The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the Nigeria–East/Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor, aimed at facilitating and expanding trade between Nigeria and key African markets. The initiative provides Nigerian exporters with discounted air freight rates of up to 50%, making it easier and more affordable to access East and Southern African countries. Unveiled at
In a strategic move to bolster food security and stimulate agricultural entrepreneurship, the Lagos State Government has launched a global alliance with international partners, development agencies, and private stakeholders. The initiative aims to position Lagos as a leading hub for innovative agribusiness and sustainable food systems in West Africa. The announcement came during the sixth
In a concerted effort to restore environmental sanity and curb indiscriminate waste disposal, the Lagos State Government has partnered with the Nigerian Navy’s Western Naval Command to embark on a large-scale clean-up exercise in the Apapa area. The joint operation, which took place over the weekend, targeted critical locations including Aremu Junction, Trailer Park, Mobil
Lagos – In a fresh push to deepen reforms and improve service delivery across the state, the Lagos State Government has appointed a new batch of Public Service Innovation Ambassadors. The announcement was made through the Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation (OTCI), with the appointees drawn from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). According
ABUJA, Nigeria – In a bold move to strengthen national security, the Department of State Services (DSS) has announced plans to establish dedicated security units focused on protecting schools and religious centres across the country. This initiative is aimed at countering the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism in Nigeria’s most vulnerable spaces. The
The Dangote Group has entered into a multi-billion naira agricultural partnership with the Niger State Government aimed at transforming rice production and advancing Nigeria’s food security agenda. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 Niger National Trade Fair in Minna, Senior Special Adviser to the President of Dangote Group, Fatima Abdurrahman, announced that the company
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is preparing to meet with Kenya Airways following the airline’s request to discuss the recent N3 million fine imposed over its alleged mistreatment of a Nigerian passenger, Gloria Omisore. Speaking in an interview, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, confirmed that Kenya
MOJEC International, a leading indigenous meter manufacturing company, has thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s “Nigeria First Policy,” describing the move to ban the importation of products that can be produced locally as bold, visionary, and transformative for the country’s industrial and economic landscape. In a statement released on Friday, the Chairman of MOJEC,
Renowned public health expert, Dr. Chinedu Agbakwuru, has called on all tiers of government and key stakeholders in Nigeria’s health sector to adopt data-driven reforms as a foundation for innovation and sustainable healthcare development. In a statement issued on Sunday, Dr. Agbakwuru emphasised that leveraging accurate and actionable data is critical to building efficient, responsive,
The Ogun State Government has sealed six companies across the state for flouting environmental regulations, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the ecosystem and enforcing compliance among industrial operators. In a statement released on Saturday via X (formerly Twitter), the Ogun Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA) announced the closure of the affected firms, naming them as Winwin
