EHCON Calls for Clear Roles in Pest Control Regulation, Urges Private Sector Growth
The Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) has emphasized the need for a clear delineation of responsibilities among stakeholders in pest control regulation while advocating for increased private sector participation in the environmental health sector. Dr. Yakubu Baba, Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of EHCON, made this call during a Multi-Stakeholder Enlightenment and Engagement Forum held on World Environment Day 2025 in...
SanlamAllianz Nigeria Unveils Merger, Positions for $1 Trillion Economy Target
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of SanlamAllianz General Insurance Nigeria, Yomi Onifade, has described the formalization of the merger between Sanlam and Allianz as timely, aligning with Nigeria’s goal of achieving a $1 trillion economy by the end of the decade. Onifade made this disclosure during the official unveiling of the merger, now branded as SanlamAllianz Nigeria, in Lagos. The...
Dangote Hints at ‘Major Shakedown’ in Nigeria’s Downstream Sector Amid Refinery Milestones
Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group and founder of the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lekki, Lagos, has hinted at an impending “major shakedown” in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector. Speaking to journalists during President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to the refinery, Dangote emphasized that the development was not about price reductions but a complete overhaul of the...
Stella Okengwu Disputes Tax Claims, Seeks Probe into Estate Demolition by Minister
The Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes Global Services Limited, Stella Okengwu, has responded to allegations made by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, regarding her company's tax obligations and the demolition of its estate in Lagos State. During the inauguration of the Lekki-Epe Deep Seaport road last week, Umahi accused Winhomes of failing to meet its tax responsibilities. He questioned...
Nigeria to Forfeit $4m from World Bank Loan Over Failed Revenue Audit
The Federal Government is set to forfeit $4 million from a World Bank loan after failing to meet international auditing standards for a key revenue reform initiative covering the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Nigeria Customs Service. This shortfall is part of the $103 million Fiscal Governance and Institutions Project, a public financial management program funded by...
Lagos Off-Grid Electricity Surpasses Nigeria’s Grid Capacity Amid Energy Crisis
A new report by the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) reveals that off-grid and self-generated electricity in Lagos State has now exceeded Nigeria’s entire grid-connected capacity, highlighting a growing energy access crisis in the country. The report underscores how this trend reflects systemic failures in meeting rising urban and industrial demand. Titled State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report 2025 , the document...
Sterling One Foundation Tackles Plastic Pollution Through Cleanups and Innovation
The Sterling One Foundation has identified plastic waste pollution as a critical issue to address this World Environment Day , leveraging community-led cleanups, strategic partnerships, and ongoing policy engagement to drive impactful change. In a statement released on Sunday, the Foundation announced its participation in WEDex 2025 , a World Environment Day convening hosted by GreenHub Africa in partnership with...
APWEN Raises Alarm Over Plastic Pollution’s Threat to Nigeria’s Tourism and Environment
The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has raised concerns about the growing menace of plastic pollution, warning that it poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s tourism industry by damaging natural attractions and deterring visitors. These observations were made during APWEN’s public lecture to commemorate World Environment Day , themed ‘Ending Plastic Pollution Using the Waste Museum Model:...
Unitellas Edge Cloud Partners with NITDA to Drive Nigeria’s Digital Future and Data Sovereignty
Unitellas Edge Cloud , a Nigerian IT company specializing in cloud services, is collaborating with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to shape Nigeria’s digital future while enhancing national security and data sovereignty. At a media briefing in Lagos, the Chief Executive Officer of Unitellas, Smith Osemeke , revealed that this goal will be achieved through a strategic partnership...
NESG, News Central TV Partner to Boost Outreach for Nigerian Economic Summit 2025
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and News Central Television have announced a strategic media partnership to enhance coverage and public engagement for the upcoming Nigerian Economic Summit 2025 . This collaboration aims to amplify discussions on Nigeria’s economic development and foster informed dialogue during the landmark event. The partnership was formalized during a recent meeting between the leadership teams...
