IMF proposes higher taxes as solution to Nigeria’s fiscal challenge
The International Monetary Fund has proposed a higher tax policy to solve Nigeria’s fiscal challenges. IMF Africa Department Director, Abebe Selassie disclosed this during a press briefing on the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Economic Outlook on Friday at the ongoing World Bank Group/International Monetary Fund Meeting in Marrakech, Morocco. DAILY POST reports that the country’s fiscal […]
Military coups slowed Nigeria’s progress, bad leaders worsening it – Adebanjo
The leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, speaks to DANIEL AYANTOYE on his assessment of the state of the nation, 63 years after independence Many people believe that Nigeria has come a long way, at 63, how will you describe the journey so far? We have come no way. Things are […]
Construction begins on 550 MW solar / 150 MW energy storage in Mississippi
Origis Energy and the Tennessee Valley Authority announced the facilities, which will be built in three phases. The first of three Origis Energy projects that combine for 550 MW of solar and 150 MW of energy storage have begun construction in Mississippi. The projects are expected to deliver electricity to customers in the Tennessee Valley […]
Pope Francis says the renewables transition is happening too slowly
The Pope expressed high hopes for next month’s global climate conference. Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church, said that the “necessary transition” to clean energy and the “abandonment” of fossil fuels are not progressing “at the necessary speed,” in a statement described as an “exhortation to all people of good will on the […]
Sunrise brief: FERC Commissioner Allison Clements describes the path forward for renewables
Also on the rise: Solar PV LCOE expected to slide to $0.021/kWh by 2050, DNV says. Vermont utility announces emissions-free “zero outages” initiative. And more. People on the move: Origami Solar, SolarApp+ Foundation, and more Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance. Fossil-intensive utilities plan to add 115 GW solar, 53 […]
Scout confirms existence of 20 formidable cult groups
Chief Commissioner of the Scout Association of Nigeria, Dave Padopas-Awunah, has said no fewer than 20 formidable cult groups operate in the country. At a press conference to announce the organisation in Abuja, he said authorities were disturbed by emerging vices and drug abuse involving children and youths across the federation. Padopas-Awunah promised that his […]
President Tinubu has been fair to all ethnic, religious groups – Christian leaders
*Declares 40 days fasting For Nigeria Religious leaders under the aegis of ethnic, religious groups, has commended the leadership style of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying that he has ensured inclusivity in the appointments and engagements made so far. The Church leaders were particularly happy with the President on the choice of appointments so far, […]
FERC Commissioner Allison Clements describes the path forward for renewables
Clements outlined several improvements needed to advance the energy transition, speaking to an audience convened by the renewables trade group ACORE. The renewables industry has a “really important game-changing opportunity,” said Commissioner Allison Clements with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), at a forum held by the trade group ACORE. Yet aligning the federal regulatory […]
EDVES, Kogi to transform over 2,000 schools with e-learning solutions
An educational technology company, EDVES, has announced a strategic partnership with the government of Kogi State to transform over 2,000 public schools that are yet to leverage on technology for learning. The post EDVES, Kogi to transform over 2,000 schools with e-learning solutions appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News.
Sunrise brief: Perch Energy raises $30M to expand community solar
Also on the rise: Swedish battery manufacturer to open factory in Canada. Growth of solar, wind cuts emissions in global electricity sector. And more. People on the move: Origami Solar, SolarApp+ Foundation, and more Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance. Electrolyzer manufacturer Electric Hydrogen completes $380 million financing The company […]