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FCCPC, NTDA align on service standards to drive tourism growth

By Progress Godfrey The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have pledged to work together to protect consumers, raise service standards, and boost sustainable tourism in Nigeria. This commitment was reinforced when NTDA Director General, Dr Ola Awakan, paid a courtesy visit to FCCPC Executive Vice Chairman […]

Africa’s first indigenous IOC: Elumelu, Okon and the new Seplat

By KUNLE ODUSOLA-STEVENSON For decades, the playbook for the African oil and gas sector followed a predictable script. Multinational titans—the historical International Oil Companies (IOCs)—extracted crude from the continent’s rich subsurface, while local indigenous firms operated on the margins, constrained by lack of capital, infrastructure, and deep technical expertise. Today, that old script is being rewritten. […]

Global vote of confidence for Nigeria’s social security reforms

By Victor Ahiuma-Young, GENEVA, SWITZERLAND Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to strengthen social security and employee protection have received a major international endorsement, as the International Social Security Association, ISSA, commended the country’s commitment to advancing social protection and workers’ welfare. The endorsement came on the sidelines of the ongoing 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, during […]

We’re repositioning SAPZ to attract investors, boost food production – FG

.SAPZs’ facilities nearing completion – Dr Yusuf By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA- THE Federal Government, Tuesday, assured that efforts are made to reposition the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones, SAPZ, Programme to attract investors and boost food production. Speaking on the sidelines of the CGN/AfDB SAPZ Programme Mid-Term Review Workshop held in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary, Federal […]

2026 Okpekpe Race: Carloha enhances experience with innovation, mobility, fan engagement

By Theodore Opara Carloha Nigeria, the authorised dealer of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, played a significant role in enriching the experience of participants, spectators, and organisers at the 2026 Okpekpe International Road Race held on May 30, 2026, in Okpekpe, Edo State. As part of its commitment to sports development, community engagement, and healthy living, […]

FG, UNDP finalise S’West consultations on landmark regional dev agenda

By Adeola Badru The Federal Government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have finalised South-West consultations on the National Regional Development Policy (NRDP) 2026–2030 in Ibadan, bringing Nigeria closer to adopting a landmark development agenda aimed at tackling regional disparities and driving inclusive economic growth. The workshop marked a crucial stage in the development […]

NADF flags off farm input support for 20,160 farmers in N’Central region

By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – IN a bid to boost food production, Tinubu-led administration on food security, the National Agricultural Development Fund, NADF, Wednesday, flagged off Farm Input Support Programme, FISP, in Minna Niger State as 20,160 farmers in North Central region benefit from the support. The NADF flagged off the Farm Input Support Programme […]

Osun 2026: Kukah Centre trains 45 election observers to monitor poll violence

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo As part of efforts to ensure a credible and peaceful governorship election in Osun State, The Kukah Centre (TKC) has trained 45 field observers to monitor the electoral process ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship poll. The observers, drawn from various local government areas of the state, underwent a five-day […]

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