September 19, 2025

Federal Government

Business

FG Launches Climate Investment Platform to Attract $500 Million in Green Financing

In a major move to bolster Nigeria’s climate resilience and environmental sustainability, the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has unveiled a Climate Investment Platform aimed at unlocking over $500 million in green finance to support eco-friendly projects across the country. The initiative, which was launched in Abuja, is a strategic component of Nigeria’s commitment to

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Economy General Policy update

FG Advocates Strategic Deployment of Pension Assets to Boost Economic Growth

The Federal Government has called for the strategic utilization of Nigeria’s growing pension assets to support key sectors of the economy, emphasizing that proper deployment could serve as a catalyst for national development and long-term financial sustainability. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, made this known during a

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Business Economy

FG Seeks Stronger Collaboration with Traditional Institutions to Drive Economic Development and Unity

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening partnerships with traditional institutions across the country as part of its broader strategy to foster economic development and social cohesion. This pledge was made by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a courtesy visit to the Lamido

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Business Economy

FG Partners CIG Motors to Train Youths on Auto Repairs, Maintenance Under Skill-to-Wealth Scheme

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CIG Motors Company Limited to provide technical training in automobile repairs and maintenance for beneficiaries of its flagship Skill-to-Wealth programme. The agreement, signed in Abuja, marks a significant step in the government’s drive to tackle

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Business Economy

Federal Government Seeks Collaboration with Traditional Institutions to Foster Economic Growth and Social Cohesion

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with traditional institutions and other relevant stakeholders to drive economic growth and social cohesion in the country. This initiative underscores the government’s recognition of the pivotal role traditional institutions play in community development, conflict resolution, and the preservation of cultural heritage. By leveraging the influence and

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Economy Education Policy update

Federal Government Cancels Foreign Scholarship Scheme Amid Economic Realignment

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially announced the cancellation of its long-standing foreign scholarship scheme, citing economic constraints and the urgent need to redirect funding toward revitalizing the country’s domestic education sector. The announcement, made by the Federal Ministry of Education through the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB), confirms that the government will no longer

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General Technology

FG Approves New NIMC Service for Safer, Easier NIN-Based Identity Verification

In a major step toward enhancing digital security and identity management, the Federal Government has approved a new service by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) that allows for safer and more efficient verification of individuals using their National Identification Number (NIN). The new verification platform, which was recently endorsed by the Federal Executive Council

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General

Federal Government Commends Progress on Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road, Section I, Phase 1

The Federal Government has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction work on the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road, specifically Section I, Phase 1. This section, which spans from Abuja to Kaduna, is a critical component of the broader infrastructure initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity and economic activities in the northern corridor. During a recent inspection tour, the Minister

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Health Policy update

FG and Nasarawa State Sign MoU to Establish Federal University Teaching Hospital in Lafia

In a significant move to bolster tertiary healthcare and medical education, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Nasarawa State Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to convert the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital (DASH) in Lafia into the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital. The agreement, formalized in Abuja, is part of the

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General

Neglect of Procurement Rules: CIPSMN Accuses Government of Fueling Resource Mismanagement

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Chain Management of Nigeria (CIPSMN) has delivered a scathing assessment of the federal government’s handling of public resources, squarely blaming persistent neglect of procurement and supply chain management principles for the country’s recurring mismanagement woes. At the recent induction ceremony for new members in Lagos, the institute’s Registrar

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