Coastal Highway: Experts Endorse Project, Urge Inclusive Pla
Stakeholders in the built environment have stated that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has the potential to improve national connectivity, strengthen regional development, support logistics, open economic opportunities, promote tourism, connect coastal markets and reduce spatial isolation. This formed the thrust of discussions on Thursday at the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, during the 2026 Femi Olomola […]
FG Pushes Completion of Abuja-Keffi Road Project
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work on the reconstruction and expansion of the 43.65-kilometre Mararaba–Keffi Road, reiterating the Federal Government’s resolve to end the era of abandoned and substandard infrastructure projects across the country. Umahi made the remarks during an inspection of ongoing Federal Government […]
SMEs Need Infrastructure Beyond Financing – FCMB VP
Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises need more than access to finance to thrive, according to FCMB’s Senior Vice President and Divisional Head of Business Banking, George Ogbonnaya, who highlights infrastructure, skills and digital transformation as critical growth drivers, in this interview with OKECHUKWU NNODIM Beyond financing, what additional support do Nigerian businesses need to scale […]
Segilola Inaugurates Road, Water Projects in Osun
Segilola Resources Operating Limited has commissioned infrastructure and community development projects in Osun State, including a rehabilitated road network and a community-owned water production facility in Ijesaland. The projects were unveiled during a visit by His Imperial Majesty, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup (Ajimoko III), to the company’s operations in Odo-Ijesa […]
Ogun APM Gov Candidate Pledges Inclusive, Transparent Govern
The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement in Ogun State, Rotimi Babajide, has pledged to run an all-inclusive, transparent and people-driven administration if elected governor of the state in the 2027 elections. Babajide, a town planning expert, said governance must be anchored on broad participation, accountability and shared prosperity. The APM governorship candidate stated […]
Keyamo appointed AfDB champion for Africa aviation reform
The African Development Bank has appointed Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, as the African champion for its newly unveiled Integrated Aviation Transformation Programme for Africa, a $7bn initiative aimed at repositioning the continent’s aviation industry. According to the letter of appointment obtained by our correspondent on Wednesday, the appointment follows what […]
Builders Advocate Durable Plumbing Amid Quality Concerns
As Nigeria’s construction sector continues to evolve, industry players are intensifying calls for improved material quality and modern plumbing systems. This was evident in Lagos during a recent gathering of construction professionals, where Kazeem Royal Properties and Constructions Ltd. emphasised the need for durable and technology-driven plumbing solutions. The event coincided with the inauguration of […]