ECONOMIC REFORMS: Manufacturers’ alternative energy expenditure surges 71.4% to N1.34trn in two years

ECONOMIC REFORMS: Manufacturers’ alternative energy expenditure surges 71.4% to N1.34trn in two years

By Yinka Kolawole Manufacturers in Nigeria spent an estimated N1.34 trillion on alternative energy sources in 2025, representing a 71.4 per cent increase from N781.68 billion recorded in 2023, as businesses grappled with the rising cost of production triggered by ongoing economic reforms. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) disclosed this in its assessment of the […]
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ADC upholds Mikati’s governorship ticket

ADC upholds Mikati’s governorship ticket

The Appeals Committee of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Kaduna State has affirmed the emergence of Shuaibu Idris Mikati as the party’s governorship candidate while ordering fresh and rerun primary elections in several federal and state constituencies.

2027: Accord supporters mobilise nationwide vote for Olawepo-Hashim

2027: Accord supporters mobilise nationwide vote for Olawepo-Hashim

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim Solidarity Movement, Lagos State Chapter, has pledged to mobilise voters across Lagos State and other parts of the country in support of his presidential bid. The group also congratulated Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim on his emergence as the presidential candidate of Accord for the 2027 general election. In a statement issued […]

APC stakeholders seek party intervention over Somolu Constituency II primary outcome

APC stakeholders seek party intervention over Somolu Constituency II primary outcome

By Matthew Johnson Concerned Stakeholders and Party Members of Somolu Constituency II of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Lagos State have called on the leadership of the party to ensure that the outcome of the constituency’s recent primary election is upheld in accordance with party procedures. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Bakare Kareem, […]

Lagos targets multi-billion naira investments through tourism, creative economy

Lagos targets multi-billion naira investments through tourism, creative economy

By Henry Obetta The Lagos State government said it has intensified efforts to position tourism and the creative economy as major drivers of economic growth, saying the sector is being deliberately developed to attract multi-billion naira investments, create jobs and expand opportunities for small businesses.Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Idris […]

How Lagos emerged best state in Nigeria – pSPI

How Lagos emerged best state in Nigeria – pSPI

By Matthew Johnson Phillips Consulting State Performance Index (pSPI), a comprehensive assessment of governance and development outcomes across the country has announced Lagos State as Nigeria’s leading subnational government after emerging as the only state to attain a five-star rating in the 2025. The annual ranking, released by Phillips Consulting, evaluated the 36 states and […]

Ports police seeks stronger media collaboration to boost maritime security

Ports police seeks stronger media collaboration to boost maritime security

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Ports Authority Police (Western) Command has called for deeper collaboration with maritime journalists as part of efforts to strengthen security within Nigeria’s port environment and support the growth of the nation’s maritime economy. Commissioner of Police, Ports Authority Police (Western) Command, CP Oluwatoyin Iyabode Agbaminoja, made the call on Tuesday while […]

Cybersecurity firm joins global payment security rule-makers

Cybersecurity firm joins global payment security rule-makers

African cybersecurity and compliance technology company helping financial institutions automate regulatory compliance, fraud monitoring and risk management, Smartcomply, has joined the PCI Security Standards Council, PCI SSC, as a new Associate Participating Organization. The move makes Smartcomply one of the first Nigerian companies in the cybersecurity and compliance technology category to formally contribute to the […]

Legend Internet reassures investors of future earnings amid expansion drive

Legend Internet reassures investors of future earnings amid expansion drive

By Peter Egwuatu Investors in Legend Internet Plc have been reassured of stronger future earnings prospects as the Company continues to expand its infrastructure, strengthen liquidity, and maintain a resilient equity base, despite weaker earnings recorded in its unaudited six-month results ended in January 2026. The broadband and digital services provider posted a negative earnings […]

MARAN, NPCC seek stronger partnership to drive maritime sector growth

MARAN, NPCC seek stronger partnership to drive maritime sector growth

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The newly elected leadership of the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria, MARAN has pledged to deepen collaboration with the Nigerian Port, Consultative Council NPCC as part of efforts aimed at promoting reforms, professionalism and sustainable development within the nation’s maritime industry. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the MARAN […]