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Nigerian Government Launches N250 Billion Fund for Affordable Housing and Economic Growth

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The Nigerian government has officially launched the N250 billion Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF).

The announcement was made on Thursday via a statement from the Federal Ministry of Finance’s official X account.

According to the government, the fund’s primary goal is to provide low-cost, long-term mortgage financing, particularly focusing on the housing and construction industries, which are vital sectors for job creation and economic development.

At the signing ceremony, the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, stated the importance of the initiative in bridging the country’s significant housing finance gap.

He explained that the new fund would offer mortgages with terms of up to 25 years, a stark contrast to the short-term, high-interest loans typically provided by commercial banks.

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This longer repayment period is expected to make homeownership more accessible and affordable for Nigerians.

Edun also shared details about the fund’s structure, revealing that the first series, worth N150 billion, aims to attract substantial private-sector investment.

A second series, which will raise an additional N100 billion, will follow.

The initiative is closely aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision to promote widespread homeownership, create jobs, and drive economic growth, particularly in the construction and real estate sectors.

Armstrong Takang, the Managing Director of MOFI, also spoke on the impact of the initiative, emphasizing that the MREIF will allow Nigerians to build generational wealth through sustainable homeownership.

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Nigerian Student Wins 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship

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It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.

It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.

“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”

The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.


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‘My Reforms Have Stabilised Nigeria’s Economy’ — President Tinubu

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.

He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”

The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.

However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.


 

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Nyesom Wike Says He Knows Civil Servants Don’t Like Him

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Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.

He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.

He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”


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