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Federal Government Bans Solar Panel Imports, Cites Energy Independence

In a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s renewable energy sector, the federal government plans to prohibit the importation of solar panels. This initiative supports Presidential Executive Order No. 5, which promotes local content in science, engineering, and technology. The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) leads efforts to enhance local manufacturing capabilities in […]

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Tinubu Approves 11 New Private Universities Despite FG Ban

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of 11 new private universities in Nigeria, despite the federal government’s recent moratorium on licensing new institutions. The approval was granted during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on March 3, 2025. Among the newly approved universities are New City University in Ayetoro, Ogun State, the […]