The Federal Government has deployed 40 full-time Coastal Highway Guards to protect the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway from vandalism, hawking and other activities that could undermine the major infrastructure project. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, disclosed this during the launch of the guards in Lagos, according to a post by Jubril A. Gawat, Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The guards will maintain a constant presence along the highway, monitor the corridor, report suspicious activities and incidents of vandalism, and restrict hawking, loitering and the use of commercial motorcycles and tricycles on the route.…
Author: Elvis Eromosele
The Federal Government says it has reconstructed more than 10 bridges in each state of the federation and completed over 260 emergency road rehabilitation projects nationwide at a cost exceeding N250 billion over the past three years. Senator Dave Umahi, Minister of Works, disclosed this on Sunday during a stakeholder engagement and the flag-off of road projects in Lagos. Umahi also provided updates on the ongoing repairs of the Eko Bridge and the deployment of 40 highway guards to protect the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. According to the minister, all 260 emergency road projects have been completed, describing the scale of…
By Opatola Victor The recent escalation between the Presidency and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria deserves careful reflection. This is not because the bishops are beyond criticism, nor because the government should never respond to public commentary. In every constitutional democracy, robust disagreement is both inevitable and healthy. Governments are entitled to defend their policies, and religious leaders are equally entitled to express their views on matters affecting the nation. However, statecraft often requires distinguishing between winning an argument and unprofitable self-sabotage. From a statecraft and diplomatic perspective, the Presidency may have a greater interest in managing this relationship than…
The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to appoint Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and fully comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) 2023, in a move aimed at strengthening data privacy, accountability and public trust across government institutions. The directive is contained in Circular No. 59805/S.I/74, dated July 27, 2026, and signed by Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). The circular was announced by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) in a statement issued by its Head of Legal, Enforcement and Regulations, Babatunde Bamigboye. According to the circular, President Bola…
…Partnership with Bergmans Security aims to digitise customs systems, strengthen trade facilitation and deepen continental economic integration The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has signed a 20-year concession agreement with Bergmans Security Consultant and Supplies Limited to drive customs modernisation across Africa, in a move aimed at accelerating intra-African trade and strengthening economic integration. The agreement, signed in Abuja, will be executed through Bergmans’ subsidiary, AfriTrade CMP Limited. It is designed to deploy advanced digital technologies to modernise customs administration, improve transparency, facilitate cross-border trade and enhance revenue collection across participating African countries. Speaking at the signing ceremony,…
Nigerian businesses and households expect inflationary pressures to ease over the next six months, but rising energy costs remain the biggest source of concern, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) July 2026 Inflation Expectation Survey. The survey found that although respondents anticipate a gradual decline in inflation-related spending, the cost of petrol, diesel and electricity continues to shape perceptions of rising prices more than any other factor. According to the report, energy costs ranked as the most significant driver of inflation perceptions among both businesses and households. Businesses assigned energy costs a score of 74.1 points, while households…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signalled plans to list the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), a move that would allow Nigerians and other investors to own shares in the state-owned energy company. The President disclosed this on Thursday while receiving the board and management of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) at the State House in Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to using the capital market to drive investment, expand public ownership and support economic growth. Tinubu said the NNPC would first undergo further reforms before being listed as a publicly traded company. Drawing…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its support for Nigeria’s digital economy agenda through initiatives that expand digital opportunities, strengthen human capital and ensure that no community is left behind in Nigeria’s digital economy as it formalised a 15-year operational lease of the NCC Digital Industrial Park and NCC Learning Centre in Enugu to the Enugu State Government. Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, announced the partnership at the handover ceremony in Enugu, describing the facilities as platforms designed to develop the people, ideas and enterprises that will power Nigeria’s digital future.…
Nestlé Nigeria Plc has opened applications for its 2026/2027 Community Scholarship Programme, continuing its commitment to supporting young people in its host communities and helping students achieve their academic goals. Since its launch in 2020, the programme has supported more than 250 students, helping to reduce the financial challenges associated with education and creating opportunities for young Nigerians to succeed. The scholarship programme is designed specifically for Science and Technology students and provides financial support for tuition, books, and other school-related costs. Through this initiative, Nestlé aims to support young people in developing the skills and knowledge needed to contribute…
Beta Glass Plc delivered a strong second-quarter performance in 2026, reporting a 13.8 per cent increase in revenue as sustained customer demand and export sales helped offset a challenging operating environment. The West and Central African glass container manufacturer recorded Q2 revenue of N42.18 billion, up from N37.07 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. The performance lifted first-half revenue to N79.71 billion, representing a 1.9 per cent increase over the N78.23 billion posted in the first half of last year. The company announced the results in its unaudited financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2026, released…