EU, UN Agencies Conclude High-Level Mission to Sokoto, Reaffirm Support for Women, Children and Vulnerable Families

EU, UN Agencies Conclude High-Level Mission to Sokoto, Reaffirm Support for Women, Children and Vulnerable Families

By GLEBM News Desk EU, UN agencies and partners concluded a high-level mission to Sokoto, reaffirming commitments to strengthen systems supporting women, children and vulnerable families. A high-level delegation led by the European Union Delegation to Nigeria, alongside UNICEF, UNFPA, International Labour Organization and international partners, has concluded a mission to Sokoto State, reaffirming a…

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Budget 2026: Humanitarian Ministry Allocates N23.56bn for Youth Empowerment, Medical Outreach

Budget 2026: Humanitarian Ministry Allocates N23.56bn for Youth Empowerment, Medical Outreach

By GLEBM News Desk Nigeria’s Humanitarian Affairs Ministry plans to spend N23.56bn in the 2026 budget on youth empowerment, medical outreach and social support programmes. The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has proposed a total expenditure of N23.56 billion in the 2026 budget to fund youth empowerment initiatives, medical and surgical outreach…

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Seplat Energy Urges Responsible Oil and Gas Operations as Transition Debate Deepens

Seplat Energy Urges Responsible Oil and Gas Operations as Transition Debate Deepens

By GLEBM News Desk Seplat Energy says oil and gas will remain vital to Nigeria’s energy mix, urging operators to prioritise responsible, efficient and sustainable operations. Seplat Energy Plc has reiterated that oil and gas will continue to play a central role in Nigeria’s energy mix for the foreseeable future, while stressing that operators must…

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ILO-Backed Skills Training Opens Employment Pathways for Refugees in Ethiopia

ILO-Backed Skills Training Opens Employment Pathways for Refugees in Ethiopia

By GLEBM News Desk ILO-supported, market-driven skills training in Ethiopia’s Somali Region is helping refugees gain employable skills and build sustainable livelihoods. Targeted, market-driven skills development supported by the International Labour Organization (ILO) is expanding access to decent work for refugees and host communities in Ethiopia’s Somali Regional State, where formal employment opportunities remain limited….

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Labour Migration Remains Key to Addressing Workforce Gaps, ILO Says

Labour Migration Remains Key to Addressing Workforce Gaps, ILO Says

By GLEBM News Desk The ILO says labour migration continues to play a critical role in addressing workforce shortages, calling for stronger protections for migrant workers. The International Labour Organization (ILO) has said that labour migration remains a critical component of global workforce dynamics, helping to address labour shortages in key sectors while supporting livelihoods…

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NESG Unveils 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook, Calls for Consolidation of Reform Gains

NESG Unveils 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook, Calls for Consolidation of Reform Gains

By GLEBM News Desk The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has officially launched its 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook Report, setting out its assessment of Nigeria’s economic direction following recent stabilisation reforms and outlining policy priorities for the year ahead. The report was unveiled in Lagos on Thursday, 15 January 2026, during a stakeholder engagement that brought…

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Nigeria Continues Economic Consolidation as Finance Minister Projects 4.7% Growth in 2026

Nigeria Continues Economic Consolidation as Finance Minister Projects 4.7% Growth in 2026

By GLEBM News Desk Nigeria’s Finance Minister says the economy will grow by 4.7% in 2026 as government focuses on consolidating reforms and delivering wider benefits to citizens. Nigeria’s economy is projected to expand by 4.7 per cent in 2026, the Wale Edun has said, as the government continues efforts to consolidate gains from structural…

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Federal Government Restates Commitment to Improving Business Environment Through Policy Reforms

Federal Government Restates Commitment to Improving Business Environment Through Policy Reforms

By GLEBM News Desk The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to policy reforms aimed at improving Nigeria’s business environment and strengthening private sector confidence. The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s business environment through sustained policy reforms targeted at improving corporate confidence, regulatory efficiency, and private sector participation. Officials of the…

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NGX Opens Thursday Session on Mixed Note as Investors Trade Cautiously

NGX Opens Thursday Session on Mixed Note as Investors Trade Cautiously

By GLEBM News Desk The Nigerian Exchange opened Thursday’s trading session on a mixed note as investors traded cautiously amid selective interest across key stocks. Trading on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) opened Thursday morning on a mixed note, with investors adopting a cautious approach in early dealings. Market activity in the opening minutes showed…

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