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Nigeria to phase out diesel, embrace hybrid energy — Shettima
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FG, investors plan $60m green overhaul of Onne Port

Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the federal government is in talks with private investors to mobilize nearly $60 million for the electrification of Onne Port, aiming to make it Nigeria’s first green port. He also affirmed that the country will soon phase out diesel use and reduce carbon emissions through an integrated hybrid […]

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FG launches $40m blueprint ICT project to transform tertiary education

The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated the Blueprint ICT Development Project, investing $40 million to revolutionize the nation’s tertiary education system through enhanced digital infrastructure and innovation. Announced on Tuesday in Abuja, the project will be rolled out in 10 federal universities across the country. According to Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa, the […]

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Nigeria records 14,000 applications under new e-visa scheme

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has announced that Nigeria’s recently launched electronic visa (e-visa) system has processed over 14,000 applications in its first six weeks. He disclosed this on Monday at a stakeholder sensitisation workshop on key innovations introduced by the Nigeria Immigration Service in Abuja on Monday. He disclosed that the electronic […]

FG deducts N256.5bn for gas projects in six months
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FG disburses ₦1.6tn to states for FCT for infrastructure, security projects

The federal government has disbursed a total of ₦1.6 trillion to the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory between March 2024 and May 2025 to support infrastructure development and security projects, documents from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation have revealed. The funds, released under a special intervention programme, were drawn from […]

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14m tonnes of platic waste choke oceans yearly – FG

The Federal Government has raised alarm over the global plastic pollution crisis, revealing that approximately 14 million tonnes of plastic waste clog the world’s oceans each year, posing a severe threat to Nigeria’s marine ecosystems and biodiversity. Speaking at a stakeholder training workshop on the Extended Producer Responsibility programme in Abuja, Minister of Environment Balarabe […]

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Nigeria to adopt international actuarial standards

The Executive Secretary of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, has announced plans to integrate international standards on actuarial practice into Nigeria’s regulatory framework. Olowo made this disclosure on Wednesday at the 2025 Annual Industry Conference of the Nigerian Actuarial Society, themed “Creating Value and Building Resilience in an Evolving Industry.” He […]

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FG targets tariff reforms to boost gas supply for thermal plants

The federal government is exploring solutions to tariff-related issues affecting gas supply and payment systems for major thermal power plants operated under the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. This was revealed in a statement on Wednesday by Louis Mbah, spokesperson for the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, following a high-level meeting […]

MTN Nigeria profits surges ahead of Q1 results amid profitability hopes
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MTN commits N3b to support FG’s 3MTT digital skills initiative

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, on Tuesday announced that MTN Nigeria is providing N3 billion in support for the federal government’s 3 Million Technical Talent initiative. He underscored the importance of public-private partnerships in driving Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda. “I acknowledge MTN Nigeria’s long-term support for the 3MTT Nigeria […]

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FG, Brazil to sign over 30 MoUs as strategic dialogue begins

Nigeria is expected to sign over 30 Memoranda of Understanding with Brazil as the Second Session of the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism begins in Abuja. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, who announced the arrival of Brazil’s […]

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FG to establish Nigeria’s first national export trading company

The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, in collaboration with the Nigeria Commodity Exchange and the Africa Trade and Distribution Company is establishing the country’s first National Export Trading Company To enhance Nigeria’s trade infrastructure and unlock its export potential. Discussions are reportedly at an advanced stage for the proposed National Export Trading Company, […]

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FG commits ₦200bn to strengthen food production nationwide 

The Federal Government has invested over ₦200 billion in the agricultural sector to boost food production and strengthen national food security. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari. Kyari said “The ministry has invested over N200bn in terms of intervention and has also given […]

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FG launches REV-OP to reform public financial management

The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced the Revenue Optimization and Assurance Project, a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening public financial management. Through a technology-driven approach, the project seeks to curb revenue leakages, enhance transparency, and promote sustainable economic development. The project was unveiled at a high-level session held at the Ministry of Finance headquarters […]