said terrorist groups were using digital…
…in Africa. The alliance is planning 100 new sanctions listings targeting Russia’s FIMI infrastructure, while exploring closer collaboration on security and defence with like-minded partners. EU opposes US-Russia oil deal, imposes 1,600 new sanctions
China condemned on Monday recent attacks by the Houthis on Saudi airports and energy infrastructure, expressing “serious concern” about the conflict between Riyadh and the Yemeni group intensifying. “China condemns the attacks that caused heavy casualties and expresses serious concern over the intensification of the co…
…Act, PIA, Domestic Gas Delivery Obligation, DGDO, Decade of Gas Initiative, gas infrastructure projects and the proposed Gas Swap Framework. However, industry stakeholders said the fundamental challenge remains the conversion of gas reserves and production into reliable, affordable and commercially viable supplies for…
…converted over 120,000 vehicles to CNG, while the government was expanding refuelling infrastructure to improve access to the fuel. Government announces relief measures The President also acknowledged the pressure rising petrol prices were placing on households and businesses, outlining measures his administration said…
…Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on each other’s energy infrastructure. “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!” he wrote on his Truth Social network, without further details. There was no immediate c…
…that worsening insecurity across Nigeria threatens investment, agricultural production, infrastructure development, and economic growth, and called for coordinated interventions to restore confidence in the economy. The group said persistent attacks on farming communities, oil installations, electricity infrastructure,…
…opportunities in Ogun East, driven by industrial expansion, airport development, road infrastructure, energy prospects and the proposed Gateway Deep Sea Port, could transform the region into a major economic hub with far-reaching benefits for Nigeria. Abiodun said the convergence of these strategic assets would acceler…
…transition from a ‘Land of Honour’ to a ‘Land of Opportunity,’ where education, skills, infrastructure and entrepreneurship are deliberately connected to jobs, markets, investment and wealth creation.Make PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources “The ultimate measure of the state’s deve…
…finances and electricity supply, but consumers’ gains depend on gas, plants and grid infrastructureGenCos warn fresh arrears could undermine progress, as NBET prepares another phase of the ₦4 trillion debt-reduction programmePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your…
…surge in attacks, including against other Saudi airports, military facilities and oil infrastructure, has come in the week since a Saudi-led coalition launched a major military offensive against the Houthis.The airport had a heavy police presence on Saturday, with all entrances blocked, and lights around the complex we…
…the Owo–Benin, Akure–Owo and Ilesa roads, urging improved attention to federal road infrastructure across the South-West. The association expressed the concerns after its nationwide federal roads project tour, during which its delegation inspected the three roads serving Ondo State and other parts of the region. NANS P…
…variable which gives pause to potential investors," it said.Although attacks on oil infrastructure in the Niger Delta had declined, the report noted that oil theft and illegal bunkering continued. "In the North, the expansion of terrorist and 'bandit' groups continues to degrade the climate for agribusiness and mining,…
…capital market would not only provide returns for investors but also support industries, infrastructure development and job creation. Gajir said the task before universities was to move from a culture of dependence to one of capital formation, investment, ownership and shared prosperity. Earlier, the Chairman of the oc…
…With winter approaching, the prospect of continued fighting and attacks on vital infrastructure has added urgency to the search for a settlement against a backdrop of deadly Russian attacks. On Thursday, a Russian strike on buses in the frontline Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk killed 30 people. Trump’s repeated attempts…
…reform, among other issues. Background: We believe this administration has done well in infrastructure, but we are telling the administration that policy in the sector must address the specific challenges of the industry. I do understand the peculiar challenges affecting the industry, and if policies are not geared tow…