FG Raises N2.69trn from Bond Market in Three Months   The Federal Government borrowed N2.69tn from the domestic bond market in the first quarter of 2026, as strong investor demand continued to drive subscriptions above offer levels despite tighter allotments, an...

DisCos Deploy 130,209 Meters Through N49bn Funding Scheme   Not less than 130,209 meters were installed by electricity distribution companies under the Meter Acquisition Fund framework, even as the Federal Government invested N49bn in the MAF between 2024 and 2025. Reports and...

FG Pays Out N396.7m Insurance Claims to Farmers   In a move aimed at shielding Nigeria’s fragile food system from climate shocks, the Federal Government, through the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit, has partnered with Leadway Assurance and PULA Advisors to...

Tinubu Okays N17bn Developmental Fund for 8,804 Wards   The federal government has approved the establishment of a Community-Based National Social Action Fund Taskforce to drive grassroots development and accelerate socio-economic improvements across Nigeria’s 8,804 wards. A statement signed by the Assistant...

Dangote Plans Major East African Refinery   Aliko Dangote, chairman of Dangote Group, has vowed to replicate his 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) Nigerian refinery in East Africa with support from governments in the region. Dangote spoke on Thursday at the 2026...

Shettima Urges Expansion of PPP Projects to Drive Economic Ambitions   Nigeria on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to unlocking the full value of national assets and attracting global capital. This is coming just as Vice President Kashim Shettima, has called for an...