…rebranded its Golden Visa as Solidarity Visa, shifting from property to affordable housing and venture capital funds. Greece remains popular. EU, UK others toeing Trump’s stringent immigration stance – Foreign policy Though there’s an ongoing discussion between the EU and the five affected Caribbean nations, foreign po…

…farmers, artisans and businesses already facing increased costs of food, transportation, housing and business operations. The coalition made the call in its Independence Day statement marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary on Thursday, which was signed by its Chairman, Waheed Lawal. According to the coalition,…

…healthcare and maternal and child healthcare.” When asked about his plans to provide housing to the state’s residents, the NDC flagbearer disclosed that his administration would prefer what he termed a “quantum approach.” He said that rather than providing housing facilities in small units, thousands of housing units w…

…conditions for sustained growth.The group also cited investments in roads, rail, power, housing and agriculture as further reasons to seek continuity under the current administration, arguing that the reforms needed more time to mature and deliver tangible benefits to ordinary Nigerians.Mobilisation plans for the north…

…BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR As Nigeria marks 66 years of nationhood, attention turns to the housing, infrastructure, urban renewal and homeownership initiatives advanced across the country under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Since the beginning of the administration, development activity has exte…

…streetlights approved In another urban development initiative, the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Muhammad Saidu Fawu, said the council approved N2.1 billion for the expansion of Nayi-Nawa School at Buhari Estate. He said the expansion would extend into the existing Gombe Club premises as part of effor…

…can demonstrate that they have no accommodation and cannot afford any, that they have housing but cannot meet basic living costs such as food or heating, or that their income is so low that paying the fee would negatively affect a child's wellbeing. Bank statements, payslips, and utility bills are among the forms of ev…

…and the economy. He added that the government is expanding mortgage finance to boost housing and jobs. On agriculture, Akume said the World Bank has approved a $500 million credit for the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth (AGROW) project. “This initiative will raise smallholder productivity, stre…

…them in camps.” The official said the Bauchi State Government, through the Ministry of Housing and Environment and other relevant ministries, had taken measures to manage the situation and provide succour to affected communities. He added that the government had also been leveraging partnerships, including the Agro-Cli…

…away capital. The country needs investors to finance factories, roads, power projects, housing, technology, agriculture, logistics and other businesses capable of creating jobs and expanding the tax base.PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The gover…

…including a special salary scale, bursary awards, pension scheme, career-path policy, housing schemes and loan facilities. On Early Childhood Education (ECE), Amba said the NUT was pushing for its integration into public primary schools, describing the sub-sector as the most neglected area of education. “The foundation…

…policies, low-cost houses for teachers in rural areas, loan facilities for agriculture, housing, cars and motorcycles, as well as free tuition and automatic admission for the biological children of teachers. The conference, themed “Deployment of Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Education Will Erode the Place o…

…retired and 34 serving officers of the command held at the Police Officers’ Mess, Ibara Housing Estate, Abeokuta. The CP said that the officers were honoured for being distinguished in their service to the nation, saying that some of them had even been honoured by the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu Those ho…

…allegedly killing her co-wife, Jamila Adamu, during a domestic incident at Tafawa Balewa Housing Estate, Bauchi. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday. Habib said the incident occurred around 4:05pm on September 27, 2026, after the C-Division, Bauc…

The United Kingdom Government has announced plans to “require councils and social housing providers to give eight weeks’ notice before selling social homes outside the sector.” The measure is part of new amendments to the Social Housing Bill announced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government on Mond…

…more than five times the current national minimum wage of N70,000.The breakdown covers housing, food, transport, healthcare, utilities, personal care, clothing and a monthly savings contribution. Housing takes the largest share at N125,000 per month, based on an annual rent of N1.5 million for a one-room apartment.

…than conventional interest.Infinity Trust remained considerably smaller. Its focus on housing finance also makes direct comparisons with diversified banking groups less straightforward.Economist seeks stronger business lendingEconomist Dr Aliyu Ilias told The PUNCH that banks were benefiting from economic activity, par…

Kano State Government has rejected a media report claiming that it had unveiled 480 housing units under the proposed Gida-Gida Mega City Project, describing the report as misleading. The clarification was contained in a statement signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Ministry for Housing Development, Malam Ad…

…For Mohammed Bala, another Zamfara victim, the threat was blunt. Abducted from Damba Housing Estate in Gusau, the kidnappers accused him of withholding his retirement benefit. One of them reportedly told him: “You either produce the money or we take you to the bush.” His family mobilised millions of naira to secure his…

…income depends on whether the employer provides accommodation or the applicant arranges housing independently.

…cent between 2027 and 2030. The organisers said continued investments in infrastructure, housing and industrial and manufacturing development would support the growth. They added that the Federal Government’s plan to establish Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs across the country under the Renewed Hope Agenda would…

…areas. Governor Ahmed Aliyu flagged off the campaign on Tuesday at Gidan Man Ada Housing Estate, urging residents to support efforts to tackle desertification, deforestation and climate change. Aliyu said the exercise was not just about planting […] The post Sokoto targets 500,000 trees in 2026 planting campaign appear…

…by Israel since the 1967 Middle East war. Israel has built about 160 settlements housing around 700,000 Jewish settlers in the areas, alongside an estimated 3.3 million Palestinians. (BBC News)

…process to ensure that the proposed law is practical, balanced and responsive to the housing needs of Kaduna residents. Kaduna Assembly considers bill to regulate house rent charges

…Gaza since the ceasefire. The incidents included attacks on a beachside cafe, shelters housing displaced people and a reported funeral procession.According to the health ministry, more than 100 people were killed in each month between April and August, with July recording the highest monthly death toll this year. The m…