Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Excluded from 2025 Budget Proposal, Sparks Debate
The exclusion of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project from the 2025 federal budget proposal has sparked controversy and raised concerns about its funding and execution. The ambitious coastal road project,…
Over 100 Lives Lost to Fires in 2024, Says Federal Fire Service
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has disclosed that over 100 lives were lost to fire outbreaks in 2024, alongside an estimated property loss of N67.1 billion. Despite these tragic figures,…
Borno Issues 2,500 CofOs in Five Years, Surpassing Two Decades’ Record
The Borno State government has lauded the Geographic Information Service (BOGIS) for its innovative reforms in land administration, particularly in land title registration and compliance by developers. Governor Babagana Zulum…
Works Ministry Proposes N12 Billion for Legal Fees and SSA’s Vehicles
The Ministry of Works has unveiled a proposed budget of N12 billion for 2025, with significant allocations for legal fees and vehicles for the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the…
Experts Predict Nigeria’s Economy Will Soar by 3.5% in 2025
Nigeria’s economy is projected to grow by 3.5% year-on-year in 2025, marking an improvement from the estimated 3.2% growth rate for 2024. This optimistic forecast comes from the latest NESG-Stanbic…
Wike’s Road Project Transforms Abuja Community, Residents Celebrate the Impact
Residents of Saburi I and II in Abuja Municipal Area Council have hailed the recently constructed road by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike as a transformative development. Many…
US returns $50m in alleged stolen funds to Nigeria
Close to $53m (£43m) in alleged illicit funds recovered from Nigeria's former oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke among others will be used to fund public services, the country's justice ministry says.…
Liberia Urges Nigerian Investors to Explore Lucrative Opportunities in Key Sectors
The Liberian government has called on Nigerian investors to explore its vast economic potential, highlighting untapped opportunities in agriculture, mining, housing, real estate, tourism, and transportation. Speaking at an event…
Morocco Emerges as Africa’s Most Visited Country, Surpassing Egypt in 2024
Morocco has claimed the crown as Africa's leading tourist destination in 2024, welcoming an unprecedented 17.4 million visitors. This milestone marks a 20% increase compared to 2023 and an astonishing…
Lawyers in Nigeria Turn to Real Estate for Financial Stability Amid Economic Challenges
The legal profession in Nigeria is witnessing a notable transformation as increasing numbers of lawyers gravitate towards real estate ventures. Traditionally known for their pivotal role in property transactions to…