By Busayo Onijala Former Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations and 74th President of the General Assembly, Prof Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, says the UN remains central to global governance. He noted that in spite of criticism, the UN still provides a framework for peace, security, human rights and sustainable developmentContinue Reading
By Emmanuella Anokam The Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Mrs Olu Verheijen, says the ongoing energy sector reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration have attracted more than eight billion dollars in new investments within one year. Verheijen made this known in an interview with the News Agency ofContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called for deeper collaboration across the textile and leather value chain to drive revival and competitiveness. Mr Segun Ajayi-Kadri, Director-General of MAN, made the call at the Textile, Wearing Apparel, Carpet, Leather and Footwear Sectoral Group AGM on Wednesday inContinue Reading
By Emmanuella Anokam The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, says Nigeria and Africa must pursue energy transition based on national realities. Ekpo said this on Wednesday during a ministerial panel session on “Global Shifts: Navigating an Era of Diverging Priorities” at the ongoing 2025 AbuContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang The Senate has approved a bill prescribing up to 14 years imprisonment for educators convicted of sexually harassment of students in tertiary institutions. The move comes amid recurring reports of lecturers coercing students for grades, admission advantages and other academic favours. The bill titled Sexual Harassment ofContinue Reading
By Philomina Attah Lawmakers have called for stronger legislative synergy with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to boost Nigeria’s capacity for effective emergency management. Sen. Kaka Lawan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Special Duties, made the call on Wednesday at a NEMA legislative retreat in Abuja. The retreatContinue Reading
By Aderogba George The All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN) has appealed to the Federal Government to clear outstanding payments for contracts executed by its members in 2024. The association said that prolonged delay in payment had plunged many of its members into financial distress, with some reportedly sufferingContinue Reading
By Kadiri Abdulrahman The Federal Government has successfully priced 2.35 billion dollars in Eurobonds maturing in 2036 (Long 10-year) and 2046 (Long 20-year) in the international capital market. According to a statement issued by the Debt Management Office (DMO), 1.25 billion dollars and 1.10 billion dollars of the Eurobonds areContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher China and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment at the China Commodities Expo-Nigeria 2025 in Lagos, showcasing opportunities for economic cooperation and fostering deeper commercial ties between both nations. Hosted by China’s Ministry of Commerce and organised by its Trade Bureau onContinue Reading
By Mark Longyen, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) In a world increasingly characterised by divisions, instability, and social tension, the pursuit of peace has become both an urgent necessity and a shared responsibility. Across communities and nations, the foundations of sustainable peace rest on dialogue, collaboration, mutual understanding, justice, andContinue Reading
