By Okeoghene Akubuike A prominent Development Economist, Prof. Ken Ife, has identified insecurity as the primary driver behind the escalating costs of food in the country. “Fewer farmers are growing crops and many can no longer go to the farm out of fear. “Eighty per cent of rural production, processingContinue Reading
By Bukola Adewumi The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has successfully empowered 200 youths and women in Nasarawa State under its Home Grown Poultry Programme. The initiative, aimed at boosting incomes and livelihoods, provided beneficiaries with essential poultry materials. Executive Secretary of NALDA, Paul Ikonne, revealed that the scheme,Continue Reading
By Fabian Ekeruche The Lagos State Government has affirmed its unwavering commitment to enforcing a comprehensive ban on the usage and distribution of styrofoam within the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, said this at a consultative meeting with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN)Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade Nigerian Government, in collaboration with UNICEF and other development partners, have unveiled an ambitious plan to accelerate the provision of climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services within the country. At the Nigeria/UNICEF Annual WASH Review Meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Prof. Joseph Utsev,Continue Reading
By Aderogba George Mrs Titi Atiku, wife of the former Vice President, has urged stakeholders leading the charge against human trafficking and smuggling of migrants to fortify themselves for the challenges ahead. Atiku delivered this call during the closing session of a three-day retreat organised by the West Africa CoalitionContinue Reading
By Deborah Coker Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has inaugurated an 8-member committee tasked with providing and installing a security surveillance system along the Abuja-Kaduna highway and rail line to address recurring security breaches. The committee, led by the Director Joint Services in the ministry and comprising members from variousContinue Reading
By Talatu Maiwada The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) has refuted claims suggesting a takeover by Nigerien authorities, while reiterating its dedication to delivering high-quality power services within its franchise area. Mr Peter Cheman, Acting Head of Corporate Communication, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on TuesdayContinue Reading
By Justina Auta The Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has cautioned parents against giving out their children as domestic helpers or for adoption. Kennedy-Ohanenye gave the warning on Tuesday, at a new year party to celebrate school children and to encourage them on the path to greatness inContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja Prof. Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah said Nigeria could emulate China’s successful approach to development while still retaining its cultural heritage. Na’Allah stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at a Seminar on the “Global Civilisation Initiative” organised by the Chinese Embassy in collaboration withContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network in Abuja has issued a call to the nation’s youth, urging them to prioritise personal and career development over engaging in social vices detrimental to Nigeria’s economic growth. Mr Daniel Black, the Coordinator of the YALI Network, emphasised this duringContinue Reading
