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Lagos real estate developers challenge LAWMA over construction material levies
Lagos real estate developers have petitioned the state assembly to stop LAWMA from charging fees on construction materials, which the agency wrongly categorizes as waste.
Gombe State initiates renovation projects for Emir’s Palace and Central Mosque
The Gombe State Government has awarded a contract to Datum Construction Nigeria Limited to renovate the Gombe Emir’s Palace and Central Mosque within six months.
NCC reports over 5,000 fibre-optic cable cuts caused by construction in six months
The NCC says poor coordination between construction firms and telecom providers resulted in 5,000 fibre-optic cable cuts in the first half of 2026, threatening Nigeria's digital infrastructure.
Coastal highway service lane construction to impact 147 Lagos structures
A total of 147 structures in Lagos will be impacted by the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, with federal authorities promising compensation for affected property owners.
US Appellate Court Blocks Trump’s White House Ballroom Construction
A federal appeals court has ordered the Trump administration to stop construction on a controversial $400 million ballroom at the White House, clearing a path for a Supreme Court legal challenge.
Experts Warn of Serious Hazards in Finishing Abandoned Buildings
Construction experts warn that finishing abandoned, weather-beaten buildings is dangerous without thorough structural integrity testing to address years of degradation.
Wamakko Calls for State of Emergency on Building Expenses
Former REDAN president Dr. Aliyu Wamakko argues that the federal government must address the surging cost of construction materials rather than implementing rent controls to solve Nigeria's housing crisis.
Construction worker loses life at Camp Nou stadium site in Barcelona
A 54-year-old worker has died following an accident at the Camp Nou stadium renovation site, prompting an official investigation.
Abia State Mandates Geotechnical Testing for All New Construction Projects
Abia State has introduced a mandatory requirement for soil and geotechnical testing before new building permits are issued, following multiple recent building collapses.
Yobe State Legislature Moves to Regulate Construction and Urban Planning
The Yobe State House of Assembly is considering a bill to establish an Urban Development and Regional Planning Authority to address haphazard construction and improve infrastructure standards.