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.
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Lagos Sets 18-Month Timeline to Close Major Landfills
Lagos State Government announces Olusosun and Soluos dump sites will be decommissioned within 18 months. New waste plants in Badagry, Ikorodu, and Epe to serve as alternatives. Read more about the environmental transformation.
Nigeria, Denmark Deepen AMR and Food Safety Collaboration
Nigeria and Denmark strengthen their alliance to combat antimicrobial resistance, enhance food safety, and promote climate-smart agriculture. Discover how this partnership is building resilient food systems for a healthier future.
Jigawa Partners AfricaRice for 3.6M MT Rice by 2030
Jigawa State partners with AfricaRice to produce 3.6 million metric tonnes of rice annually by 2030, contributing 40% of Nigeria's rice needs through climate-smart innovations.
Ministers Announce Digital Education Transformation Plan
Education and Communications ministers reveal joint push for integrated digital learning ecosystem. Smart boards, zero-rated data for teachers, and nationwide connectivity planned.
Smart Toilet Facility Launched in Nasarawa State
Federal Government inaugurates smart toilet at Orange Market, Mararaba to mark 2025 World Toilet Day. Minister Lawal emphasizes sanitation as fundamental human right.
$460m Abuja CCTV Project Failure Under Investigation
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
100 Free Homes for Kaduna Widows and Orphans
Widows and orphans in Kaduna receive 100 free homes through Adashe Women Housing project. Dr. Umma Sani's childhood homelessness inspired this life-changing initiative.
Science Ministries Fail Innovation - Experts Demand Reform
Education experts criticize Nigeria's Science and Technology ministries for inadequate innovation support. They urge curriculum reforms emphasizing entrepreneurship from primary level.
Nigeria's Malaria Death Toll Hits Alarming Rate
Hacey Health Initiative raises alarm as Nigeria accounts for over 39% of Africa's malaria deaths. Vulnerable groups at highest risk. Learn about intervention efforts.
Smart Tech Can Fast-Track Nigeria's Growth - Adeleke
Nigerian scholar Olaoluwa Adeleke reveals how renewable energy and digital technologies can help Nigeria skip decades of slow infrastructure growth and build smart, resilient cities.
Katsina invests N14bn in water conservation project
Katsina State Government begins N14.05 billion water conservation project in Faskari to fight desertification, boost agriculture and enhance water security for communities.
Arewa Youths Demand Umahi's Resignation Over Road Project
Arewa Youth Assembly petitions President Tinubu, calls for Works Minister David Umahi's resignation over alleged poor handling of Kaduna-Abuja highway project. Read full details.
Ebonyi Community Funds School Infrastructure
Over 300 members of Ntezi community in Ebonyi State fund SMART Project, providing whiteboards to public schools. This community-led initiative enhances learning and calls for government support.
Tinubu launches global flood disaster management project
President Bola Tinubu launches Global Flood Disaster Management Project to combat climate change effects and enhance Nigeria's flood resilience through proactive measures.
Rivers revokes land for waste disposal facility
Rivers State Government acquires 65,757.74m² land in Igwuruta for REWAMA waste disposal project under public interest. Read details on the Land Use Act invocation.
NGO Pledges Support for Persons With Disabilities
Project Enable Africa commits to empowering Persons With Disabilities as active architects of Africa's inclusive future at AbilityX 1.0 conference on December 2 in Lagos.
Lagos-Calabar Highway Section Opens December 2025
Federal Government confirms the first 47km of Lagos-Calabar coastal highway will open to motorists between December 12-17, 2025. Get the latest updates on this transformative infrastructure project.
FG Tasks Quantity Surveyors on Infrastructure Cost Control
Federal Government charges quantity surveyors to eliminate project wastage and inflated costs through strict cost management and value optimization in national infrastructure delivery.
EEDC Denies Imo Power Outage Sabotage Allegations
EEDC refutes Imo State's claim of a planned massive power outage, calling it propaganda. The company urges the government to enable, not frustrate, its operations. Read the full details.
Rivers Revokes Land for Waste Disposal Project
Rivers State Government acquires 65,758 sq metres in Igwuruta for a new waste disposal and recycling facility to boost public health and environmental management.
Sokoto's Agricultural Revolution: Desert to Export Hub
Governor Ahmed Aliyu is transforming Sokoto State into a major agro-export hub through irrigation, value addition, and strategic trade links. Discover how this SMART Agenda is creating jobs and boosting the economy.
Victony Drops 'Very Stubborn' EP with Don Jazzy, Terry G
Nigerian star Victony unveils his new EP 'Very Stubborn' featuring collaborations with Don Jazzy and Terry G. Discover the project's emotional depth and challenging release timing amid national security concerns.
U.S. clears G42 to import advanced AI chips to UAE
U.S. grants G42 approval to import high-end AI chips, strengthening UAE-U.S. tech partnership and establishing UAE as secure global AI hub with major computing projects underway.
Kebbi Assembly suspends LG chairman for alleged graft
Kebbi State House of Assembly suspends Fakai Local Council Chairman Muhammad Fawa for six months over corruption, theft of transformers, and illegal farmland allocations. Read full details.
ExxonMobil relaunches Mozambique gas project
ExxonMobil resumes its Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique after a 4-year jihadist insurgency pause. Production expected by 2030, boosting regional economy.
Climate Crisis Deepens in Southwest Nigeria - Experts
Climate Equity Project reveals worsening climate impacts in Oyo, Osun, and Ondo states. Urgent government action needed on flooding, infrastructure, and policy implementation.
Jolly Phonics: Nigeria's Most Successful Literacy Project
State education boards celebrate Jolly Phonics as Nigeria's most impactful literacy initiative, with 60% improvement in Primary 1 reading since 2019. Learn how this program transforms education.
Kebbi Assembly suspends LG boss over corruption
Kebbi State House of Assembly suspends Fakai LG chairman for alleged corruption, theft of transformers & illegal farmland allocations. Full details on the investigation findings and recommendations.
Flooding Endangers Maternal Healthcare in Lagos
Project HER reveals how flooding isolates Lagos communities, cripples maternal healthcare, and exposes thousands of women and children to disease. Urgent government action is needed.
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