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…
NiMet Predicts Three Days of Sunshine and Haziness Starting Monday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and haziness from Monday to Wednesday across various parts of the country. According to NiMet’s weather outlook, the northern region will experience…
Sanwo-Olu Launches Certified Accreditors’ Programme to Tackle Building Collapse in Lagos
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has launched the Certified Accreditors’ Programme (CAP) to enhance compliance with building regulations. The initiative is a public-private partnership involving architects, engineers, builders, planners, and…
Accelerate Action: Women Leaders Driving Change in Housing, Finance, and Construction Call for Gender Inclusivity
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, Housing TV Africa (Channel 149 on StarTimes) owners of the Housing Development Programme on AIT and Africa International Housing Show, has hosted an…
Building the Future: How tech is reshaping India’s real estate sector
Virtual and Augmented Reality (AR/VR) tools also enable immersive property tours. Such advancements empower buyers to make informed decisions, streamlining the entire home buying experience. According to a joint report…
Adamakin Files Lawsuit Against Lagos State Over Land Ownership Dispute
A Lagos State High Court in Ikeja will hear a dispute between Adamakin Investment and Lagos State Government officials. The case, filed as ID/8890GCM/2024, challenges land ownership restrictions imposed by…