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- [Technology transfer in the age of economic sovereignty, By Khalil Suleiman Halilu](https://naijalens.com/technology-transfer-in-the-age-of-economic-sovereignty-by-khalil-suleiman-halilu/): Across the world, countries are rethinking how they build economic resilience. Global supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and
- [Africa’s Innovation Challenge Is Not Talent, but Turning Research Into Industry - Dr, Dahiru, Chairman PICTT](https://naijalens.com/africas-innovation-challenge-is-not-talent-but-turning-research-into-industry-dr-dahiru-chairman-pictt/): Africa’s struggle to compete in the global technology economy is not a consequence of a shortage of talent
- [Can President Tinubu Trust the Double-Faced Senator Abdulaziz Yari?](https://naijalens.com/can-president-tinubu-trust-the-double-faced-senator-abdulaziz-yari/):   Those who know Senator Abdulaziz Yari know that he is extremely wealthy—far beyond the tens of billions.
- [From R&D To Market: How NASENI Is Bridging Gaps In Nigeria’s Industrial Value Chain](https://naijalens.com/from-rd-to-market-how-naseni-is-bridging-gaps-in-nigerias-industrial-value-chain/): Nigeria for some decades has struggled to improve on its industrial outputs, but growth has been hampered by
- [Shelve Planned Protests Against Service Chiefs, Groups Urges Yari ](https://naijalens.com/shelve-planned-protests-against-service-chiefs-groups-urges-yari/): A group, the Zamfara Youth Indigenes Forum (ZYIF) have asked the former Governor of Zamfara State, Senator Abdulaziz
- [BREAKING: EFCC Intercepts Gold Bars Worth ₦4 Billion at Kano Airport, Trail Linked to Former Zamfara State Governor, Yari](https://naijalens.com/breaking-efcc-intercepts-gold-bars-worth-%e2%82%a64-billion-at-kano-airport-trail-linked-to-former-zamfara-state-governor-yari/):     A credible insider source within the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that operatives
- [DELTA-2: Why Nigeria Must Invest in the Future Before It Imports It](https://naijalens.com/delta-2-why-nigeria-must-invest-in-the-future-before-it-imports-it/):   Nations do not become global powers simply because they possess natural resources or large populations. They rise
- [Democracy Day: NASENI Reaffirms Commitment to Innovation-Driven National Development](https://naijalens.com/democracy-day-naseni-reaffirms-commitment-to-innovation-driven-national-development/):   The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure
- [Security Forces Neutralise Notorious Bandit Kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji](https://naijalens.com/security-forces-neutralise-notorious-bandit-kingpin-ibrahim-bastuji/): A coordinated operation by Nigerian security agencies has led to the elimination of notorious bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji,
- [At 2026 Oslo Forum, Amb. Tuggar Joins World Leaders to Address Global Conflicts](https://naijalens.com/at-2026-oslo-forum-amb-tuggar-joins-world-leaders-to-address-global-conflicts/): At 2026 Oslo Forum, Amb. Tuggar Joins World Leaders to Address Global Conflict Nigeria’s former Minister of Foreign
- [President Tinubu Administration Committed to Making Hydrography a National Priority — Matawalle ](https://naijalens.com/president-tinubu-administration-committed-to-making-hydrography-a-national-priority-matawalle/): The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, today received the newly appointed Hydrographer
- [Nigeria Is Not Watching—Nigeria Is Leading: How President Tinubu’s Foreign Policy Is Reshaping Africa and Repositioning Nigeria in the World](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-is-not-watching-nigeria-is-leading-how-president-tinubus-foreign-policy-is-reshaping-africa-and-repositioning-nigeria-in-the-world/): A quiet but consequential revolution has been underway in how Nigeria relates to the world is—and most Nigerians
- [Why EFCC Must Reopen Its Case Against Senator Yari - Group](https://naijalens.com/why-efcc-must-reopen-its-case-against-senator-yari-group/): The Nigerian Advocates for Anti-Corruption Forum (NAACF), a Lagos-based anti-corruption advocacy group, has called on the Economic and
- [Accelerating Technology Transfer: The Impact of PICTT’s DELTA-2 Initiative](https://naijalens.com/accelerating-technology-transfer-the-impact-of-pictts-delta-2-initiative/): A few days ago, I made a series of posts about the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer
- [How Senator Yari’s Preferred Candidates Lost Zamfara National Assembly Primaries](https://naijalens.com/how-senator-yaris-preferred-candidates-lost-zamfara-national-assembly-primaries/): Candidates reportedly backed by Senator Abdul’aziz Abubakar Yari, who represents Zamfara West Senatorial District in the 10th National
- [NASENI Opens National Voting for Innovate Naija Grand Finale](https://naijalens.com/naseni-opens-national-voting-for-innovate-naija-grand-finale/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has officially opened nationwide voting for the grand finale
- [Why We Must Not Repeat the Zamfara Mistake in Bauchi State](https://naijalens.com/why-we-must-not-repeat-the-zamfara-mistake-in-bauchi-state/): In the lead-up to Nigeria’s 2019 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State was plagued
- [FG Flags Off Reconstruction of Gombe-Biu Highway](https://naijalens.com/fg-flags-off-reconstruction-of-gombe-biu-highway/): The Federal Government has flagged off the reconstruction and dualization of the Gombe-Biu highway, a project valued at
- [STATE POLICE CONSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK NEAR COMPLETION- PRESIDENCY     ](https://naijalens.com/state-police-constitutional-framework-near-completion-presidency/): Significant progress has been made towards establishing state police, with a constitutional amendment expected soon, following months of consultations among the Executive, the
- [As ISWAP’s Foreign Fighter Pipeline Collapses, Nigeria’s Security Strategy Shows Signs of a Turning Point](https://naijalens.com/as-iswaps-foreign-fighter-pipeline-collapses-nigerias-security-strategy-shows-signs-of-a-turning-point/): In a development that would have seemed improbable only a few years ago, the Islamic State West Africa
- [NASENI Trains 50 Women in Kano on Renewable Energy Technologies](https://naijalens.com/naseni-trains-50-women-in-kano-on-renewable-energy-technologies/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), under the leadership of its Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Khalil
- [MATAWALLE JOINS PRESIDENT TINUBU TO CELEBRATE NIGERIAN NAVY AT 70, AS PRESIDENT COMMISSIONS THREE NEW VESSELS ](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-joins-president-tinubu-to-celebrate-nigerian-navy-at-70-as-president-commissions-three-new-vessels/): The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON, this week joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,
- [The New IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27: Faster, Fairer, and Firmer – What Every Football Fan Needs to Know - World Cup 2026](https://naijalens.com/the-new-ifab-laws-of-the-game-2026-27-faster-fairer-and-firmer-what-every-football-fan-needs-to-know-world-cup-2026/): The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has just unveiled the Laws of the Game 2026/27, with the changes
- [Ribadu, Gbajabiamila, Disu, lead FG Delegation To Oyo State As Tinubu Deploys 1,000 Forest Guards](https://naijalens.com/ribadu-gbajabiamila-disu-lead-fg-delegation-to-oyo-state-as-tinubu-deploys-1000-forest-guards/): Ribadu, Gbajabiamila, Disu, lead FG Delegation To Oyo State As Tinubu Deploys 1,000 Forest Guards A high-powered Federal
- [Beyond Funding and Innovation: How NASENI and NELFUND Can Build Nigeria’s Future Together](https://naijalens.com/beyond-funding-and-innovation-how-naseni-and-nelfund-can-build-nigerias-future-together/): Beyond Funding and Innovation: How NASENI and NELFUND Can Build Nigeria’s Future Together When the leadership of the
- [Presidency Dismantles Makinde’s ₦250 Billion NLNG Dividend Claim as Mathematically Impossible](https://naijalens.com/presidency-dismantles-makindes-%e2%82%a6250-billion-nlng-dividend-claim-as-mathematically-impossible/): The Presidency has firmly rejected Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s allegation that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) dividends for each state until after the 2027 elections—and has spent the money in the meantime.   Speaking at a 2027 budget stakeholders’ engagement in Ibadan on Friday, Makinde claimed each of the 36 states was entitled to ₦250 billion from reconciled NLNG dividends paid into the Federation Account. He said his administration had already identified projects to fund with Oyo’s share and questioned why the money was being delayed until after the elections. “Is the […]
- [Kwankwaso Fires Back: NDC’s “OK Ticket” Isn’t Stepping Aside for ADC or Working for APC](https://naijalens.com/kwankwaso-fires-back-ndcs-ok-ticket-isnt-stepping-aside-for-adc-or-working-for-apc/): Former Kano State Governor and NDC vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has pushed back firmly against claims that he and the Nigeria Democratic Congress are either working for the ruling APC or planning to abandon their presidential ticket in favour of the ADC candidate ahead of the 2027 election. In a detailed statement posted on X, Kwankwaso expressed deep concern over what he described as the unnecessary and unhelpful attacks coming from the ADC Presidential Campaign Council. These attacks, he said, have been directed at him, NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi, and the party itself. Rather than focusing on presenting the […]
- [Between invention and industry: Africa’s missing middle](https://naijalens.com/between-invention-and-industry-africas-missing-middle/): Africa does not lack ideas. It lacks the institutional machinery that turns them into industries. Closing that gap is the continent’s most consequential industrial challenge, writes Khalil Suleiman Halilu, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Nigeria.   Africa accounts for less than 2% of global manufacturing output. We hold 20% of the world’s land and 18% of its people. The gap between those numbers is the defining economic fact of our continent and even after decades of policy attention, it has barely moved.   The conventional explanations are infrastructure deficits, financing gaps fragmented markets […]
- [Monetary Policy and Everyday Life: The 101 on How the CBN’s Decisions Shape Nigeria’s Economy](https://naijalens.com/monetary-policy-and-everyday-life-the-101-on-how-the-cbns-decisions-shape-nigerias-economy/): For most Nigerians, monetary policy can sound distant and technical—something discussed by economists, bankers and policymakers in conference rooms. But its effects are much closer to home. Why do I say so? It can influence how much a business pays to borrow money, what a young man or woman that saves earns on a deposit, how much the Naira in your pocket can buy, how confidently companies make investment decisions (which in turn results to new businesses and jobs) and, ultimately, how quickly the prices of everyday goods and services rise. This is why the work of the Central Bank of […]
- [“How We Secured Key Private Sector Partnerships Through Strategic Financing” — Halilu](https://naijalens.com/how-we-secured-key-private-sector-partnerships-through-strategic-financing-halilu/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) contributes no more than 30 per cent of the capital required for its industrial partnerships, leaving private-sector partners to provide at least 70 per cent of the funding, its Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has said.   Halilu said the financing model was designed to use limited government resources to attract significantly larger pools of private capital into local manufacturing and technology projects.   Speaking during an interview on the Nativeland Podcast, the NASENI boss said some partnerships involve an even smaller financial commitment from the agency, with NASENI […]
- [Cardoso outlines Nigeria’s approach to credible monetary policy at IMF forum](https://naijalens.com/cardoso-outlines-nigerias-approach-to-credible-monetary-policy-at-imf-forum/): Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has outlined ‘how the Bank’s approach to committee decision-making, transparency and policy communication has strengthened the credibility of monetary policy in Nigeria. Speaking at an International Monetary Fund (IMF) seminar in Bangkok on Thursday, Cardoso shared the CBN’s experience of integrating independent expertise into its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), managing differing policy perspectives and communicating decisions clearly to financial markets and the public. The seminar, How Central Banks Decide: Committee Decision-Making and Communication in an Era of Uncertainty, brought together Cardoso, Martin Schlegel, Chairman of the Swiss National Bank’s Governing Board, […]
- [AFC appoints CBN governor Cardoso as board chairman](https://naijalens.com/afc-appoints-cbn-governor-cardoso-as-board-chairman/): The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has appointed Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), as chairman of its board of directors. The corporation announced the appointment in a statement on Wednesday, October 14, saying Cardoso succeeds Ireti Samuel-Ogbu, who will remain a member of the board. The appointment brings Cardoso’s experience in banking, economic policy and public sector leadership to the corporation as it advances infrastructure and industrial investments across Africa. Samaila Zubairu, AFC’s president and chief executive officer, said Cardoso’s leadership would strengthen the corporation’s efforts to mobilise capital for projects that support productive capacity and job […]
- [Why Monetary Policy Matters, The role of a central bank, and the limits of what it can do](https://naijalens.com/why-monetary-policy-matters-the-role-of-a-central-bank-and-the-limits-of-what-it-can-do/): Few institutions shape daily life as much as the Central Bank, and few are understood as little. Its decisions on interest rates and money supply sound technical and remote. Yet they reach the price of bread, the cost of your bus fare, the chance of finding work and the odds that a small business will survive. When a central bank does its job well, nobody notices. When it does not, everybody pays.   The job is simple to state. A central bank manages the supply and cost of money so that prices stay stable, growth is sustainable and the financial system […]
- [How NASENI Assembled Over 2,500 Drones Since I Came Into Office — Khalil Halilu](https://naijalens.com/how-naseni-assembled-over-2500-drones-since-i-came-into-office-khalil-halilu/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has assembled more than 2,500 drones in Nigeria through one of its industrial partnerships, its Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has disclosed.   Halilu, speaking during an exclusive interview on the Nativeland Podcast, said the drones were assembled under a partnership involving NASENI, as he defended the agency’s emphasis on local assembly as an important step in Nigeria’s industrialisation drive.   “We have nothing less than 2,500 drones on ground, all assembled,” Halilu said, adding that women participating in some of NASENI’s engineering programmes were involved in the initiative. […]
- [Fitch Upgrades Nigeria’s Outlook to Positive, Affirms ‘B’ Rating](https://naijalens.com/fitch-upgrades-nigerias-outlook-to-positive-affirms-b-rating/): On October 9, 2026, Fitch Ratings revised the outlook on Nigeria’s long-term issuer default ratings from Stable to Positive while affirming the rating at ‘B’. A Positive Outlook indicates that an upgrade is possible if current trends continue. Fitch linked the decision to sustained reform momentum, greater naira flexibility, disinflation, and a faster-than-expected buildup of external buffers.   Foreign exchange reserves reached $54.9 billion on September 25, 2026, up from $32 billion in mid-April 2024. Fitch cited improved reserve quality, stronger formalization of foreign-exchange transactions, portfolio inflows, higher export receipts, and remittances. The agency projects a current-account surplus of 6.4 percent […]
- [NASENI Now Operates Nearly 20 Factories Across Nigeria — Khalil Halilu](https://naijalens.com/naseni-now-operates-nearly-20-factories-across-nigeria-khalil-halilu/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) now has close to 20 factories across Nigeria as part of a broader push to turn the agency into an industrial production and technology commercialisation institution, its Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has said.   Halilu disclosed this during an interview on the Nativeland Podcast, where he outlined the agency’s evolving role in the Federal Government’s industrialisation drive and efforts to increase local production, create jobs and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imports.   “Before now, NASENI produces almost nothing, but now we can boast of close to 20 factories […]
- [PETER MBAH'S N464 BILLION SPENT ON ‘SMART SCHOOLS’: COLLAPSED ROOFS, CRACKED WALLS AND THE QUESTIONS HE MUST ANSWER](https://naijalens.com/peter-mbahs-n464-billion-spent-on-smart-schools-collapsed-roofs-cracked-walls-and-the-questions-he-must-answer/)
- [NASENI EVC Joins Vice President for UNGA81 Briefing with President Tinubu](https://naijalens.com/naseni-evc-joins-vice-president-for-unga81-briefing-with-president-tinubu/): The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, on Saturday joined Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima in Lagos to brief President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the outcomes of Nigeria’s engagements at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81). Halilu, who participated in Nigeria’s engagements on the sidelines of the General Assembly, also had the opportunity to meet with President Tinubu during the briefing. He expressed appreciation for the President’s leadership and continued support, reaffirming NASENI’s commitment to translating international partnerships and engagements into tangible opportunities for […]
- [Mbah’s 180-Day Water Promise Runs Dry as Enugu Residents Still Depend on Tankers](https://naijalens.com/mbahs-180-day-water-promise-runs-dry-as-enugu-residents-still-depend-on-tankers/): Nearly three years after Governor Peter Mbah promised to restore pipe-borne water to Enugu within 180 days, residents are still buying water from private vendors and boreholes. While billions of Naira have appeared in successive state budgets, reported releases tell a very different story.   Governor Mbah’s self-imposed deadline to restore pipe-borne water to Enugu metropolis was one of the defining pledges of his 2023 campaign. As of today, it remains unfulfilled for most residents of the state.   Governor Mbah had attached a specific deadline to this promise, 180 days. That deadline expired in November 2023. Yet, according to the […]
- [ENUGU APC GROUP ACCUSES MBAH OF WORKING FOR PETER OBI](https://naijalens.com/enugu-apc-group-accuses-mbah-of-working-for-peter-obi/): The Tinubu Support Group, Enugu Chapter, has accused the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, of working against the reelection bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by allegedly supporting Peter Obi, the NDC presidential candidate.   In a strongly worded statement, the group claimed that Governor Mbah had been under its watch for several months and alleged that he had not only provided financial and logistical support to Obi but had also held a series of political strategy meetings with him.   “Governor Peter Mbah has been having a series of political strategy meetings with Peter Obi. We can authoritatively confirm […]
- [The case made by Alwan Hassan for President Tinubu through 2031](https://naijalens.com/the-case-made-by-alwan-hassan-for-president-tinubu-through-2031/): Everyone who has followed Mallam Alwan Hassan knows him to be a passionate, fierce and intelligent politician. While he is also a businessman, that is not what he projects. Those who have interacted with him would tell you that he fights for what he believes in. He makes his case, fuelled by facts, statistics and unmatched energy. On Sunday, in line with his role as APC Presidential Campaign Spokesman, Mallam Alwan called a press conference to make the case for why President Bola Tinubu deserves reelection. Indeed, he started by saying he was making “a clear and practical case to everyday […]
- [Nigeria Port Modernisation 2026: FG Approves Upgrade of Onne, Rivers, Delta and Calabar Ports to Decongest Lagos and Grow the Blue Economy](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-port-modernisation-2026-fg-approves-upgrade-of-onne-rivers-delta-and-calabar-ports-to-decongest-lagos-and-grow-the-blue-economy/): The Federal Government has approved the comprehensive modernisation and upgrade of Onne, Rivers, Delta and Calabar Ports. The announcement, made on 27 September 2026 by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, extends the national port reconstruction programme beyond Lagos and is intended to create a more balanced, efficient and competitive maritime system. The decision follows earlier approval for the upgrade of Apapa and Tin Can Island Ports. Officials say spreading investment to the eastern and south-south ports will ease the long-standing concentration of cargo traffic in Lagos, open additional international trade gateways and support industrial and regional development. […]
- [15 Things Khalil Halilu Said on the Nativeland Podcast](https://naijalens.com/15-things-khalil-halilu-said-on-the-nativeland-podcast/): Khalil Halilu is the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the National Agency for Science Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). Last week he appeared on the Nativeland Podcast where he spoke on all that NASENI has done since he got into office and how he is transforming the agency from simply a research agency to an enabler for Nigeria’s industrialization. I took time to watch the insightful interview. Here are some of the key quotes he said, and why they tell the story of a man on a mission–and why he deserves our support as he drives that vision. 1. “Industrialisation is basically […]
- [2027: Matawalle to Flag Off 20-Million-Vote Mobilisation for Tinubu](https://naijalens.com/2027-matawalle-to-flag-off-20-million-vote-mobilisation-for-tinubu/): The Convener and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Tinubu Again Movement (TAM), Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON, has arrived in Abuja ahead of the flag-off of a nationwide campaign to mobilise 20 million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Matawalle, who is also the Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday evening, where he was received by members of the national leadership of the movement. His arrival signals the formal commencement of the Tinubu Again Movement’s 20 Million Votes (20MVT) Mobilisation, […]
- [Nigeria and the US Sign Mining Framework in New York as Abuja Pushes Local Value Addition](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-and-the-us-sign-mining-framework-in-new-york-as-abuja-pushes-local-value-addition/): Nigeria and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday at the Nigerian Mission House in New York, on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The pact, signed by Minister of Solid Minerals Development Dele Alake and US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, is designed to deepen cooperation in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector and help unlock deposits whose potential value officials have long placed at around $700 billion. The agreement is not a $700 billion investment cheque. That figure refers to the estimated in-ground value of Nigeria’s mineral endowment, which includes gold, lithium, iron ore, […]
- [Five International Cases That Have Followed Atiku Abubakar for Two Decades](https://naijalens.com/five-international-cases-that-have-followed-atiku-abubakar-for-two-decades/): Over more than twenty years, five international investigations and legal proceedings have linked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and his former wife, Jennifer Douglas, to suspicious financial transactions, offshore companies and bribery allegations. The records come from a 2010 US Senate subcommittee report, US court and regulatory filings, an EFCC forensic audit, and a 2023 International Chamber of Commerce arbitration award in Paris. The latest of these cases has resurfaced in Nigeria’s political debate as Atiku campaigns as the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Atiku served as vice president from 1999 to 2007 after two decades in […]
- [Beyond Arms Purchases: Key Takeaways from Nigeria’s Defence Mission to the Czech Republic](https://naijalens.com/beyond-arms-purchases-key-takeaways-from-nigerias-defence-mission-to-the-czech-republic/): A defence exhibition is designed to impress. Fighter aircraft sweep across the sky, armoured vehicles glisten on the ground and manufacturers display increasingly sophisticated drones, weapons and surveillance systems. But for Nigeria’s delegation to the Czech Air Force Day, Air Show and Defence Exhibition in Ostrava, the more consequential question went beyond what was being exhibited for purchases, but most crucially, what could be produced at home. That distinction lies at the heart of the three-day working visit to the Czech Republic led by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammed Matawalle. Accompanied by senior officials of the Ministry […]
- [Rivers Hoopers Reclaim the Throne: KingsMen Edge Maktown Flyers 92-90 in OT to Clinch a Record Seventh NBBF/NPBL Title](https://naijalens.com/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-the-throne-kingsmen-edge-maktown-flyers-92-90-in-ot-to-clinch-a-record-seventh-nbbf-npbl-title/): Port Harcourt erupted on Tuesday night as Rivers Hoopers wrote another golden chapter in Nigerian basketball history. In a pulsating Final Four decider that needed overtime, the KingsMen defeated defending champions Maktown Flyers (formerly Lagos Legends) 92-90 to capture the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) crown — their seventh national title overall and first since 2024. The victory, sealed in front of a raucous home crowd at the Indoor Basketball Court on Niger Street, ends a one-year wait for redemption. Last season, the same Maktown Flyers side had stunned Hoopers 74-72 in the 2025 Final Four, denying them a three-peat […]
- [CBN’s Bold Rate Cut: What the 307th MPC Decision Means](https://naijalens.com/cbns-bold-rate-cut-what-the-307th-mpc-decision-means/): In a significant shift, the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee has lowered the Monetary Policy Rate to 23 per cent from 26.5 per cent at its 307th meeting. This 350-basis-point reduction marks the largest single cut in years and signals a clear pivot toward supporting economic growth after a prolonged period of tight policy. Alongside the rate cut, the Committee recalibrated the standing facilities corridor to +50/-300 basis points around the new MPR. The Cash Reserve Requirement remains unchanged at 45 per cent for deposit money banks, 16 per cent for merchant banks, and 75 per cent for non-TSA […]
- [Kaduna: Troops Neutralise Suspected Terrorist, Hunt Fleeing Accomplices](https://naijalens.com/kaduna-troops-neutralise-suspected-terrorist-hunt-fleeing-accomplices/): Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 Sanga, have neutralised a suspected terrorist during an offensive operation in Ungwan Nungu village, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.   The operation, conducted at about 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2026, followed intelligence on the activities of suspected terrorists operating from a hideout in the community.   According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, troops deployed to Ungwan Nungu moved to the location after receiving the intelligence and engaged the suspects in a gun battle.   During the encounter, one of the suspected terrorists, identified as Bashir Mohammed, was neutralised.   Other members […]
- [DEFENCE PRODUCTION: MATAWALLE LEADS DELEGATION TO CZECH REPUBLIC, SEEKS TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER AND AMMUNITION PRODUCTION LINE FOR DICON](https://naijalens.com/defence-production-matawalle-leads-delegation-to-czech-republic-seeks-technology-transfer-and-ammunition-production-line-for-dicon/): The Honourable Minister of State for Defence H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, MON, has embarked on a 3-day official working visit to the Czech Republic to strengthen defence industrial cooperation between Nigeria and the Czech Republic.   The Minister, who led a delegation comprising senior officials of the Ministry of Defence, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), attended the Czech Air Force Day/Air Show and Defence Exhibition in Ostrava, where modern and heavy defence equipment produced by the Czech defence industry were on display.   On the sidelines of the […]
- [EFCC Chairman Warns POS Operators to Stop Aiding Fraud and Money Laundering](https://naijalens.com/efcc-chairman-warns-pos-operators-to-stop-aiding-fraud-and-money-laundering/): Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to Point of Sale (POS) operators across the country, urging them to stop enabling fraudsters, money launderers and those involved in terrorist financing. Executive Chairman Ola Olukoyede delivered the message on 16 September 2026 during a courtesy visit to EFCC headquarters by a delegation from the Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents in Nigeria (AMMBAN), led by National President Oti Obioha. Speaking through his Chief of Staff, Commander Michael Nzekwe, Olukoyede said POS machines have become a common channel for illicit activity, including money laundering, terrorist financing and […]
- [“The Talented” Mr. Karl Marx Von Batten: US Lobbyist Allegedly Paid $1.2 Million By Atiku Abubakar, Using Multiple Aliases And Fabricated Academic Credentials, By Ademola Bello](https://naijalens.com/the-talented-mr-karl-marx-von-batten-us-lobbyist-allegedly-paid-1-2-million-by-atiku-abubakar-using-multiple-aliases-and-fabricated-academic-credentials-by-ademola-bello/): According to Friedrich Nietzsche, “Perhaps no one has yet been truthful enough about what truthfulness is.” What is the truth? The irony of a criminal trying to catch a criminal is situational irony. When I found out that our former Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the man of immense wealth and power, the man whose previous chieftaincy title, “Turaki” of Adamawa, was transferred to his son, Aliyu, no matter whose ox is gored, and without minding the nepotism effect. The man was then elevated to the high-ranking traditional title “Waziri” of Adamawa, meaning a high-ranking officer or general in charge of the […]
- [Niger Delta Economic & Investment Summit: Unlocking Shared Prosperity - Williams Ibinabo](https://naijalens.com/niger-delta-economic-investment-summit-unlocking-shared-prosperity-williams-ibinabo/): Niger Delta Economic & Investment Summit: Unlocking Shared Prosperity By Williams Ibinabo The Niger Delta stands at a crossroads. For decades it has powered Nigeria’s oil economy while facing environmental damage, weak infrastructure, unemployment, insecurity and underdevelopment. Yet its future need not depend on oil alone. The region holds fertile land, extensive waterways, a rich coastline, maritime assets, tourism potential, cultural resources, human capital and a growing entrepreneurial class. The real question is whether its people and institutions can work together to unlock these assets. The Niger Delta Economic & Investment Summit (NDEIS) aims to position the region as an investment […]
- [NDCCITMA Rejects Allegation of Appropriating Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit Trademark. ](https://naijalens.com/ndccitma-rejects-allegation-of-appropriating-niger-delta-economic-and-investment-summit-trademark/): The Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture (NDCCITMA) has rejected claims that it appropriated or “stole” the idea of Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit from another organisation whose application was reportedly pending before the Federal Ministry of Trade.   NDCCITMA considers the allegation misleading and wishes to set the record straight.   The concept of Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit is a broad and widely recognised platform used globally to bring together government, the private sector, investors, businesses, development partners and other stakeholders to deliberate on economic growth and development. The use of the term […]
- [NDDC, Niger Delta States key to Regional Investments – NDCCITMA Chairman](https://naijalens.com/nddc-niger-delta-states-key-to-regional-investments-ndccitma-chairman/): The Board Chairman of the Niger Delta Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture, NDCCITMA, Ambassador Idaere Ogan, has identified the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, and the governments of the nine Niger Delta states as development partners in building a sustainable regional investment ecosystem. Addressing newsmen at the Obi Wali Cultural Centre in Port Harcourt, Ogan reaffirmed NDCCITMA’s commitment to successfully hosting the Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit from September 15 to 17 in the Rivers State capital. The NDCCITMA Chairman said the Summit was a strategic, private-sector-led platform to mobilise investment and unlock the Niger Delta region’s […]
- [THREE YEARS OF CLOSING THE GAP BETWEEN NIGERIA’S IDEAS AND ITS INDUSTRIES – NASENI](https://naijalens.com/three-years-of-closing-the-gap-between-nigerias-ideas-and-its-industries-naseni/): Today marks three years since I assumed office as the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). When I took office in September 2023, the mandate from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was to reposition NASENI as Nigeria’s primary technology-transfer agency and turn its research and engineering capacity into practical solutions for national development. Nigeria has never lacked ideas, talent or demand. Our challenge has been the weak connection between research, manufacturing, skills, finance and markets. Too many promising innovations have remained in laboratories. Too many capable engineers have lacked the facilities […]
- [EFCC Publishes Three-Year Figures: 10,872 Convictions and ₦1.23 Trillion Recovered](https://naijalens.com/efcc-publishes-three-year-figures-10872-convictions-and-%e2%82%a61-23-trillion-recovered/): Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released a detailed stewardship report covering the period from October 2023 to mid-2026. The commission reported receiving 49,673 petitions, investigating 39,615 cases, filing 14,476 cases in court and securing 10,872 convictions. That produces a conviction-to-filing ratio of 75.1 per cent. In the first half of 2026 alone it recorded 1,370 convictions from 1,889 filings. On recoveries, the EFCC stated that between 1 October 2023 and 30 June 2026 it recorded ₦1,233,612,040,411.11, US$684,478,457.32, £373,905.78 and €9,343,803.66, plus sums in other currencies. Of the naira total, the commission said approximately 33 per cent (₦397.26 billion) […]
- [Matawalle Reaffirms FG’s Commitment to National Security](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-reaffirms-fgs-commitment-to-national-security/): The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national security and ensuring the safety and protection of all Nigerians, with renewed assurances that it will continue to provide the resources and operational support required to confront the country’s security challenges. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, gave the assurance on Monday during a visit to the Kano State Government House, following the reported attack by suspected bandits on 29 August 2026 in Chiroma Village, Garun Mallam Local Government Area of Kano State. Matawalle assured the Kano State Government and the people of the state […]
- [The Curious Case of Ikemefuna Okeke, Atiku’s $1.2 Million American Lobbyist](https://naijalens.com/the-curious-case-of-ikemefuna-okeke-atikus-1-2-million-american-lobbyist/): Political lobbying is permitted in the United States. It is a paid job. In fact, lobbyists register officially. They are paid millions of dollars to drive narratives, push for policy changes and even promote new laws in America. They work for good men, criminals, terrorists, governments, non-state actors and anyone able to pay their enormous fees to gain access to the White House and Capitol Hill.   Atiku, a man desperate to be Nigeria’s President and making a fourth attempt at that office at a time when his advancing age has fully come to bear, has sought the services of a […]
- [ONSA Issues Security Alert, As Onslaught Against Terror Groups Intensifies](https://naijalens.com/onsa-issues-security-alert-as-onslaught-against-terror-groups-intensifies/): The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has called for “continued vigilance and appropriate precautionary measures in relation to potential security concerns in certain locations.”   This was contained in a security advisory issued by the ONSA and shared with security agencies.   A copy of the document, seen by our correspondent, notes that the alert arose from the ongoing offensives, intelligence gathering and threat monitoring by security agencies in collaboration with local and international partners across the country.   The advisory dated 27th August referenced the killing of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters, including their commander, Abubakar […]
- [OPHK, ONSA Forces Raid Terrorist Enclave in Adamawa, Neutralise Over 21 Fighters](https://naijalens.com/ophk-onsa-forces-raid-terrorist-enclave-in-adamawa-neutralise-over-21-fighters/): OPHK, ONSA Forces Raid Terrorist Enclave in Adamawa, Neutralise Over 21 Fighters …as search and rescue operations for abducted victims intensify The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded a major operational success following a coordinated offensive against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in the Kopre Mountain general area of Hong Local Government Area, Adamawa State, where troops dismantled a terrorist enclave and neutralised more than 21 fighters. The operation comes amid intensified search and rescue efforts for victims being held by terrorist elements in the area, including persons abducted from Mussa community in May 2026 and schoolchildren abducted […]
- [Zamfara Assembly Members Visit Matawalle, Congratulate Him on APC Campaign Appointment](https://naijalens.com/zamfara-assembly-members-visit-matawalle-congratulate-him-on-apc-campaign-appointment/): The Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, has received members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly on a courtesy visit to his office at the Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja.   The delegation was led by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Bilyaminu Isma’il Moriki.   The lawmakers visited to congratulate Matawalle on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Deputy Director, Security and Intelligence, of the 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council.   Matawalle thanked the Speaker and members of the Assembly for the […]
- [Sokoto: NAF Deploys Additional Aircraft to Bolster Counter-Terrorism Operations Across North-West](https://naijalens.com/sokoto-naf-deploys-additional-aircraft-to-bolster-counter-terrorism-operations-across-north-west/): The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified its air campaign against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other criminal activities across the North-West, deploying additional aircraft to Sokoto State to strengthen its support for ongoing joint security operations in the region.   The deployment is aimed at sustaining pressure on terrorist and bandit groups, enhancing aerial surveillance and improving the military’s capacity to respond rapidly to emerging security threats across the region.   The strengthened air presence will also provide additional support to ground forces operating within the Joint Operations Area, particularly in locations where difficult terrain and the mobility of armed groups […]
- [Matawalle Receives Kasuwar Daji Elders, Reaffirms Commitment to Security](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-receives-kasuwar-daji-elders-reaffirms-commitment-to-security/): The Honourable Minister of State for Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, has received a delegation of elders from Kasuwar Daji on a courtesy visit to his office at the Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja. The delegation was led by the Senator representing Zamfara North Senatorial District, Senator Sahabi Alhaji Yau. The visit provided an opportunity for the Minister and the elders to discuss security concerns affecting Kasuwar Daji and surrounding communities, as well as ongoing efforts to restore peace and strengthen security in the area. Matawalle thanked the delegation for the visit and […]
- [Cheaper Fuel Must Mean Cheaper Fares: President Tinubu and Governors Move to Cut Transport Costs Nationwide](https://naijalens.com/cheaper-fuel-must-mean-cheaper-fares-president-tinubu-and-governors-move-to-cut-transport-costs-nationwide/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a joint effort with Nigeria’s state governors to reduce public transport fares across the country, focusing on compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicles. The statement, issued on 27 August 2026 after discussions with the Governors’ Forum, centres on the principle that cheaper fuel must result in cheaper fares for commuters. The President said he was pleased that the governors had taken the initiative to act in their states, where intra-state transport costs hit ordinary Nigerians hardest. States control many of the levers that can turn lower operating costs into actual fare reductions. A joint […]
- [Troops Intercept AK-103 Rifle Hidden in Millet Bag, Arrest Three in Zamfara](https://naijalens.com/troops-intercept-ak-103-rifle-hidden-in-millet-bag-arrest-three-in-zamfara/): Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted an AK-103 rifle concealed in a bag of millet and arrested three suspected gun runners during an operation in Zamfara State. The troops, from 1 Brigade Nigerian Army and operating under the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, made the arrests during a stop-and-search operation along the Kauran Namoda–Shinkafi Road at about 2:05 p.m. on August 23, 2026. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau, Captain Yusuf Mohammed, identified the suspects as Lukman Sulaiman, 20, and Nafiu Isa, 18, both reportedly from Yar-Galadima in Dan-Sadau District, as […]
- [Three ISWAP Commanders, Over 22 Fighters Reportedly Killed in Mandaragirau Clash](https://naijalens.com/three-iswap-commanders-over-22-fighters-reportedly-killed-in-mandaragirau-clash/): Three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and more than 22 of its fighters were reportedly killed in a recent clash in the Mandaragirau axis of Borno State, according to security intelligence sources.   The commanders were identified as Abu Khalid and Abul Baraa, both said to hold the rank of Qa’id, as well as another commander identified as Munzir.   According to intelligence assessments, the three were among four senior ISWAP commanders who coordinated the group’s attack in the Mandaragirau area.   More than 22 other ISWAP fighters were also reportedly killed in the encounter, dealing […]
- [Khalil Halilu: How NASENI Is Empowering Its Human Resources To Drive Innovation, Institutional Modernisation](https://naijalens.com/khalil-halilu-how-naseni-is-empowering-its-human-resources-to-drive-innovation-institutional-modernisation/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) is placing human capital development at the centre of its institutional transformation, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, the agency’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO has stated, noting that the Agency’s most significant achievement is not the technology it has deployed, but the people it has empowered to use it. Halilu said NASENI’s ongoing reform programme has deliberately combined digital transformation with extensive staff capacity building, creating a workforce increasingly equipped to operate in a modern, technology-driven public sector. “Our greatest achievement at NASENI is empowering people to embrace change,” Halilu said. According to him, […]
- [Matawalle Pushes for Self-Reliant Nigerian Defence Industry as Nigeria, Türkiye Deepen Cooperation](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-pushes-for-self-reliant-nigerian-defence-industry-as-nigeria-turkiye-deepen-cooperation/): Minister says partnership must prioritise joint production, technology transfer, skills development and localisation The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a strong and self-reliant Nigerian defence industry capable of meeting the operational requirements of the Armed Forces while contributing to the country’s broader industrialisation and economic development agenda. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the 7th Nigeria–Türkiye Defence Industries Cooperation Meeting (DICM), where officials of both countries met to explore opportunities for deeper defence-industrial collaboration. Matawalle said Nigeria’s ambition goes beyond strengthening the immediate operational capabilities of the […]
- [Matawalle Returns to Abuja, Mobilises Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-returns-to-abuja-mobilises-support-for-tinubus-2027-re-election-bid/): Matawalle Returns to Abuja, Mobilises Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid … Minister of State for Defence and Convener of Tinubu Again Movement targets 20 million votes for President Tinubu … Minister of State for Defence and Founder/Convener of the Tinubu Again Movement, Dr. Bello Matawalle, on Tuesday received a rousing welcome in Abuja following his return to Nigeria, as he vowed to lead an extensive mobilisation effort in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027. Matawalle, who was recently named Deputy Director, Security and Intelligence I of the 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council, said his movement […]
- [Matawalle Accepts Appointment to 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-accepts-appointment-to-2027-apc-presidential-campaign-council/): Matawalle Accepts Appointment to 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council .. it is an honor and call to greater service Former Zamfara State Governor and Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has accepted his appointment as Deputy Director, Security and Intelligence I, of the 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council. Matawalle expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the APC for the confidence reposed in him, describing the appointment as both an honour and a call to greater service, responsibility and sacrifice. In a statement following his appointment, Matawalle said he was honoured to […]
- [RIBADU’S SECURITY DIPLOMACY AND PARTNERSHIPS - ADE OLUWATOYIN](https://naijalens.com/ribadus-security-diplomacy-and-partnerships-ade-oluwatoyin/): RIBADU’S SECURITY DIPLOMACY AND PARTNERSHIPS Ade Oluwatoyin The latest Nigeria–United States security talks in Washington, D.C., offer a useful lens through which to assess one of the less visible but increasingly consequential changes in Nigeria’s security architecture: the emergence of a more coordinated, intelligence-driven and internationally connected national security strategy under National  Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. Ribadu’s leadership is important not because Nigeria’s security challenges have disappeared, they have not—but because the architecture for confronting them appears to have become more integrated. The current engagement with Washington is another manifestation of that shift. Leading the Nigerian delegation at the latest meeting […]
- [NASENI EVC Khalil Halilu Receives Blueprint CEO of the Year 2025 Award](https://naijalens.com/naseni-evc-khalil-halilu-receives-blueprint-ceo-of-the-year-2025-award/): The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has been honoured with the Blueprint CEO of the Year 2025 Award for his leadership in technology, innovation and industrial development.   Halilu received the recognition at the eighth edition of the Blueprint Newspaper Public Lecture, Impact Series and Awards, held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Shettima Hall of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja.   According to the Chairman of the Editorial Board of Blueprint Newspapers Limited, Zainab Suleiman-Okino, the award was presented to Halilu […]
- [NSA Ribadu Leads Nigeria Into Second US Security Review as Joint Working Group Reports Progress](https://naijalens.com/nsa-ribadu-leads-nigeria-into-second-us-security-review-as-joint-working-group-reports-progress/): Nigeria and the United States have advanced their security partnership with the second session of the U.S.-Nigeria Joint Working Group (JWG) with National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu leading the Nigerian delegation. The session, held in Washington on August 12, 2026, was hosted by U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker. It builds on the inaugural meeting of the JWG held in Abuja on January 22, 2026, and represents another significant step in the increasingly operational security relationship between the two countries. The discussions focused on three priority areas: protection of Christian communities in Nigeria’s Middle Belt; strengthening […]
- [From Ayakoro to Impact: Dr Samuel Ogbuku’s Legacy - Martins Ogolo](https://naijalens.com/from-ayakoro-to-impact-dr-samuel-ogbukus-legacy-martins-ogolo/): In the quiet riverine community of Ayakoro in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, a dynamic leader was born on August 19, 1975, who would one day help reshape the fortunes of the entire Niger Delta. That Leader is Dr. Samuel Ogbuku. Today, as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Paramount Ruler of Ayakoro Kingdom (Daufa VI), his journey from the creeks of Bayelsa to the centre of regional development stands as one of the most compelling stories of service and impact in contemporary Nigeria.     Roots in Ayakoro   Dr. […]
- [Rewind to Rebirth – Ogbuku’s 51 Years of Purpose](https://naijalens.com/rewind-to-rebirth-ogbukus-51-years-of-purpose/): Rewind to Rebirth – Ogbuku’s 51 Years of Purpose   By   Jim George Willy     Dr. Samuel Ogbuku climbs another rung on the golden-floor ladder of life on August 19, 2026, marking 51 years of a life defined by purpose, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the Niger Delta region.   Born in Ayakoro, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, his journey from the creeks and crowded neighbourhoods of the region to the helm of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is more than a personal story. It is a living expression of what he has described as […]
- [Building Nigeria’s Defence from Within: Matawalle’s Push for a Self-Reliant Military Industrial Base](https://naijalens.com/building-nigerias-defence-from-within-matawalles-push-for-a-self-reliant-military-industrial-base/): For a country confronting complex and evolving security challenges, the ability to produce a significant portion of its own defence requirements is a strategic necessity. Nigeria’s security environment demands that the Armed Forces have reliable and sustained access to equipment, ammunition, spare parts, specialised systems and the technical expertise required to maintain and adapt them. Excessive dependence on foreign sources can expose national defence planning to supply disruptions, lengthy procurement cycles, external restrictions and changing geopolitical circumstances. This is why the drive towards indigenous defence production must be understood as an issue of national security. It is against this backdrop that […]
- [NASENI Moves to Harness Innovative Talents Across Federal MDAs](https://naijalens.com/naseni-moves-to-harness-innovative-talents-across-federal-mdas/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem by identifying and supporting innovative talents within the Agency and across Federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).   Speaking at the Final Pitching Exercise of the NASENI Innovation Assessment, the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the initiative was inspired by the recognition that much of the talent and innovative capacity often sought externally already exists within Nigeria’s public institutions.   “Often, the talent we search for externally already exists within,” Halilu said.   He explained that […]
- [PSG Put Two English Clubs to the Sword Again as They Lift Back-to-Back Super Cups](https://naijalens.com/psg-put-two-english-clubs-to-the-sword-again-as-they-lift-back-to-back-super-cups/): PSG have defeated Aston Villa 2-1 to lift the UEFA Super Cup, becoming two-time winners of the competition and doing it in back-to-back editions. Last year it was Tottenham on the receiving end, beaten in an epic comeback final. This time it was Aston Villa, meaning PSG have now taken two English clubs to the cleaners in this competition, much the way they did on their way to Champions League glory. Before kickoff, Luis Enrique spoke about chasing a three-peat, and that is no small ambition. PSG tend to start their seasons slowly, so nobody expected them to simply blow Aston […]
- [Araujo to Anfield: Can a Fresh Start Fix Liverpool's Defence?](https://naijalens.com/araujo-to-anfield-can-a-fresh-start-fix-liverpools-defence/): Liverpool Football Club have completed the loan signing of Barcelona defender and captain Ronald Araujo. The Uruguayan has agreed to a one-year loan deal to play for the Reds, a move that has split opinion across the football world. Barcelona fans are largely celebrating the departure of a player who, in recent seasons, has been viewed as a calamitous figure at the back, one whose form has been shadowed by well-documented psychological struggles and a string of costly defensive errors. For Liverpool, though, this is being read very differently: as a short-term fix for a defensive crisis that has been building […]
- [NASENI Empowers Osun Youths, Women with Technical Skills, Work Equipment](https://naijalens.com/naseni-empowers-osun-youths-women-with-technical-skills-work-equipment/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has empowered youths and women in Ile-Ife, Osun State, with advanced technical skills and work equipment under its Sustainable Empowerment Programme (NSEP). The three-day programme, held from August 7 to 9, 2026, at the NASENI Skills Acquisition Centre, Ile-Ife, trained beneficiaries in Advanced Photography and Drone Operations, Advanced Shoemaking, CCTV and Inverter/Solar Installation, and Advanced Tailoring. Beneficiaries were also provided with relevant equipment and accessories to enable them to immediately deploy their skills, establish businesses and strengthen existing income-generating ventures. Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of […]
- [T-Pain to T-Gain: How Tinubu is fixing Nigeria](https://naijalens.com/t-pain-to-t-gain-how-tinubu-is-fixing-nigeria/): For many years, conversations about Nigeria’s economy have been dominated by stories of hardship, rising unemployment, inflation, declining investments, and uncertainty. It is therefore understandable that many Nigerians initially associated the bold reforms introduced by President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu with pain. The removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market brought immediate difficulties for millions of households and businesses. Those early months were challenging, and many questioned whether the sacrifices would ever produce meaningful results. Today, however, the  economic indicators are beginning to tell a different story. Nigeria appears to be moving from what many described as “T-Pain” […]
- [RIBADU AND THE CHANGING SECURITY LANDSCAPE](https://naijalens.com/ribadu-and-the-changing-security-landscape/): Security is rarely won through force alone. Across the world, successful counterterrorism strategies are built on collaboration, intelligence, institutional coordination and community participation. In Nigeria, where insecurity has evolved into a complex web of terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and rural criminality, the days of isolated  security operations have given way to integrated approaches involving the federal  government, state governments, intelligence agencies, traditional institutions and local communities. Perhaps nowhere is this new security architecture more visible than in Kaduna State. The recent commendation by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, of the partnership between the Office of the National Security Adviser […]
- [Operation HADIN KAI Identifies Senior ISWAP Leaders in Major Intelligence Breakthrough](https://naijalens.com/operation-hadin-kai-identifies-senior-iswap-leaders-in-major-intelligence-breakthrough/): Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have recorded another significant breakthrough in the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign in the North-East, identifying several senior leaders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) following the exploitation of intelligence materials recovered during recent offensive operations around the Lake Chad Basin. The development followed successful military operations against terrorist enclaves in the Lake Chad region of northern Borno State, during which troops recovered several technical devices and other high-value intelligence materials abandoned by fleeing terrorists. Among the items recovered was a camcorder used by ISWAP operatives to record propaganda videos and document operational activities. Subsequent forensic […]
- [NASENI Showcases Homegrown Industrialisation Drive, Demonstrates Tinubu's Vision for a Productive Nigeria](https://naijalens.com/naseni-showcases-homegrown-industrialisation-drive-demonstrates-tinubus-vision-for-a-productive-nigeria/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) on Tuesday showcased a broad range of homegrown technologies and industrial solutions as it hosted the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, members of the Presidential Communications Team, development partners and senior media professionals on a guided tour of its production facilities in Abuja. The visit formed part of the Presidential Media Team Tour, an initiative designed to provide Nigerians with firsthand insight into projects and programmes being implemented under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.   Led by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of […]
- [Matawalle Hails Tinubu’s Approval of New Military Salary Structure, Says Move Will Boost Troop Morale](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-hails-tinubus-approval-of-new-military-salary-structure-says-move-will-boost-troop-morale/): The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a new salary structure for personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces, describing the decision as a landmark intervention that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to the welfare and operational effectiveness of the nation’s military. Matawalle said the approval by President Tinubu would significantly improve the welfare of military personnel while strengthening their motivation, professionalism, and readiness to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges. In a statement on Tuesday, the Minister described the salary review as a historic demonstration of the President’s recognition of the sacrifices made […]
- [NASENI Trains Kano Women in Solar Technology](https://naijalens.com/naseni-trains-kano-women-in-solar-technology/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has completed the training of women in solar installation, maintenance, and repairs under the renewable energy component of the NASENI Sustainable Empowerment Programme (NSEP) in Kumbotso and Tarauni Local Government Areas of Kano State. Speaking on the initiative, the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the programme was designed to address practical community needs while creating sustainable economic opportunities for women. He explained that in many communities, some households are more comfortable receiving technical support from female technicians, making the initiative both socially responsive and economically […]
- [Nigeria Moves to Irrigate 40,000 Hectares in Adamawa as PICTT Engages US Firm](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-moves-to-irrigate-40000-hectares-in-adamawa-as-pictt-engages-us-firm/): Nigeria is set to commence a pilot programme to irrigate 40,000 hectares of farmland in Adamawa State under the proposed Irrigate Nigeria Project, following discussions between the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer (PICTT) and US-based industrial manufacturer, Valmont Industries.   Chairman of PICTT, Dr Dahiru Muhammed, held discussions with the Omaha, Nebraska-headquartered company on a potential partnership aimed at deploying advanced irrigation technology and transferring technical know-how to Nigeria.   The pilot programme is expected to be implemented in collaboration with the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF).   Under […]
- [ISWAP’s Chief Finance Operative Captured as 46 Terrorists Surrender Amid Intensified Intelligence-Led Operations](https://naijalens.com/iswaps-chief-finance-operative-captured-as-46-terrorists-surrender-amid-intensified-intelligence-led-operations/): Nigerian security forces have captured a senior Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) finance operative and recovered an assault rifle, ammunition and other items, in what authorities described as a significant blow to the group’s financial and logistical network in the northeast. The development comes as approximately 46 terrorists and their family members have surrendered to troops in recent days, suggesting growing pressure on terrorist groups operating across the region as military operations increasingly combine intelligence gathering, coordinated ground offensives and air strikes. The ISWAP operative surrendered to troops of the 3 Battalion, under the 24 Task Force Brigade, at about […]
- [Local Content Implementation Key to Nigeria’s Industrial Development — Halilu](https://naijalens.com/local-content-implementation-key-to-nigerias-industrial-development-halilu/): The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has said the effective implementation of the local content policy is key to accelerating Nigeria’s industrial growth, technology transfer, enterprise development, job creation and national competitiveness.   Halilu stated this at the opening ceremony of a two-day capacity development training on Local Content Measurement Matrix and Policy Implementation, organised by the Technical Services Department of the Agency for staff across the NASENI system. The training is being held at the Agency’s headquarters from July 27 to 28, 2026.   […]
- [Nigeria destroys 19,000 illicit weapons, shows commitment to security — Ribadu](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-destroys-19000-illicit-weapons-shows-commitment-to-security-ribadu/): The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has said the destruction of more than 19,000 illicit, decommissioned and unserviceable small arms and light weapons by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) demonstrates sustained commitment by government to making Nigeria safer. Ribadu stated this on Thursday in Abuja during the destruction of about 2,809 illicit and unserviceable small arms and light weapons by the NCCSALW. Represented by the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, the NSA said the availability of illegal weapons remained a major factor fuelling insecurity, including terrorism, […]
- [A BACKGROUND TO TRUMP’S LETTER TO TINUBU AND THE MAKING OF A US–NIGERIA SECURITY ALLIANCE](https://naijalens.com/a-background-to-trumps-letter-to-tinubu-and-the-making-of-a-us-nigeria-security-alliance/): Nine months is not a long time in the life of a bilateral relationship. Alliances forged over decades of shared interest can take longer than that simply to schedule a first meeting. Yet in the space of nine months—from late October 2025 to early July 2026—Nigeria and the United States travelled the distance from formal rebuke to formal commendation, from the language of concern to the language of comradeship. Any historian tracing that arc will find, at almost every turning point, the same hand at work: that of Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. The story begins, as these things […]
- [Khalil Halilu: “Tinubu’s Power Force Initiative Will Strengthen Nigeria’s Energy Future”](https://naijalens.com/khalil-halilu-tinubus-power-force-initiative-will-strengthen-nigerias-energy-future/): The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has described the launch of Power Force as a significant step in implementing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to expanding access to electricity while creating opportunities for young Nigerians. Halilu joined the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Mrs. Olu Verheijen, and other stakeholders at the official launch of the initiative, which was earlier announced by President Tinubu as part of the administration’s strategy to accelerate the nationwide deployment of smart electricity meters and develop the skilled workforce needed to support […]
- [Khalil Halilu Highlights Creative Ecosystems as Catalyst for Africa’s Economic Growth](https://naijalens.com/khalil-halilu-highlights-creative-ecosystems-as-catalyst-for-africas-economic-growth/): Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has reiterated the need for greater investment in creative ecosystems that empower young Africans to transform their talents into thriving industries.   Halilu made the remark during a visit to The Village by Tikera in Abuja, a 30-hectare cultural eco-campus dedicated to nurturing creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across Africa’s creative sector.   Describing Africa’s ingenuity as limitless, the NASENI boss noted that the continent’s greatest opportunity lies in creating more spaces where creativity can evolve into sustainable industries capable of […]
- [Matawalle Asks Troops To Declare ‘Operation No Mercy’ On Bandits](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-asks-troops-to-declare-operation-no-mercy-on-bandits/): Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, has directed troops of Operation Fansan Yamma and other military formations operating across the North-West to intensify offensive operations against terrorists following renewed attacks in parts of Zamfara State.   Matawalle gave the directive while condoling with victims of recent terrorist attacks in Bungudu and other affected communities in Zamfara, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to restoring peace and security across the region.   The minister described the attacks as unfortunate and assured residents that security forces would sustain the ongoing military campaign against terrorists.   He instructed the leadership of Operation Fansan […]
- [Rebuilding Confidence, Expanding Opportunity: How Economic Reforms Are Reshaping Nigeria](https://naijalens.com/1771-2/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reform programme is laying the foundation for a more resilient, competitive and investment-driven economy. While reforms of this scale inevitably require adjustment, emerging indicators suggest that Nigeria is steadily rebuilding macroeconomic stability and restoring confidence among investors and development partners. One of the clearest signs of this progress is the country’s external reserves, which have risen above $50 billion—their highest level in 13 years. Stronger reserves enhance Nigeria’s ability to withstand external economic shocks, support exchange rate stability and reassure investors of the country’s financial strength. The restoration of international confidence is also reflected in Nigeria’s […]
- [Matawalle Commissions 20-Unit Staff Housing for Defence Intelligence Agency Personnel in Abuja](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-commissions-20-unit-staff-housing-for-defence-intelligence-agency-personnel-in-abuja/): The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, on Thursday commissioned a newly constructed block of 20 one-bedroom staff apartments built by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Nyanya, Abuja, describing the project as a significant investment in the welfare and operational effectiveness of the nation’s security personnel.   Speaking at the commissioning ceremony as Special Guest of Honour, Matawalle said the housing project aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment under the Tinubu administration to improve the welfare of members of the Armed Forces by expanding access to decent and comfortable accommodation.   He noted that providing quality housing for […]
- [Gov. Uzodimma Commends NASENI as Agency Commissions Skills Acquisition Centre in Imo](https://naijalens.com/gov-uzodimma-commends-naseni-as-agency-commissions-skills-acquisition-centre-in-imo/): Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has commended the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for deepening technology-driven empowerment through the commissioning of a Skills Acquisition Centre in Owerri under the NASENI Sustainable Empowerment Programme (NSEP).   The Governor described the initiative as a strategic investment in youth development, noting that technology and skills acquisition remain critical to economic prosperity, entrepreneurship and job creation.   Reacting to the commissioning, the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the centre reflects the Agency’s commitment to building the skilled workforce required to drive Nigeria’s industrial transformation. […]
- [Trump’s Letter to Tinubu Signals Deepening US-Nigeria Security Alliance as Ribadu’s Diplomacy Gains Traction](https://naijalens.com/trumps-letter-to-tinubu-signals-deepening-us-nigeria-security-alliance-as-ribadus-diplomacy-gains-traction/): The strategic security partnership between Nigeria and the United States received another public endorsement on Wednesday as United States President Donald Trump praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership in combating terrorism.   In a letter dated July 6 and released by the Presidency, President Trump commended President Tinubu’s “decisive leadership” and reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s campaign against terrorist groups, describing it as “a true honour” to stand with Nigeria in the fight against terrorism.   The correspondence comes just weeks after one of the most significant joint counterterrorism operations between both countries—a coordinated strike on terrorist enclaves in the […]
- [Rewiring Nigeria: How Tinubu’s Digital Economy Reforms Are Building the Infrastructure of a Modern State](https://naijalens.com/rewiring-nigeria-how-tinubus-digital-economy-reforms-are-building-the-infrastructure-of-a-modern-state/): For decades, Nigeria’s economic aspirations have been constrained by familiar structural deficits: weak identity systems, inadequate digital infrastructure, and a workforce that has struggled to keep pace with the demands of an increasingly technology-driven global economy. While successive administrations recognised the importance of digital transformation, progress was often fragmented, with initiatives advancing in isolation rather than as part of a coherent national strategy.   Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, however, the architecture of Nigeria’s digital economy is being reshaped through a more integrated approach. Rather than viewing telecommunications, digital identity and technology skills as separate policy domains, the administration has sought […]
- [Group Rejects AFP Ransom Allegation Against NSA, Demands Retraction](https://naijalens.com/group-rejects-afp-ransom-allegation-against-nsa-demands-retraction/): The Security Watch Network for Good Governance (SWNGG) has dismissed as false and irresponsible a report by Agence France-Presse (AFP) alleging that the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) coordinated the payment of a multi-million dollar ransom to Boko Haram for the release of pupils and staff abducted from St. Mary’s School in Niger State.   In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Abdullahi Fagge, the group described the report as “baseless, reckless and unsupported by any credible evidence,” arguing that it misrepresented the circumstances surrounding the rescue operation and undermined Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts.   According to SWNGG, […]
- [NASENI Celebrates Staff Excellence, Reaffirms Commitment to Building Nigeria’s Industrial Future](https://naijalens.com/1748-2/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has celebrated outstanding members of staff at its Staff Motivation and Reward Event, recognising their dedication, innovation and commitment to the Agency’s ongoing transformation.   Speaking at the event, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said every product, partnership and milestone achieved by the Agency begins with the hard work and commitment of its people, stressing that “excellence is not built by technology alone. It is built by people.” He noted that the event reaffirmed NASENI’s commitment to building a culture where excellence is recognised, merit is rewarded […]
- [NSA and the Rescue of Oyo Kidnapped Victims](https://naijalens.com/nsa-and-the-rescue-of-oyo-kidnapped-victims/): The successful rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted from Ahoro-Esiele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State marks another significant victory in Nigeria’s evolving war against banditry and kidnapping. The freedom of the captives represents a triumph of painstaking intelligence gathering, strategic coordination and patient security operations over criminality.   In an era where public attention often gravitates towards dramatic military offensives and visible deployments, the Oyo rescue operation reminds Nigerians that the most effective security victories are frequently won quietly, through superior intelligence, meticulous planning and inter-agency collaboration. At the centre of this increasingly sophisticated security architecture […]
- [NASENI EVC Inspects Abuja Innovation Campus, Reaffirms Commitment to Commercialising Nigerian Innovations](https://naijalens.com/naseni-evc-inspects-abuja-innovation-campus-reaffirms-commitment-to-commercialising-nigerian-innovations/):     The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has inspected the ongoing construction of the Agency’s Innovation Campus at the Abuja Technology Village, Lugbe, reaffirming NASENI’s commitment to building a world-class innovation ecosystem that will accelerate the commercialisation of Nigerian innovations.   During the inspection, Halilu assessed the progress of work with the project team and described the Campus as a strategic investment designed to bridge the gap between innovation and industry. He said the facility would provide innovators emerging from programmes such as #InnovateNaija with the […]
- [How ONSA Coordinated Multi-Agency Intelligence, Operations That Secured Release of Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers](https://naijalens.com/how-onsa-coordinated-multi-agency-intelligence-operations-that-secured-release-of-kidnapped-oyo-pupils-teachers/): How ONSA Coordinated Multi-Agency Intelligence, Operations That Secured Release of Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Weeks of coordinated intelligence gathering and security operations led by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) have culminated in the successful rescue of 44 pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State. The victims, who were kidnapped by terrorists from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on May 15, 2026, regained their freedom on Friday following an intelligence-led operation that lasted more than a month and involved multiple security and intelligence agencies. At the heart of the operation was ONSA, working through the National Counter […]
- [EFCC Arraigns Ex-CCT Chairman, Danladi Umar for Alleged N15.5m Fraud](https://naijalens.com/efcc-arraigns-ex-cct-chairman-danladi-umar-for-alleged-n15-5m-fraud/):   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, July 9, 2026, arraigned Danladi Yakubu Umar, former Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal before Justice U. P. Kekemeke of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja for fraud.   The defendant who was also the Tribunal’s Tenders Board chairman was arraigned on a four-count charge, bordering on nepotism, conferment of corrupt advantage to self, to the tune of N15,587,833.76 (Fifteen Million, Five Hundred and Eighty-Seven Thousand, Eight Hundred and Thirty-Three Naira, Seventy-Six Kobo).   Count one of the charge reads: “That you, Danladi Yakubu Umar, while serving as […]
- [The Power to Transform: Why the 1GW Northern Electrification Project Could Redefine Northern Nigeria’s Future](https://naijalens.com/the-power-to-transform-why-the-1gw-northern-electrification-project-could-redefine-northern-nigerias-future/): For decades, discussions about unlocking Northern Nigeria’s vast economic potential have often circled back to many stubborn obstacles, chief among them: electricity. The region possesses some of Africa’s largest expanses of arable land, abundant solid minerals, a youthful labour force and an entrepreneurial culture. Yet, despite these natural advantages, chronic power shortages have constrained industrial growth, discouraged investment, raised the cost of doing business and limited the region’s ability to compete economically. It is against this backdrop that the proposed 1GW Northern Electrification Project stands out as one of the most consequential economic interventions in Northern Nigeria in recent history. The […]
- [NASENI Scales Up Local Rapid Diagnostic Test Kit Production, Targets 80% of Nigeria’s Demand](https://naijalens.com/naseni-scales-up-local-rapid-diagnostic-test-kit-production-targets-80-of-nigerias-demand/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has intensified efforts to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported medical diagnostics by expanding local production of rapid diagnostic test kits capable of meeting up to 80 per cent of the country’s annual demand.   The Agency showcased the growing capacity during a visit by the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu, to the NASENI–Troment Diagnostics Factory, where locally manufactured rapid diagnostic test kits are being produced for malaria, tuberculosis (TB), HIV, hepatitis B and C, monkeypox, syphilis, and pregnancy testing.   Speaking during the tour, NASENI’s Executive […]
- [NASENI Building Local Capacity for High-Precision Manufacturing, Says Khalil as Budget Office DG Visits Centre of Excellence](https://naijalens.com/naseni-building-local-capacity-for-high-precision-manufacturing-says-khalil-as-budget-office-dg-visits-centre-of-excellence/): The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has said Nigeria must develop the capacity to manufacture high-precision components locally if it is to achieve sustainable industrialisation and reduce its reliance on imported technologies. Halilu made the remarks while receiving the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu, during a visit to the NASENI Centre of Excellence for Precision Manufacturing. He explained that the Centre, established under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, is a strategic investment aimed at building Nigeria’s advanced manufacturing […]
- [1GW Northern Electrification Project Advances as PICTT Chairman, Power Minister Review Implementation Framework](https://naijalens.com/1gw-northern-electrification-project-advances-as-pictt-chairman-power-minister-review-implementation-framework/):     The Chairman of the Presidential Implementation Committee for Technology Transfer (PICTT), Dr. Dahiru Muhammed, held a strategic meeting with the Honourable Minister of Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, to review progress on the Sun Africa Power Project and the proposed 1GW Northern Electrification Project, a landmark renewable energy initiative expected to transform electricity supply across Northern Nigeria.   The meeting comes on the heels of the approval by the Northern Governors for the establishment of the Northern Nigeria Electrification Company (NNEC) as the region’s dedicated renewable energy company. With its registration now completed, NNEC will serve as the special purpose […]
- [Selling the Record: “Tinubu Again” and Matawalle’s Pitch To The Nigerian People](https://naijalens.com/selling-the-record-tinubu-again-and-matawalles-pitch-to-the-nigerian-people/):     Only a handful of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appointees have taken it upon themselves to consistently explain and defend the work of the administration. Yet, the record is there for anyone willing to engage it objectively. The government has undoubtedly faced significant challenges—many of them inherited and too deeply rooted to disappear overnight. But it is equally true that the administration has recorded notable milestones across critical sectors.   From bold monetary and fiscal policy reforms aimed at stabilising the economy, to interventions in education, healthcare, infrastructure, defence and national security, the government has embarked on initiatives that are […]
- [Why NASENI’s Locally Made Malaria Test Kits Matter](https://naijalens.com/why-nasenis-locally-made-malaria-test-kits-matter/): Malaria remains one of Nigeria’s most persistent public health challenges, accounting for millions of illnesses and thousands of deaths every year. Yet one of the biggest obstacles to effective malaria control is the widespread practice of treating every fever as malaria without first confirming the diagnosis.   This habit has significant consequences. Many Nigerians spend scarce household income on antimalarial medicines they do not need, while illnesses such as typhoid, bacterial infections and viral diseases go untreated because they are mistaken for malaria. Beyond the financial cost, indiscriminate use of antimalarial drugs also accelerates the emergence of drug-resistant malaria parasites, threatening […]
- [The Closing Chapter: How Nigeria Will Miss Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar](https://naijalens.com/the-closing-chapter-how-nigeria-will-miss-ambassador-yusuf-maitama-tuggar/): There are ministers who occupy office, and there are ministers who redefine it. Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar belongs firmly in the latter category.   When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed him Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria needed a diplomat that was capable of restoring coherence to its foreign policy, repositioning its voice in an increasingly fractured world, and demonstrating that diplomacy could also be measured by real outcomes. Ambassador Tuggar did precisely that.   His departure from the Ministry marks the end of one of the most consequential chapters in Nigeria’s recent diplomatic history. It also leaves a vacuum that will […]
- [AACA Urges EFCC to Probe Alleged N1.7 Trillion Linked to Senator Yari’s Company](https://naijalens.com/aaca-urges-efcc-to-probe-alleged-n1-7-trillion-linked-to-senator-yaris-company/): The Arewa Anti-Corruption Alliance (AACA) has called on the Nigerian anti-corruption agencies, particularly the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to immediately commence a comprehensive investigation into allegations that approximately N1.7 trillion was paid into the account of AJAP Financial Services Limited, a company linked to former Zamfara State Governor and Senator representing Zamfara West, Senator Abdulaziz Yari. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Sunday, the Chairman of the group, Comrade Salihu Abdulrashid, described the allegations as “grave, disturbing and impossible to ignore,” stressing that the magnitude of the reported transactions demands urgent scrutiny by relevant law enforcement agencies. According to the […]
- [NASENI Equips Kano Youth, Women with Practical Skills to Support Industrial Growth](https://naijalens.com/naseni-equips-kano-youth-women-with-practical-skills-to-support-industrial-growth/):   The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has reaffirmed its commitment to developing the skilled workforce needed to drive industrialization in Kano State, as it commenced the Community Empowerment Initiative in Science, Technology, Skills Acquisition, and Renewable Energy for Youth and Women. Speaking in Kano, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the Agency’s investments in projects such as the Sustainable Emerging Technologies Institute (SETI), the Transformer Manufacturing Plant, and the Coal and Liquid-Based Fertilizer Plant must be matched with investments in human capital.   According to him, industrialization requires both infrastructure and skilled […]
- [Praying for the Nation and Our Leaders Is Not Only a Civic Responsibility but Also a Religious Obligation — Minister Matawalle](https://naijalens.com/praying-for-the-nation-and-our-leaders-is-not-only-a-civic-responsibility-but-also-a-religious-obligation-minister-matawalle/): Praying for the Nation and Our Leaders Is Not Only a Civic Responsibility but Also a Religious Obligation — Minister Matawall   As the Nigerian Army commenced activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, MON, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in offering prayers for the nation and its leaders, emphasizing that such prayers are not only a civic responsibility but also a religious obligation.   The Honourable Minister made the call on Friday while serving as the Special Guest of Honour at the Special Jumu’ah Prayer held […]
- [NASENI EMPOWERS 50 KANO WOMEN WITH RENEWABLE ENERGY TOOLKITS](https://naijalens.com/naseni-empowers-50-kano-women-with-renewable-energy-toolkits/): The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure, NASENI, has trained and equipped 50 women in Kano with renewable energy skills under its “She-Powers Energy Initiative”. NASENI, in collaboration with AMG Worldwide Ltd., presented certificates and NASENI-branded toolkits to the beneficiaries. The beneficiaries had completed training in solar energy installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Speaking at the event, on Thursday, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Engr. Khalil Halilu, said the initiative was designed to create women entrepreneurs and renewable energy champions across communities. Mr Halilu said the agency’s focus extended beyond technology to ensuring that innovation improved […]
- [Katagum group to Tinubu: Field credible candidate to reclaim Bauchi in 2027](https://naijalens.com/katagum-group-to-tinubu-field-credible-candidate-to-reclaim-bauchi-in-2027/): The Katagum Youth Progressive Group (KYPG) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, to carefully review the party’s gubernatorial candidature process in Bauchi State ahead of the 2027 general elections, as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) approaches its July 11 deadline for the submission of candidates’ particulars. The group specifically urged the APC leadership to replace Barr. Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar (SAN) with what it described as a more competent, credible, and electable candidate capable of strengthening the party’s chances of victory in the state. Recalled that APC […]
- [Understanding NDDC’s Role in Oil Spill Remediation for Bille Kingdom](https://naijalens.com/1688-2/): Understanding NDDC’s Role in Oil Spill Remediation for Bille Kingdo   By Martins Ogolo   Recent criticisms of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) over the oil spill in Bille Kingdom have generated considerable public debate. While concerns about environmental degradation and the welfare of affected communities are valid and deserve attention, it is important that public discourse on the matter is guided by facts, a clear understanding of institutional responsibilities, and the realities of environmental remediation in the Niger Delta.   Bille Kingdom, like many communities in the Niger Delta, has faced the devastating consequences of oil spills over the […]
- [Wealth in the Shadow of Bandits: The Two Worlds of Abdulaziz Yari](https://naijalens.com/wealth-in-the-shadow-of-bandits-the-two-worlds-of-abdulaziz-yari/): The story of Abdulaziz Yari, a former governor and current senator from Zamfara State in northwestern Nigeria, presents a stark and troubling paradox. It is a narrative that encapsulates the deep-seated contradictions within Nigerian politics, where immense personal wealth often exists alongside profound public suffering. Zamfara State, despite being endowed with significant mineral resources, notably gold, remains one of the poorest and most insecure states in the country. Yet, Abdulaziz Yari, who presided over the state as governor from 2011 to 2019, is frequently cited as one of the wealthiest politicians from northern Nigeria. This glaring disparity raises fundamental questions about […]
- [“NASENI Is Ready to Support MDAs on Digital Transformation” – Khalil Halilu, EVC ](https://naijalens.com/naseni-is-ready-to-support-mdas-on-digital-transformation-khalil-halilu-evc/): The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has reiterated the Agency’s commitment to supporting Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in accelerating their digital transformation through the adoption of integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions.   Speaking at the Nigeria Public Service Lecture Series organized by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) in Abuja, Khalil said public service reform is fundamentally a leadership commitment that must be driven by innovation, technology, and a culture of performance.   He noted that when he assumed office in 2023, many of […]
- [Matawalle Unveils #TinubuAgain Logo, Reaffirms Loyalty and Support for President Tinubu](https://naijalens.com/matawalle-unveils-tinubuagain-logo-reaffirms-loyalty-and-support-for-president-tinubu/): Former Governor of Zamfara State and Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has formally unveiled the #TinubuAgain Movement Logo. The movement is a nationwide political and grassroots mobilization platform aimed at consolidating support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and advancing the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda across the country. The launch is marked by the unveiling of the Movement’s official logo, which prominently features the images of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and Dr. Matawalle, the Founder and Convener of the initiative. Speaking on the significance of the unveiling, the Movement described the logo as a symbol of its […]
- [President Tinubu’s Fiscal Reset and the New Wealth of Nigeria’s States](https://naijalens.com/president-tinubus-fiscal-reset-and-the-new-wealth-of-nigerias-states/): When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the removal of fuel subsidy on May 29, 2023, the decision sparked intense national debate. Combined with the administration’s exchange-rate reforms, including the floating and subsequent stabilization of the Naira, the policy marked one of the most significant economic shifts in Nigeria’s recent history. Three years later, the clearest evidence of the impact of these reforms are not to be found in Abuja, but in the finances of Nigeria’s 36 states.   The numbers tell a compelling story.   In May 2023, the total monthly allocation distributed to the 36 states through the Federation Account […]
- [Nigeria First Policy: NASENI, REA Partner to Boost Local Solar Production](https://naijalens.com/nigeria-first-policy-naseni-rea-partner-to-boost-local-solar-production/): Nigeria First Policy: NASENI, REA Partner to Boost Local Solar Production   The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, says Nigeria spent over N400 billion importing solar products in 2025 and more than N200 billion so far in 2026, describing the figures as a reflection of the production gap the country must close.   Halilu stated this following the signing of a partnership agreement between NASENI and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), facilitated by the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), to support the implementation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Nigeria First Policy.   According to him, NASENI will […]

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