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- 1Shettima urges permanent African seat on UN Security Council●Shettima calls for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council — Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, arguing the continent deserves a standing voice in global security decisions. The demand echoes the long-running Ezulwini consensus, backed by the African Union, which seeks at least two permanent seats for Africa. The appeal comes amid ongoing debate over reforming the council, whose permanent membership has remained unchanged since 1945.
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Nigeria's coastal communities face growing threats from rising sea levels, with erosion, flooding and saltwater intrusion putting homes and livelihoods at risk in low-lying areas, including parts of the Niger Delta and Lagos coastline. The report highlights the human cost of climate change in West Africa and the pressure on authorities to protect vulnerable populations.
- 3Nigeria seen hitting 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikes●COMMENT: Nigeria heads for 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikes, Capital Economics says
Capital Economics forecasts Nigeria's economy growing at around 5%, while Kenya is expected to face further interest rate increases. The contrasting outlook highlights diverging monetary pressures across Africa's major economies, with Nigeria's expansion outpacing Kenya's as East Africa grapples with inflation and tighter policy.
- 4Nigeria Moves to Strengthen Forensic Engineering After 321 Collapse Deaths●321 Deaths From Building Collapses Push Nigeria to Strengthen Forensic Engineering
Nigeria is moving to strengthen forensic engineering practices following building collapses that killed 321 people. The push focuses on investigating structural failures to determine responsibility and prevent repeat disasters. Building collapses remain a recurring problem in Nigerian cities, often linked to weak enforcement of construction standards, substandard materials and unapproved designs, prompting renewed calls for accountability in the construction and real estate sector.
- 5Nigeria’s Public Debt Climbs to ₦166.79 Trillion●Nigeria’s Debt Climbs to ₦166.79tn, Putting Focus on Infrastructure and Housing Finance
Nigeria’s public debt has risen to ₦166.79 trillion, drawing renewed attention to how the country will finance infrastructure and housing. Analysts and market watchers say the growing debt burden puts pressure on government spending plans, with housing finance and infrastructure investment emerging as key areas of concern in debates over fiscal sustainability and economic priorities.
- 6Nigeria's 100,000-Home Drive Creates Jobs Across Construction●Nigeria’s 100,000-Home Drive Opens New Jobs Across Construction Value Chain
Nigeria's plan to build 100,000 homes is generating new employment opportunities across the construction value chain, from materials supply to building trades. The housing initiative is being discussed as a potential boost for the country's real estate sector and a source of widespread job creation for workers and suppliers.
- 7Nigeria's Border Demarcation Needs More Funding, NBC Says●More Funding Needed to Complete Nigeria’s International Border Demarcation, NBC Says
The Nigeria Boundary Commission says additional funding is required to complete the demarcation of Nigeria's international borders. The agency stressed that without further budgetary support, efforts to clearly delineate the country's boundaries with neighbouring states cannot be concluded. Border demarcation has long been a slow-moving project tied to regional security, cross-border trade and territorial disputes, making calls for renewed investment notable.
- 8Nigeria's biggest cable maker seeks cheaper state credit●Nigeria's biggest cable maker wants cheaper state credit
Nigeria's largest cable manufacturer is calling for access to cheaper credit from the state, arguing that lower-cost financing would support its operations and expansion in a tough economic environment. The request highlights a broader complaint among Nigerian manufacturers that high borrowing costs and limited access to affordable capital are squeezing industrial businesses.