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Naija & The News Saturday, 17 October 2026
Economy

Federal Government Seeks Private Investment

The Federal Government has inaugurated plans to seek private investment for various projects. This move is expected to improve the economy and create jobs.

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The government has also approved a new electricity grid to address frequent collapses. The new grid will strengthen the country's transmission infrastructure and improve the reliability of electricity supply.

The government's efforts are aimed at attracting investment and expanding productive capacity. The impact of these efforts will be felt across different sectors of the economy.

The government is seeking $78.5bn in private capital to finance 65 projects. The projects cover several sectors, including infrastructure expansion.

The government's move comes amid concerns over repeated grid failures and their impact on homes, businesses, and industries.

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