…Ayanyinka Ayanlowo, ahead of the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit, the NESG stressed that economic development would remain difficult without improvements in national security. “Where security fails, productivity collapses, investment retreats, and development stalls,” the statement read. It added that widespread insecuri…

…Ogun East is positioned to play an increasingly important role in Nigeria’s economic development, with its proximity to Lagos, established industrial corridor, expanding transport infrastructure and access to coastal resources providing a foundation for investment across several sectors. A major component of the region…

…Soludo tackled the core theme by challenging young Ndigbo to rethink their approach to economic development and enterprise.” Addressing the historic inclination of the Igbo people as an itinerant group, the governor asked, “When are we going to go beyond ‘Okonkwo and Sons’ to ‘Enugu Plc’?” Soludo noted that while Ndigb…

…report also identified the replacement of the Pioneer Status Incentive scheme with the Economic Development Tax Incentive, effective from January 2026, as a change requiring administrative adjustment by foreign businesses.

…of this beloved state. Stability. “This speaks to continuity. This speaks to socio-economic development. This speaks to investor confidence because investors are looking at Ogun State and they are saying nothing will change,” he said. Abiodun also appealed to transport operators not to increase fares arbitrarily, sayin…

…human capital. A stable tertiary education system is essential to the country’s socio-economic development,” he said. Alausa further gave the assurance that the Federal Ministry of Education would sustain consultations with relevant unions, heads of institutions and other stakeholders to resolve outstanding issues. He…

…of his administration’s strategy to strengthen women’s livelihoods and promote inclusive economic development. “It is on this note that Katsina State is matching every dollar that is given by the World Bank to support the women in the state. So far, Katsina State has contributed over four billion Naira for this project…

…66th Independence Anniversary, where he called for renewed commitment to national unity, economic development and stronger international partnerships. According to a statement released by the Embassy on Friday, Ikpeazu acknowledged the country’s current economic realities but maintained that progress was being made thr…

…an ongoing effort to strengthen connectivity, expand housing opportunities and support economic development. With many more projects completed, ongoing and emerging across the country, sustained investment, effective implementation and stronger collaboration among government, the private sector and other stakeholders w…

…the council. Giving details of the gratuity payments, the Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development, Muhammad Gambo Magaji, said the council approved N2.18 billion to settle outstanding gratuities owed state retirees for 2024 and N4.06 billion for 2025. He said the latest intervention brought the administration…

…than recurrent expenditure,” he told DAILY POST. He noted that borrowing could support economic development when properly targeted and transparently managed. “The concern is not simply opposition to every new borrowing. The critical issue is the quality and accountability of how borrowed funds are deployed,” Oyedokun s…

…tension.And it needs an election season that demonstrates that political competition and economic development can coexist.The ultimate cost of a violent or hostile political environment may therefore not be visible on election day.It could appear months later in the interest rate on a loan, the yield demanded by a bond…

…the project and focus on its potential contribution to Nigeria’s power supply and economic development. He reiterated his desire to see the Mambilla project become a reality, saying his interest was to support efforts that would bring the long-awaited project to fruition. He also reaffirmed his support for President Ti…

…in education, museums, archives, cultural institutions, historical research and economic development in communities connected to the history of the transatlantic slave trade. The question of United Nations Security Council reform is equally important. Nigeria has long sought a stronger African voice in global decision-…

…have not counted,” he said. He equally identified insecurity as the biggest threat to economic development, calling for neighbourhood watch systems, early-warning networks and a credible South-East security and investment mechanism. “Insecurity is the veto on development,” he said. ‘Charter must not become party proper…

…make them competitive in the international labour market and contribute to Nigeria’s economic development.

The Ogun State Executive Council has approved a fresh package of infrastructure and economic development projects, including the reconstruction of major roads, construction of two general hospitals, a power-generation investment and the establishment of an agency to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. Th…

…reports that Hassan Muhammadu was also a former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development in Gombe State. Some sources disclosed that he is set to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to work for the party’s governorship candidate, Dr Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna. Jamilu Gwamna’s camp said the move is expec…

…Olusegun Alebiosu, said ethical business practices were essential to sustainable economic development, particularly within Nigeria’s informal sector. Alebiosu said the sector provided livelihoods and entrepreneurial opportunities to millions of Nigerians but faced an ethical dilemma as many businesses remained primaril…

…investment and guarantee peace. He also stressed the connection between security and economic development, saying businesses and investors could not thrive in an environment where safety was not guaranteed. Similarly, former Ogun State Governor, Senator Gbenga Daniel, described security as an economic issue and an esse…

…to play a greater role in expanding insurance penetration and supporting Nigeria’s economic development. This lead gives Stanbic’s reaction the first and strongest voice, while the second paragraph immediately establishes the regulatory news and the N10bn significance.

…gender equality and women’s participation in governance, peace and security, justice, economic development and public decision-making. “This includes the National Gender Policy, the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act, the Child Rights Act, and various state…

…democratic processes, said that discussions also touched on trade and investment, economic development, education, and the need for affirmative measures to increase women’s participation and representation in politics. The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP who reiterated that his conviction that a wel…

…Division would remain focused on its mandate of securing the state and enabling socio-economic development. “Let me assure His Excellency that, under my command, the Division will remain dedicated to protecting lives and property, safeguarding critical national infrastructure and supporting the civil authority in creat…

…Transportation,” the permanent secretary described transportation as a major driver of economic development, noting its importance in facilitating the movement of people, goods and services. He described the ongoing expansion and rehabilitation of the country’s railway network as a rebirth of rail transportation in Nig…