THE NATIONAL BRANDS DEVELOPMENT AND THE MADE IN NIGERIA PROJECT OFFICE

  NEMA Activates National Emergency Operations Centre to Strengthen 2026 Flood Response The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has activated its National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) as part of efforts to strengthen coordination, monitoring and response throughout Nigeria’s 2026 flood season. The activation is aimed at improving the country’s disaster preparedness by providing a central platform for monitoring flood-related developments, coordinating emergency response efforts and supporting timely decision-making. NEMA Director-General, Zubaida Umar , said the centre will provide timely and reliable data to support early warning, informed decision-making and effective disaster management across the country. NEMA Strengthens Preparedness for 2026 Flood Season The activation of the National Emergency Operations Centre comes as Nigeria prepares for potential flooding during the 2026 rainy season. Flooding remains a recurring disaster risk in several parts of Nigeria, ...

  Tinubu Congratulates Team Nigeria on 24-Medal Commonwealth Games Success President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, after the country secured a total of 24 medals . Nigeria’s medal haul comprised 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals , with President Tinubu praising the athletes for their resilience, discipline, perseverance and excellence. The President said the performance demonstrated the strength of the Nigerian spirit and reflected the dedication and hard work of the athletes who represented the country on the international stage. Nigeria Wins 24 Medals at Commonwealth Games Team Nigeria’s 24-medal haul represents a strong showing across the different sporting events contested at the Commonwealth Games. The 10 gold medals were complemented by seven silver and seven bronze medals, highlighting the depth of Nigerian sporting talent. The performance has provided another oppo...

Tinubu Approves Up to 80% Salary Increase for 250,000 Armed Forces Personnel President Bola Tinubu has approved a major salary increase for personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces, with increases ranging from 30 per cent to 80 per cent, effective September 1, 2026. The development was disclosed by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), who commended the President for approving the pay adjustment, describing it as an important step toward improving the welfare, morale and operational effectiveness of military personnel. The salary increase is expected to benefit approximately 250,000 members of the Armed Forces and represents a significant increase in the Federal Government’s annual personnel expenditure. Junior Military Personnel to Receive 80% Increase Under the approved salary structure, junior-ranking personnel will receive the highest adjustment of 80 per cent. Middle-tier military personnel will receive a 50 per cent increase, while senior military leaders ...

  The National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office: Beyond Slogans, a Blueprint for Economic Transformation Introduction: The Quiet Revolution Happening Right Now Let’s be honest—when most Nigerians hear “Made in Nigeria,” they think of campaigns that come and go. Slogans on billboards. Politicians shaking hands at product expos. A few weeks of buzz, then silence. But something different is happening. And if you haven’t been paying attention, you might miss it. The National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office —operating under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) and located at The Shagari House, Three Arms Zone, Abuja —isn’t just another government initiative. It’s a structural intervention designed to do what previous campaigns couldn’t: transform Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy into a production-driven one . Here’s why this matters—and why this time, it’s different.           ...