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SEC Increases Capital Base for Market Operators

Nigeria's SEC has significantly raised the minimum capital for capital market operators, with issuing houses now requiring N7bn. The deadline for compliance is June 2027. Read more on the new policy.

Farmers Urge FG to Subsidise Solar-Powered Irrigation

A new study reveals over 99% of Kebbi farmers know solar irrigation, but under 30% use it due to high costs. Farmers are begging for government subsidies to boost food security and year-round farming.

NGX, DEG Target $3bn Climate Capital for Nigeria

NGX Group partners with Germany's DEG to unlock $2.5-$3.0 billion in climate-linked capital for Nigerian corporates. Learn how the CEO Roundtable aims to boost sustainability and investment.

RMB Nigeria Meets CBN Capital Requirement Ahead of Deadline

Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria has successfully met the CBN's new N50 billion minimum capital requirement for merchant banks, achieving the milestone in December 2025. This move strengthens regulatory compliance and market confidence.

Fiji Leads Global Climate Action with 2026 Goals

Fiji is advancing renewable energy, community adaptation, and global advocacy, positioning itself as a climate leader. Discover how its 2026 vision offers hope and a model for action.

Osun Trains 1,000 in Waste-to-Energy Conversion

Osun State empowers 1,000 youths and women with practical skills to convert waste into clean energy and income. The initiative targets green entrepreneurship and a circular economy.

N4bn Smart Agric Project Benefits 14,000 Bauchi Farmers

Over 14,000 smallholder farmers in Bauchi North are gaining climate resilience and income through a N4 billion regenerative agriculture initiative by Heineken Africa Foundation and Nigerian Breweries. Read more.

4.5m Nigerians to Get Climate-Smart Agric Empowerment

The Federal Government partners with UNESCO REF to train 4.5 million Nigerians in hydroponics and kenaf farming, boosting food security and climate resilience. Learn how this initiative promises significant income.

Japan's Oyster Crisis: 90% Die as Seas Warm

Massive oyster deaths in Japan's top farming region linked to rising sea temperatures from climate change. 90% losses reported, threatening exports. Read the full report.

Nigeria Plans Bamboo Homes for Housing Crisis

Nigeria explores bamboo construction to tackle 22 million housing deficit. Federal Ministry of Science and Technology pushes climate-smart solution amid expert concerns about implementation challenges.

Africa's $90B Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action

African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.

NADF Infuses Insurance into Agricultural Loans

NADF signs MoU with Leadway Assurance and Verdure Climate to provide insurance packages for agricultural loans, enhancing climate resilience for smallholder farmers across Nigeria.

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