Women Protest in Akure Over Kidnap of Nine Surveyors
Hundreds of women in Akure, Ondo State, staged a protest against the abduction of nine surveyors at Ilu Abo community. The surveyors were reportedly kidnapped by gunmen while working in…
Canada to Admit Up to 14,000 Foreign Construction Workers Amid Housing Crisis
Canada's immigration department is allocating 6,000 spots for undocumented construction workers and easing apprenticeship rules for foreign workers. At a March 7 press conference in Woodbridge, Ontario, Immigration Minister Marc…
Housing Minister Insists on Quality, Threatens Contract Revocations for Poor Workmanship
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has cautioned contractors against project delays and poor construction quality. During his inspection of housing projects in Kano, including Renewed…
Tinubu Prioritizes Housing Reforms to Tackle Nigeria’s Housing Deficit – Dangiwa
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Dangiwa, reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit. Speaking during a meeting with OUR SOURCE, Dangiwa emphasized the government’s…
World’s Most Expensive Passports in 2025
A passport is essential for global travel, yet its cost can be a significant financial hurdle in some countries. While many travelers prioritize airfare and accommodations, the price of obtaining…
Naira Depreciates to N1,570/$ in Black Market, Appreciates to N1,528/$ in NFEM
The Naira depreciated to N1,570 per dollar in the parallel market, dropping from N1,545 per dollar recorded last weekend. However, the Naira appreciated to N1,528 per dollar in the Nigerian…
Federal Govt Secures $950M to Expand Renewable Electricity Access
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has secured $950 million in funding to expand Nigeria’s Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) program. Managing Director of REA, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, announced…
MBAN Seeks Stakeholder Collaboration to Boost Mortgage Sector Growth in Nigeria
The Mortgage Banking Association of Nigeria (MBAN) emphasized collaboration among stakeholders to enhance the mortgage sector’s growth and economic impact. MBAN’s newly elected President, Ayo Olowookere, made this call during…
U.S. Cuts 83% of USAID Programs Following Six-Week Government Review
The U.S. government has significantly reduced its foreign aid initiatives, canceling 83% of programs under the USAID framework. Decision Follows Internal Review of Foreign Aid Spending U.S. Secretary of State…
UK Seeks Skilled Workers to Fill Critical Job Shortages in 2025
The United Kingdom is actively seeking skilled professionals to fill critical job shortages across various industries in 2025. The country faces significant labor market gaps driven by technological advancements, an…