Nigeria’s Leather Industry Could Generate N23bn, Create 700,000 Jobs, Says Idi Maiha
The federal government has projected the leather industry could generate N23bn annually and create 700,000 jobs if fully harnessed.
The federal government has projected the leather industry could generate N23bn annually and create 700,000 jobs if fully harnessed.
FCT IRS recorded N252.8bn revenue, achieving its 2024 target through expanded organisational reforms and strategic initiatives.
President Tinubu has reshuffled 11 federal permanent secretaries, directing completion of all transitions by 31st December 2024.
The NLC has demanded wider consultation on tax bills, condemning the exclusion of workers from critical policy discussions.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has bolstered Lagos security with vehicles, drones, and bulletproof vests for the police.
AGF Fagbemi has declared that governors lack legal authority to suspend or remove elected local government officials.
Former president Buhari has insisted his personal plot of land remains intact, refuting claims of revocation by the FCTA.
Governor Biodun Oyebanji has requested donations to special schools in Ekiti State, replacing celebrations for his 57th birthday
President Tinubu has expressed sorrow over the Ibadan stampede tragedy, demands accountability, urges safety measures, and emphasised children’s protection at events.
Moroccan mediation has helped to secure the release of four French nationals detained in Burkina Faso for over a year.
Oyo police have arrested eight people, including ex-wife of the Ooni of Ife, over carnival stampede in Ibadan that killed 35
Nigeria’s 2025 budget has passed its second reading in the National Assembly amid mixed lawmaker reactions
Tanimu Yakubu has emphasised substantial investment in Nigeria’s crude oil sector, highlighting the government’s resolve to boost output.
Confidence Macharry, Security Analyst has emphasised restoring traditional dispute resolution and enhancing governance to reduce Nigeria’s crime rates and socio-political disparities.
Tanimu Yakubu has outlined structural reforms, including personnel changes and enhanced monitoring, to improve 2024 budget implementation.
DG Budget office Yakubu urges Nigerians to embrace tax reforms, emphasising that change could lead to positive outcomes for economic growth.
Dangote Refinery has reduced petrol prices to N899/ltr for 2 million litres, aiming to stabilise the market and support marketers.
A stampede at an Ibadan children’s funfair organised by WINGS has resulted in fatalities, mostly children, and several injuries.
Archbishop Kaigama has criticised Kemi Badenoch’s comments, warning that they reinforce harmful stereotypes and divide Nigerians along ethnic and religious lines.
FG has launched the $750m DARES programme, aimed at providing renewable energy to 13 million Nigerians, with World Bank support.
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