FG Finalizes Funding Deal for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway with Hitech
The Federal Government has secured funding for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway through an EPC+F agreement with Hitech. Minister of Works, David Umahi, confirmed the agreement, highlighting its importance in sustainably…
Mshel Homes Ignites Excellence, Joins Platinum League of Africa International Housing Show
The organizers of the 19th Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) 2025 have today announced that Mshel Homes Limited has come on board as a Platinum Partner for this highly anticipated…
Nigeria’s GDP Grows by 3.84% in Q4 2024
Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 3.84% in Q4 2024, surpassing the 3.46% recorded in Q3. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) attributed this growth to the services sector,…
Niger State Bans Taxes on Hawkers, Petty Traders to Ease Financial Burden
Niger State Government has banned all forms of taxation on hawkers and petty traders to reduce financial hardship. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago announced the decision at the Government House, Minna,…
Natasha Sues Senate President Akpabio for Defamation, Demands ₦100bn
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi-North Senatorial District, has filed a ₦100 billion defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit targets Senate President Godswill Akpabio, accusing him of making damaging remarks shared by his…
Senate Says Tax Reform Bills Key to Achieving Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy Goal
The Senate has affirmed that proposed Tax Reform Bills will significantly contribute to Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy goal. Senator Sani Musa, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, disclosed this…
Naira Strengthens to N1,485/$ on Black Market Amid Improved Dollar Liquidity
The naira appreciated to N1,485 per dollar on the black market, gaining N15 from the previous day's rate. This improvement follows increased dollar liquidity, supported by foreign exchange policies designed…
FCCPC Summons MultiChoice Nigeria Over Planned Subscription Price Hike
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has summoned MultiChoice Nigeria over its planned price increase. Ondaje Ijagwu, FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, expressed concerns about recurring pay-TV price…
US Excludes UK and Nigeria from 2025 Visa Waiver Programme
The United States has unveiled the 2025 Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) list, featuring significant changes to eligibility criteria. The United Kingdom, previously fully eligible, now qualifies under specific conditions, reflecting…
Nigeria’s Commercial Property Market Poised for a $362 Billion Boom by 2025
Nigeria’s commercial real estate sector is on the brink of a major expansion, with its value projected to reach $362.27 billion by 2025. This remarkable growth forecast, outlined by Statista…