According to the World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects published in June 2026, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has sent shockwaves through international markets, particularly by precipitating sharp increases in energy prices. This development reverberates across the globe, contributing to a projected slowdown in global growth to 2.5 percent for the year….

For decades, Nigeria’s steel industry has symbolised a promise repeatedly made but rarely fulfilled. The country has the raw materials, a large domestic market and a clear need for industrial steel, yet the ambition to build a self-sustaining steel industry has remained elusive. The Federal Government’s latest move to revive the dormant Delta Steel Company…

Urban planning is a critical component of any city’s development; as Lagos State evolves into a megacity, the importance of an efficient and transparent planning process cannot be overstated. In November 2025, Lagos State made significant strides toward modernising urban planning through the Electronic Physical Planning Process System (EPPS). This digital innovation seeks to streamline…

Electricity is a critical infrastructure that drives economic development, social welfare, and overall quality of life. In Nigeria, where power supply has long been erratic and inadequate, the government’s management of electricity tariffs and subsidies has profound implications for citizens and the economy. Recent media reports indicate the federal government plans to phase out electricity…