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For decades, geography has been one of the United Arab Emirates’ greatest competitive advantages. Its position between Europe, Asia and Africa helped transform Dubai into one of the world’s most important logistics and trading hubs. At the heart of that success sits Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made harbour in the world and one of […]
LAGOS, NIGERIA — For millions of Nigerians, traffic has become such a normal part of daily life that many no longer see it as an economic problem. It is simply something they expect before leaving home each morning and after closing from work in the evening. But beyond the frustration of sitting in endless queues
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Every year, governments across Nigeria announce ambitious infrastructure projects. Roads are flagged off, bridges are commissioned for construction, rail lines are unveiled, and billions of naira are allocated to projects expected to improve connectivity, boost economic activity and enhance the quality of life. Yet, years later, many of these projects remain incomplete, significantly delayed or
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing what it means to invest in technology. For years, conversations around AI centred on algorithms, large language models and software capabilities. Today, the biggest competition is no longer about who has the smartest model. It is about who can secure enough electricity, computing capacity and physical infrastructure to run those
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Every week, millions of Nigerians leave the market wondering why food prices continue to rise despite reports of improved harvests in some parts of the country. A basket of tomatoes that sold for far less a few years ago now costs significantly more. A bag of rice, a bunch of plantain or
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ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has formally handed over the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu to Aero Alliance under a concession agreement that could become a major test case for Nigeria’s drive to modernise aviation infrastructure through private sector investment. The agreement, signed in Abuja by the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development,
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LAGOS, NIGERIA — Rescue workers have pulled 16 people alive from the rubble of a collapsed residential building in the Satellite Town area of Lagos State as emergency responders continue efforts to locate anyone still trapped beneath the debris. The incident occurred on Thursday morning along Old Ojo Road near Alakija Bus Stop, off the
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Every day, thousands of containers arrive at Nigeria’s seaports carrying everything from raw materials and industrial equipment to food products, medicines and consumer goods. Yet many of these goods spend days, weeks and sometimes even months trapped within the country’s port system before reaching businesses and consumers. The result is a costly
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ABUJA, NIGERIA — As work continues on the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Expressway, many Nigerians are asking a question that goes beyond road construction: Can the completion of one of Nigeria’s most important highways help reduce food prices? The answer, according to economists, transport operators and infrastructure experts, is yes—but not immediately. The Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano corridor is more than
Nigeria Unveils Unified PPP Framework to Bridge $2.3 Trillion Infrastructure Gap ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has unveiled a new Model Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Agreement aimed at accelerating infrastructure development, attracting private investment, and addressing Nigeria’s estimated $2.3 trillion infrastructure deficit. The initiative, introduced by the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), seeks to standardise
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