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Nigeria among world’s most dynamic urban environments – Italian envoy

The Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, Roberto Mengoni, says Nigeria ranks among the world’s most dynamic urban environments, driven by rapid city growth, innovation, and...

Michael Simire - March 18, 2026

Human Settlement

Minister orders demolition of estate illegally built on green area in Abuja

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the demolition of an estate illegally built on a green area in Guzape,...

Michael Simire - March 17, 2026

Human Settlement

Zikora Ibeh: Makoko and the politics of displacement in Lagos

One fact is now unmistakable. The Lagos State Government appears determined to empty Makoko of its inhabitants. But for the mass protest organised by the Coalition...

Michael Simire - March 16, 2026

Human Settlement

Why buildings keep collapsing in Nigeria, by builders

The Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) has attributed the recurring building collapse cases across the country to weak construction laws and failure to hold...

Michael Simire - March 13, 2026

Human Settlement

Lagos launches online system for building permit

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has launched an electronic system that will simplify the process of obtaining physical planning permits in the state. Mr....

Michael Simire - March 12, 2026

Human Settlement

Urban October Report 2025: Responding to crises, advancing people-centred smart cities

Cities around the world came together during Urban October 2025 to address some of the most pressing urban challenges of our time – from...

Michael Simire - March 11, 2026

Human Settlement

Lagos assembly concludes probe into waterfront demolitions

The Lagos State House of Assembly has concluded its investigation into demolitions in three waterfront communities, with affected residents presenting differing demands. Chairman of the...

Michael Simire - March 6, 2026

Human Settlement

Govt commends UN-Habitat’s support for displaced persons

The Federal Government has commended the European Union-funded Sustainable Integrated Development Programme for supporting Internally Displaced Persons in Nigeria (SIDPIN). The Minister of Housing and...

Michael Simire - February 26, 2026

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North African power could be Europe’s next energy lever

As Europe seeks diversified and lower-carbon energy supplies, emerging electricity interconnections and gas infrastructure across North Africa – including...

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