…its partners will work to ensure implementation of the report to fast-track the expected investments in the youth to drive Africa’s agrifood systems. Earlier, the Founder, Imaro Innovations, Babra Kaikara, called for attention and investment in young people to drive Africa’s agrifood systems as they are the future of t…
…affecting the downstream sector would be developed without input from operators whose investments sustain the nation’s fuel supply chain. He said Nigeria was at a critical stage in its energy sector transformation, with increasing domestic refining capacity, changing import patterns and renewed efforts to improve pipel…
…from N24.654 trillion in the corresponding period 2025 on the back of rising yield on investments in FGN securities. The PenCom data also reveals that FGN Bonds accounted for 55.8 per cent of total pension assets in May 2026. According to PenCom, the considerable proportion of government securities in the overall Asset…
…were beginning to yield positive results through increased government revenue and investments in infrastructure, job creation and poverty reduction. Senator Dafinone thanked party leaders and stakeholders for their support and pledged to facilitate more employment and empowerment opportunities for youths if re-elected.…
…Nigerian pilots and technical personnel to operate and maintain the new aircraft. "These investments will strengthen indigenous training and technical capacity, enhance operational self-sufficiency and ensure sustained mission readiness for years to come," he said.Commenting on the development, the Chief of the Air Sta…
Economic expert Olatunji Smith Balogun has commended the Governor of Oyo State, Mr Seyi Makinde, for triggering an infrastructure boom aimed at transforming the state into a prime destination for foreign investors. Balogun, while speaking on the state’s economic evolution, noted that crucial projects such as the constr…
Nigeria requires an estimated $228 billion in electricity investments between now and 2045, to stabilise the grid and meet energy demands. This represents an estimated $12 billion in annual electricity investments through 2045, a period of 19 years. Speaking at Asharami Square 3.0 in Lagos, the Special Adviser to the P…
…Africa and the global labor market. According to him, President Tinubu’s unprecedented investments in education, skills development, and human capital are designed to position Nigeria as a leading exporter of skilled professionals. “We want to be the manpower supplier of the world. We need to produce competent, skilled…
…called on African governments, the private sector and development partners to scale up investments in people, mobilise sustainable financing and strengthen partnerships to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking at the Africa Social Impact Summit 2026 in Lagos on Saturday, the UNFPA Repr…
…for planning and prioritising electrification projects across the country, ensuring investments are directed where they will have the greatest impact.
…healthcare, and youth participation. Obi described education and healthcare as investments rather than expenses, arguing that human capital development remains the foundation of national progress. As our conversation ended, I asked how Nigeria should position itself globally. Obi said the country must become a respecte…
…news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.Shift toward long-term impact investmentsSpeaking during the presentation, the Regional Representative for Africa at Innovision Global Consulting International, Iffat Mahmud, said Nigeria's impact investing ecosystem is evolving from short-term, speculative financing…
…results,” the statement read. According to him, the progress is driven by strategic investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, digital innovation, security, public sector reforms, agriculture and economic development. The statement cited the reconstruction of major road networks, establishment of Smart Schoo…
…He pointed to the success of the Nigeria-EU Business Forum in Lagos and noted increasing investments by the European Investment Bank and other European financial institutions in support of small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly women-led and youth-owned businesses. Responding, Odumegwu-Ojukwu welcomed what sh…
…sales, customer support and product development. “These countries did not attract such investments by accident. They recognised early that the digital economy is now as important as the traditional economy. “By encouraging global technology companies to establish local operations, they have created employment, expanded…
Google profits quadruple to $112billion after investments in AI Google's profits have quadrupled to $112billion (£84billion), following its investments in AI. In the firm's latest quarterly update, CEO Sundar Pichai said that the successful quarter was due in part to growth of its AI model Gemini and AI search queries,…
…it overflowed its banks after the heavy rains, destroying fish farms and other investments,” he said. The association urged the Ogun State Government to urgently rehabilitate drainage systems, remove structures obstructing waterways and dredge the Ogbere Stream to prevent future occurrences. Oludayo also blamed floodin…
…current level of preparedness and use the findings to guide future policy decisions and investments. “The scorecard helps assess each state’s level of preparedness and provides the data needed for informed decision-making on priority actions and improvements,” he said. Also speaking, the Executive Director of Resolve t…
…for fungal and bacterial diseases. The post Greenhouse tomato farming: How to protect investments from rainy season blights appeared first on Tribune Online.
…includes movie residuals and royalties, intellectual property and image rights, investments, insurance policies, bank accounts and personal belongings. Kevin and Derrick claim the family has received little or no information regarding the management of these assets, including more than $3 million held in various bank a…
…it faced institutional and funding challenges, it demonstrated the impact targeted investments could have on rural livelihoods. Unlike DFRRI, he said the proposed commission would operate on “modern principles of transparency, accountability, intergovernmental collaboration, sustainable financing, digital monitoring an…
…Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, described the decline in global deaths as proof that investments in safer transport systems produce measurable results but stressed that much more needs to be done. “This progress shows that change is possible when countries invest in safe road systems. In the last 15 years we’ve made rea…
…fear amongst Nigerian residents, with many reportedly abandoning homes, businesses and investments while seeking emergency evacuation following threats and unlawful ultimatums issued against foreign African nationals.” The lawmaker said that although previous sessions of the National Assembly had condemned the attacks…
…to strengthen road safety governance through sustained political commitment, strategic investments, innovation and stronger international partnerships in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the present administration." According to the agency, the Corps Marshal highlighted the progress Nigeria has made in improving ro…
…Gucci and Samsung, sold-out concert tours, songwriting royalties, and real estate investments in South Korea. She was the female model with the most advertising appearances on television in 2024, starring in commercials for 13 different brands.On the acting side, in March 2025, IU starred in When Life Gives You Tangeri…