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Adebayo Adelabu’s Exit Signals a Political Pivot and a Power Sector Crossroads

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Adebayo Adelabu’s Exit Signals a Political Pivot and a Power Sector Crossroads Nigeria’s power sector is once again at a defining moment, this time shaped not by policy reform or infrastructure constraints, but by a high-level political transition. Adebayo Adelabu , Nigeria’s Minister of Power, is set to resign his position in the coming days as he pivots toward his gubernatorial ambition in Oyo State. The development, formally communicated to Bola Ahmed Tinubu , underscores a familiar dynamic in Nigerian governance: the intersection of public office and electoral aspiration, often with significant implications for continuity in critical sectors. A Timely Exit or a Strategic Gamble? Adelabu’s decision comes after approximately two and a half years at the helm of Nigeria’s power ministry, a period marked by incremental reforms, persistent grid instability, and ongoing efforts to decentralize electricity markets following the Electricity Act reforms. By presenting a stewardship repo...
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A BILL FOR AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE NATIONAL BRANDS DEVELOPMENT AND MADE-IN-NIGERIA PROMOTION COMMISSION AND FOR RELATED MATTERS

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  A BILL FOR AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE NATIONAL BRANDS DEVELOPMENT AND MADE-IN-NIGERIA PROMOTION COMMISSION AND FOR RELATED MATTERS PREAMBLE BE IT ENACTED by the National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as follows: Short Title:  This Act may be cited as the  National Brands Development and Made-in-Nigeria Promotion Commission Act, 2025 . Commencement:  This Act shall come into operation on such date as the Minister may, by notification in the Federal Gazette, appoint. Purpose:  The purpose of this Act is to establish a statutory body tasked with promoting the production, visibility, consumption, and branding of Nigerian goods, services, and innovations; to strengthen local enterprises and industrial competitiveness; and to create a sustainable national framework for the development, monitoring, and promotion of Made-in-Nigeria products.   TABLE OF CONTENT PREAMBLE PART I – ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COMMISSION PART II – OBJECTIVES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE C...
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Driving Nigeria’s Economic Rebirth: Inside the Made in Nigeria Project Office

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Driving Nigeria’s Economic Rebirth: Inside the Made in Nigeria Project Office The  National Brand Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office , headquartered at  Shagari House, Abuja , represents a pivotal government initiative aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s economic landscape. Operating under the  Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF)  and led by  Hon. Nwabueze Buchi George , the project is designed to promote local consumption, empower SMEs, and elevate Nigerian brands on both domestic and international stages. Mandate: From Consumption to Production At the core of the project office’s mission is the transformation of Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to a production-based powerhouse. By focusing on industrialization, reviving dormant factories, and encouraging local manufacturing, the office aims to stimulate economic growth and generate substantial contributions to the nation’s GDP. Key Activities The Made in Nigeria Pro...
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