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Interview: REA Chief Abba Aliyu Discusses Strategy to Prioritize Productive Power Over Simple Consumption
REA Managing Director Dr. Abba Aliyu explains how the agency is utilizing comprehensive national data to drive economic development by prioritizing productive energy infrastructure over basic consumption.
NEDC to Deploy 10,000 Electric Vehicles Across Northeast Region
The North-East Development Commission is rolling out 10,000 electric vehicles, a 50-megawatt solar power project, and a N30 billion fund to boost regional recovery and infrastructure.
Residents of Enugu Communities Decry State of Abandoned Link Road
Residents of three agrarian communities in Enugu State are urging the government to complete a vital 7.64-kilometer road project that has been abandoned for six years, resulting in severe economic and transport difficulties.
Disputes and Unrest Emerge Over Shop Distribution at Modibbo Adama Ultra-Modern Market
Adamawa State officials are investigating fraudulent shop allocations at the new Modibbo Adama Ultra-Modern Market, blaming trade union leaders for corruption and the omission of legitimate traders.
Converting Nigerian Energy Potential into Tangible Results: Insights from NBCC Energy Day 2026
NBCC Energy Day 2026 centered on the necessity of moving Nigeria's energy sector beyond theoretical potential through disciplined execution, domestic industrialization, and a focus on natural gas as a catalyst for growth.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Advocates for Local Textile Consumption to Stimulate Industrial Growth
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to purchase locally made fabrics to support domestic industry and boost employment for women.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Pledges N2bn to Boost Akwete Weaving in Abia
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has donated N2 billion to support the Akwete fabric industry in Abia State, aiming to boost local production and preserve cultural heritage.
Ebonyi State Government Moves to Regulate Rents, Scrap Metal Trade, and Infrastructure Projects
Ebonyi State is set to regulate rent and scrap metal trading, establish herbal medicine centers, and terminate stagnant road construction projects to boost local development.
Governor Mutfwang Vows to Enhance Security and Economic Growth in Plateau
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has committed to ensuring a secure and supportive environment for businesses and residents, specifically highlighting the importance of the Igbo community's role in the state's development.
Zamfara Governor Inaugurates $200 Million Lithium Facility Expected to Employ 2,000 People
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a $200 million lithium plant in Zamfara, a project expected to create 2,000 jobs and boost the state's economic industrialization efforts.