…is an indigene of Makurdi Local Government Area, which has benefited the most from the developmental strides of Governor Hyacinth Alia over the past three years," the statement said, questioning his criticism of the administration despite what it described as visible infrastructural development in the area. It further…

…can see and feel," he said. Ekpo reiterated the government's commitment to monitor developments, protect consumers, support responsible investment and advance a gas-powered economy. He said the government remained committed to increasing domestic supply, reducing reliance on imports, and ensuring that Nigerian-produced…

…relevant skills, you can become self-reliant, employ others and contribute to economic development," he said. Aminu-Muhamned highlighted that skills acquisition was critical to economic growth and self-reliance. "There is no shortcut to the development of any economy. People do not necessarily have to become professors…

The competition, which began on 6 February 2026, featured 64 clubs drawn from the 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State.

…assuring them that the government remains focused on delivering sustainable development, improving citizens' welfare, and building a safer, more prosperous Ondo State.

…and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, led a team of journalists on an inspection tour of development projects across Zone One of the state. Maiyaki said the tour was organised at the instance of Governor Uba Sani to provide journalists with first-hand information on the impact of ongoing government projects and interventions acr…

…said the government is increasingly aligning humanitarian interventions with long-term development programmes aimed at helping displaced persons rebuild their lives and achieve self-reliance. According to him, the government is deliberately moving beyond emergency relief efforts by creating opportunities for livelihood…

…The move reinforces Lagos State's commitment to climate leadership and sustainable development while creating new opportunities for collaboration with subnational governments across the world on climate action, resilience and green economic growth. Convened by Climate Group, the Under2 Coalition comprises more than 180…

…Plc, now Polaris Bank Limited, Tunde Ayeni, over an alleged N15.6 billion fraud. The development was disclosed during proceedings before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Apo, Abuja on June 22, 2026. According to the anti-graft agency, Ayeni was re-arraigned on an amended 18-count ch…

…opined that until the insecurity challenges facing the country are tackled, no talk of development can make sense. Adebutu noted that without the safety of lives and property, prosperity cannot exist, stressing that security occupies the first place in his agenda. He made the remarks at a media parley held on Monday in…

…allegedly called for the resignation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following political developments in the United Kingdom involving the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The pan-Igbo group stated that it wished to clearly articulate its position on the matter, reaffirm its institutional stance on national un…

…The Niger State Police Command spokesman, SP Wasiu Abiodun, while confirming the development, stated that a joint security team promptly responded to the threat posed by the terrorist group. According to him, the swift intervention by security operatives forced the suspected terrorists to flee the area before causing f…

Students of the Department of Theatre Arts, Federal University Lokoja (FUL), have concluded their 2026 Community Theatre Project with a

…for a close monitoring of accountability mechanisms in the operations of Host Community Development Trusts, HCDTs, in the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA. The stakeholders said sustained oversight was critical to ensuring that oil-producing communities benefitted fully from the PIA. The call came at a…

…isolated forest. At the time, the Borno State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Zuwaira Gambo, said the children could be victims who were forcefully taken during recent attacks. Indeed, a 2024 UNICEF report indicated that over 8,000 children had been recruited by Boko Haram and thousands more affe…

…macro-economy, the REA backed by funding partners such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB) is winning the war on the ground, ensuring that no Nigerian is left behind in reaping democratic dividends in the power sector. Among the profound impacts of the REA is the financial and operational lifeline…

…despite limited financial and technical support. Adegoke called on governments, development partners, investors, researchers and corporate organisations to participate in the African Cocoa and Coffee Fiesta scheduled for October 7 and 8, 2026, at NECA House, Ikeja, Lagos, with the theme, "Building a Sustainable Value C…

…were able to participate remotely without interrupting their educational pursuits, a development the Corps said demonstrated its determination to ensure that no eligible officer was disadvantaged because of geographical location or self-development commitments. The FRSC said the exercise reflected Mohammed's vision of…

…Umahi described the project as evidence of President Tinubu's vision for national development and economic growth. "This project, which someone is said to have promised to stop, and I hope he never said so, is highly innovative. I only saw it on social media," he added. The minister challenged members of the Obedient M…

…recent spate of criminal activities, particularly in Utagba-Ogbe, poses a threat to the development of the area and could undermine efforts to sustain peace and economic growth in the region. The union also disclosed that it was strengthening collaboration with security agencies and community stakeholders to tackle the…

…rescued, insisting there was no evidence linking Igboho to any rescue operation. The development followed a warning by the activist, who accused criminal elements of turning Igboho into a kidnapping hub and threatened to personally confront those behind the abductions if the victims were not released within two hours.…

…wealth and strategic resources revolve around French interests without achieving genuine development for the Nigerien people. Terrorism worsened in the country when Niger was considered France's main ally in the Sahel region in the fight against armed groups. However, the security situation steadily deteriorated, leadi…

…in infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare, and rural development under the BAO agenda. According to him, the renewed mandate is, therefore, a clear vote of confidence in continuity, stability, and people-centred governance. He, however, urged Oyebanji to remain magnanimous in victory and c…

…earmarked or deployed for housing, farming, schools, public infrastructure, or other development by state authorities and local owners. Any attempt to "reclaim" such land in the name of grazing will place landowners and pastoral interests on a collision course, worsening conflicts already tearing through many parts of…

…regions. This reality carries consequences. Since economic output influences development indices and resource allocation, the South-East's weak domestic economy inevitably affects its share of national benefits. The irony is striking. Igbo sons and daughters own big and thriving businesses across Nigeria and beyond, bu…