Nigeria Joins Unified West African Power Grid: A Step Toward Stable and Affordable Electricity 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 November 2025

Nigeria has achieved a major milestone by successfully synchronising its national electricity grid with the West African Power Pool (WAPP) network. The test, conducted between 5:04 a.m. and 9:04 a.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025, connected Nigeria, Niger Republic, and parts of Benin and Togo

$410m Omi Eko Project Set to Transform Lagos Waterways and Ease Traffic Congestion 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 October 2025

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has unveiled the $410 million Omi Eko Project, an ambitious initiative designed to revolutionize water transportation across Lagos. The project, meaning “Water of Lagos”, aims to turn the state’s waterways from barriers into vital corridors of opportunity—connecting communities,

AfDB’s $500 Million Loan: How Nigerians Can Benefit from the Support 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 October 2025

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced a $500 million loan to Nigeria as part of a broader $1 billion programme aimed at supporting economic and power sector reforms. The funding is designed to strengthen the government’s budget, promote infrastructure development, and boost energy supply across the country.  According to AfDB executives, the loan reflects

Ibadan Airport and Circular Road Near Completion

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 September 2025

Oyo State Acting Governor, Abdulraheem Lawal, has assured residents that two key projects — the upgrade of Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport and the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road — are close to completion.  During an inspection visit, Lawal explained that the airport upgrade has reached about 75–76% completion and will be ready for takeoff […]

Invest in Nigeria: LCCI and Partners Call on Global Investors 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 August 2025

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has urged global investors to explore Nigeria’s vast opportunities in technology, agribusiness, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Speaking at the Invest Nigeria 2025 International Business Conference and Expo, LCCI President, Gabriel Idahosa, highlighted Nigeria’s

Examination Hall Collapses on WASSCE Candidates in Taraba During Heavy Downpour 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 May 2025

Dozens of students writing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) at Government Secondary School, Namnai, in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, narrowly escaped death on Wednesday evening when their examination hall collapsed during a downpour accompanied by a windstorm.  According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred around 6pm,

Govt Allocates N18bn for Compensation Along Lagos-Calabar Highway 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 November 2024

Federal Ministry of Works – ARDnig The government has committed N18 billion to compensate property owners affected by the Lagos-Calabar highway project. Minister Umahi highlighted legal challenges and emphasized transparency in the compensation process. Contracts for delayed projects have been terminated to ensure progress, and emergency funds have been recommended

Nigeria’s Federal Government Approves N1.455 Trillion for Road Projects

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 July 2024

President Bola Tinubu Approved N1.455 Trillion for road Project – ARDnig The Nigerian Federal Government has approved a massive investment of N1.455 trillion for road construction projects across thirteen states, enhancing key routes like the Abeokuta-Iboro-Ilaro Road and the Benin-Akure-Ilesha Road. Additionally, the government is procuring 7,887 dialysis