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Dangote Refinery produces 57 million litres of petrol daily, meets Nigeria’s local demand

February 24, 2025

Dangote Refinery produces 57 million litres of petrol daily, meets Nigeria’s local demand

Dangote group has announced that the Dangote Refinery is now refining 57 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, daily.

Options for owning homes as costs surge

February 24, 2025

Options for owning homes as costs surge

There are several options for owning homes in Nigeria even in the midst of age-old housing shortages in Africa’s most populous nation.

43 million households live in substandard houses – Minister

February 24, 2025

43 million households live in substandard houses – Minister

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has disclosed that 43 million households in Nigeria are living in substandard houses.

National Assembly secures additional N50 Billion for Housing Ministry in 2025 Budget

February 20, 2025

National Assembly secures additional N50 Billion for Housing Ministry in 2025 Budget

The National Assembly has secured an additional N50 billion for the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development in the 2025 budget.

Naira strengthens at parallel market, weakens on official window

February 17, 2025

Naira strengthens at parallel market, weakens on official window

In the past week, the naira experienced a mixed performance across various segments, reflecting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to stabilise the currency.

FG to audit housing assets nationwide, sets up task team in states

February 14, 2025

FG to audit housing assets nationwide, sets up task team in states

The Federal Government has announced plans to audit its housing assets and enhance ground rent collection by establishing Task Teams in each state to improve oversight and accountability.

Lagos govt to mark illegal buildings on Banana Island for demolition

February 13, 2025

Lagos govt to mark illegal buildings on Banana Island for demolition

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to mark illegal buildings on Banana Island for demolition, starting Monday, February 17, 2025.

Fragvest secures $350,000 fund to democratize property ownership in Nigeria

February 10, 2025

Fragvest secures $350,000 fund to democratize property ownership in Nigeria

Fragvest, a real estate investment platform, has secured a $350,000 pre-seed investment from Sthenic Finance & Advisory Limited, marking a significant milestone in its mission to democratize property ownership in Nigeria.

N70,000 minimum wage: States’ salaries rise by 90% to N3.8tn

February 10, 2025

N70,000 minimum wage: States’ salaries rise by 90% to N3.8tn

The amount budgeted for personnel costs, including salaries and allowances to state civil servants, has increased from N2.036tn spent in 2024 to N3.87tn in the approved 2025 budget.

Lagos govt allocates funds for urban renewal, technical studies of Fourth Mainland Bridge in 2025 budget

February 8, 2025

Lagos govt allocates funds for urban renewal, technical studies of Fourth Mainland Bridge in 2025 budget

The Lagos State Government has allocated funds for urban renewal and technical studies of the Fourth Mainland Bridge as part of its 2025 budget.

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