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The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the National Electronic Assets Register to enhance transparency in the management of public funds and improve the tracking and accessibility of national assets. Speaking at the official launch on Thursday, the Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, explained that the initiative…

The Pan African Conglomerate Dangote Industries Limited, (Dangote Group), and its subsidiaries has disclosed that it paid over N402 billion in taxes in 2024, making it the highest taxpayer in the country. Dangote’s Chief Branding and Communication Officer, Anthony Chiejina, declared during a meeting with some senior media executives who…

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, today officially flagged off the Reconstruction and Upgrade of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, Borno State. The landmark project underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing water resource infrastructure, ensuring flood control, and fostering economic growth in the region.…

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari has said that the world recognizes Africa as the next destination of providing greater support to the global energy market, recognizing Nigeria’s position as the largest producer of oil and gas in the continent. Kyari disclosed this while delivering an…

The Federal Government has solicited the support of religious leaders to end open defecation in Nigeria by 2030. Professor Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, made the call on Tuesday when he led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Reverend Ignatius…

The Federal Government has established 12 water quality laboratories, leveraging modern technologies to enhance water monitoring and surveillance across the country. Minister of Water Resources, Prof. Joseph Utsev, disclosed on Tuesday, at the maiden edition of the Annual Water Quality Conference in Abuja, reaffirming the Ministry’s commitment to ending open…

Partnership To Boost Nigeria, Africa’s Energy, Maritime Sectors Concisedailynews – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited have today announced the signing of a new joint venture that will transform Nigerian maritime transportation. The agreement, signed in London last week, aims to create a…

The Federal Ministry of Works (FMoW) and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMoCIDE) have established a Joint Standing Committee on the Protection of Fiber Optic Cables to address the persistent issue of fiber optic cuts and damages caused by road construction and rehabilitation activities. These disruptions…

Clinging onto its position as Africa’s leading conglomerate, the Dangote Industries Limited has instituted a plethora of cutting-edge technology in creating top-notch efficiency for all its companies. Speaking weekend at the just concluded 46th Edition of the Kaduna International Trade Fair, Senior Advisor to the President of the Dangote Group, Fatima…

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the Bank’s dedication to enhancing economic cooperation between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During a courtesy visit to the CBN headquarters by the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, H.E. Faisal…