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‎Tinubu arrives in Brazil for state visit

‎Tinubu arrives in Brazil for state visit

By Muhyideen Jimoh

‎President Bola Tinubu arrived in Brasília early Monday for a two-day state visit aimed at deepening Nigeria-Brazil relations.

‎The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the presidential aircraft, Nigerian Air Force One (NAF-001), nicknamed “Eagle One,” touched down at Brasília International Airport around 12:30 a.m. local time, 4. 30 a.m. (Nigerian time).

‎Tinubu was received by Carlos Duarte, Secretary for Africa and the Middle East, Carlos José Moreno Garcete, Ambassador of Brazil to Nigeria and top Nigerian government officials including
‎Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.

‎The President then proceeded directly to his hotel where he will be based during the visit.

‎At his hotel, he was received by Speaker of House of Representative, Tajudeen Abass, Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State and Gov. Caleb Mutfwang.

‎Others present are:Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar and Minister of Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole.

‎Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha and Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji were also present, among others.

‎NAN reports that the Nigerian leader is scheduled to meet with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and other senior Brazilian officials on Monday at the
Planalto Palace.

‎The leaders will witness the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and address a joint press conference afterwards.

‎As part of his engagements, President Tinubu will meet with the President of the Brazilian Senate at the National Congress, the President of the Chamber of Deputies, and the President of the Supreme Federal Court.

‎He will also participate in the Nigeria-Brazil Business Forum as part of a packed programme in Brasília on Monday.

‎President Tinubu’s agenda will focus on boosting cooperation in aviation, agribusiness, livestock, security, trade, and cultural exchange with the Latin America’s largest economy.

‎Key discussions will also explore partnerships in agriculture, energy transition, regional security and areas of mutual strategic interest.

‎A major highlight will be the signing of the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) for direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil.

‎Breakout sessions and sideline meetings involving Nigerian ministries will complement the high-level talks.

‎NAN recalls that President Tinubu led Nigeria’s delegation to the BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro in July and, on President Lula’s invitation, attended the G20 Summit in Brazil in November 2024.

‎Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin and his wife, Maria Lúcia Alckmin, visited Abuja for the Second Session of the Mechanism for Strategic Dialogue in June.

‎Nigeria and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2013 to establish the Mechanism for Strategic Dialogue to foster cooperation in agriculture, trade, defence, energy, education, power, petroleum, and mining.

‎The Dialogue is co-chaired by the Vice Presidents of both countries and alternates annually.

‎The Second Session of the Mechanism for Strategic Dialogue occurred in Abuja in June. This resulted in the signing of seven MoUs, including agreements on the Strategic Dialogue Mechanism Cooperation Renewal, Defence Cooperation, Energy, Tourism, Audio-Visual Co-Production, Livestock Development, and Counternarcotics.

‎Brazil is a key partner in Nigeria’s food security programme. The $2.5 billion JBS investment to strengthen food security and develop sustainable supply chains was signed in Brazil during President Tinubu’s participation at the 2024 G20 Leaders’ Summit.

‎The project aims to boost local production and create job opportunities for Nigerian youth.

‎The Green Imperative Programme (GIP), a $1.1 billion agricultural mechanisation project launched in 2019, is also on course. It aims to supply 10,000 tractors and 50,000 units of farm equipment for assembly in Nigeria.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Rotimi Ijikanmi

‎Nigeria: Why Brazil? Yes, Brazil

‎Nigeria: Why Brazil? Yes, Brazil

By Sunday Dare

‎Three visits in less than a year. That is not mere coincidence, it is deliberate strategy. And as usual, disingenuous reportage from a section of the press is insinuating some obsession of President Tinubu with Brazil. Well, Yes. But It is an obsession in pursuit of economic partnerships and opportunities for Nigeria.  And that’s what visionary leaders do.

‎The deeper truth, however, lies in a deliberate arc of diplomacy — one that connects Nigeria’s voice in global governance to concrete opportunities for investment, trade, and cooperation.

‎President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will undertake his third visit to Brazil from August 24–25, 2025, at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, one of our biggest supporters and partners.

‎This two-day State Visit will feature bilateral meetings, a Nigeria–Brazil Business Forum with leading investors, and the signing of key agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen cooperation across agriculture, energy, technology, aviation, renewable energy and cultural exchange.

‎A strategic arc from G20 to BRICS to a State Visit: The first visit of President Tinubu to Brazil was in November 2024: for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, Rio de Janeiro from November 18-19, 2024. The President was at the summit which focused on ‘Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet,’ a gathering that was convened to tackle major global challenges like poverty, hunger, energy transition, and sustainable development.

‎At that forum, Tinubu gracefully advocated for reforming global governance structures, continuing Nigeria’s long-standing call for fairer representation of developing nations in decision-making institutions.

‎The sophomore visit was barely a month ago from 6th-7th of July for the BRICS Summit, in Brasília. At this 17th BRICS Summit, President Tinubu participated as the leader of a Partner Country- a membership category short of full status but significant, nonetheless.

‎This BRICS summit focused on ‘Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance’ with discussions centering on social, economic, and environmental development. President Tinubu’s message rang out clearly : Nigeria cannot remain a passive observer in the evolving global order — it must be an active shaper of a fairer and more inclusive system.

‎“Nigeria strongly believes in South-South cooperation. We can, therefore, not be passive participants in global decision-making on financial restructuring, debt forgiveness, climate change, environmental issues, and healthcare”.

‎And now, this august visit in August 2025- this State Visit marks the transition from diplomacy to deals. Beyond dialogue, the focus will be activating multi-billion-dollar agricultural investments, advancing joint initiatives like the $1.1 billion Green Imperative mechanization project and securing new flows of FDI into Nigeria’s agriculture and energy sectors. It is also about deepening political trust, expanding cultural exchange, and harnessing shared opportunities in renewable energy, climate resilience, and digital transformation.

‎Why Nigeria and Brazil Must Work Together

‎Brazil is Latin America’s largest economy and a global agricultural powerhouse. Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest economies  with vast arable land and a young, dynamic population. Both are leaders of the Global South with converging aspirations in South–South cooperation.

‎Together, we face common challenges — and opportunities:
‎•Food Security: Brazil’s advanced mechanization and Nigeria’s fertile land create a powerful synergy.
‎•Climate Change & Energy Transition: Both countries share vulnerabilities, requiring joint innovation in renewables and green finance.
‎•Global Trade Realignment: With uncertainties around U.S. AGOA renewal, BRICS-linked trade and currency channels are becoming vital.
‎•Technology & Youth Employment: Harnessing the digital economy is central to empowering their youthful populations.

‎Trade and Investment Potential

‎Trade between Nigeria and Brazil has experienced sharp swings in recent years. From a high of about US $9 billion a decade ago, bilateral trade fell to just US $1.6 billion in 2023, reflecting underutilized opportunities and shifting global dynamics.

‎In 2024, the figure remained under US $2 billion, with Brazil exporting roughly US $970 million worth of goods such as machinery and poultry to Nigeria, while Nigeria’s exports to Brazil stood at about US $920 million, driven by oil, cocoa, urea, and sesame. Brazil’s total imports from Nigeria in 2024 were valued at US $1.17 billion, largely mineral fuels and fertilizers.

‎Despite this contraction, the trade balance between the two economies remains relatively even, a sign of mutual complementarity rather than one-sided dependence. Nigeria’s non-oil exports are increasingly finding space in the Brazilian market — in October 2024 alone, Nigeria’s non-oil exports reached US $0.62 billion, with Brazil as the single largest destination, accounting for over 20 per cent of the total.

‎This demonstrates that beyond hydrocarbons, sectors like agriculture and agro-processing are already serving as bridges between the two economies, with clear potential for scaling up.

‎Looking ahead, both countries have set ambitious targets to revive and expand their trade partnership. At several fora, leaders pledged to push trade back above US $2 billion, with a longer-term goal of reaching US $3.5 billion by 2030.

‎Nigeria and Brazil have since signed onto an economic cooperation with the launch of the Green Imperative Partnership (GIP), a USD $1.1 billion initiative aimed at supplying 10,000 tractors and 50,000 pieces of equipment, to be assembled in Nigeria.

‎This project is estimated to provide about 100,000 direct jobs and over 5 million indirect jobs. The program is anticipated to advance agricultural mechanisation and food security in Nigeria. It is imperative to note that the Green Imperative Agreement was signed during the visit of the Brazilian Foreign Minister, H.E. Mauro Viera, in Abuja this year. 

‎In Oil & Gas, Brazilian giants such as Petrobras and Embraer are exploring investments in energy and aviation. The BASA Agreement for a direct flight route between our two countries is already on the table to be consummated , a move that would  dramatically improve connectivity, lower costs, and unlock new flows of trade, tourism, and investment.

‎Cultural Linkages; Asides trade and economy, Nigeria and Brazil are linked by deep historical bonds dating back to the transatlantic slave trade, when millions of Africans — especially Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo — were taken to Brazil. Their languages, faiths, music, and cuisine left lasting imprints, visible today in Salvador da Bahia, Rio de Janeiro, and Afro-Brazilian traditions like Candomblé and Capoeira. Consular relations between the two countries are marked by the presence of an estimated 9,000 Nigerians residing in Brazil, the majority of whom live in Sao Paulo, the biggest city and commercial nerve center of the country.

‎These roots now fuel modern exchanges in art, film, music, and academia, with Yoruba studies thriving in Brazil and Afro-Brazilian festivals attracting Nigerians. Such cultural diplomacy strengthens goodwill and opens pathways in the creative economy, heritage tourism, and education — proving the Nigeria–Brazil relationship is as much about shared identity as it is about shared strategy.

Beyond trade and diplomacy; The growing relevance of BRICS and the G20 signals a shift toward a multipolar world order. This is not about opposing any single power bloc; it is about ensuring space for voices like Nigeria’s and Brazil’s in reshaping trade, finance, technology, and food systems.

‎As President Tinubu argued in Brasília, BRICS and South–South frameworks allow nations like Nigeria and Brazil to ‘look inward to decide what is important for our people and how we can leverage partnerships to accelerate development.’

‎Nigeria and Brazil share several commonalities, including vast territories, large populations, tropical climates, and similar colonial histories. Both Countries hold considerable influence within their respective regions and are active members of key international organisations. They have been strong advocate for South-South Cooperation, with Brazil viewing Nigeria as a strategic gateway to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) market.

‎This State Visit is the next leap forward in a carefully crafted strategy, one that transforms shared history and mutual challenges into shared prosperity.

‎This State Visit is  yet one of President Tinubu’s Power Forward Diplomacy (PFD), one that obliterates obstacles but propels Nigeria into a new era of bold economic and political diplomacy. A handshake across the Atlantic between two Global players in their own rights. Let the world take note : BRAZIL IS THEREFORE NOT A DETOUR BUT A DESTINATION.

*‎Mr Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Communication to President Bola Tinubu, is part of the President’s delegation to Brazil for the two-day state visit.

Putin discusses deeper cooperation within BRICS bloc with South African, Brazilian presidents

Putin discusses deeper cooperation within BRICS bloc with South African, Brazilian presidents

(TV BRICS/NAN) Russian President Vladimir Putin held telephone conversations with his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa, and Brazilian leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva during which they discussed international issues, according to the official website of the Russian leader, cited by TV BRICS.

The website indicated that the leaders of South Africa and Russia confirmed their mutual commitment to further developing a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and close cooperation in multilateral forums.

Putin and Ramaphosa last spoke by phone on Aug. 7 and at that time, they discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation between Russia and South Africa.

During the talks with Lula da Silva, interest in developing Russian-Brazilian dialogue and close cooperation within the BRICS bloc was confirmed. (TV BRICS/NAN)

(Edited by Emmanuel Yashim)

Egypt, Zimbabwe to сooperate on public broadcasting, health, agriculture

Egypt, Zimbabwe to сooperate on public broadcasting, health, agriculture

(TV BRICS/NAN) Egypt intends to expand cooperation with Zimbabwe, with a particular focus on development and training in the areas of public broadcasting and cooperation in a number of strategic fields.

This is according to a report by ZBC News, a partner of TV BRICS.

The report disclosed that the Egyptian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Salwa Mowafi, announced the intent during a meeting in Harare with Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Jenfan Muswere.

During the talks, the parties affirmed their desire to deepen bilateral ties, including the exchange of experience in healthcare and childcare, agriculture, water purification, tourism, and housing development.

The modernisation of the media sector and technical cooperation were also discussed.

“These are part of the areas that we want to work together on

“We also seek to deepen political, economic, and technical cooperation in infrastructure, housing, health, agriculture, tourism, and modernisation of our public broadcasting institutions,” said Muswere. (TV BRICS/NAN)

(Edited by Emmanuel Yashim)

Sustainable dev’t: JICA, Kakehashi Africa award scholarships to 20 Nigerians

Sustainable dev’t: JICA, Kakehashi Africa award scholarships to 20 Nigerians

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in partnership with the Kakehashi Africa-Nigeria Initiative (KANI), has awarded scholarships to 20 Nigerians for Master’s degrees and internships under the African Business Education (ABE) Initiative.

This marks the 12th batch of beneficiaries under the ABE Initiative, the SDGs Global Leader Programme Agri-Net, and PREPARE, all supported through Japan’s Official Development Assistance.

Speaking at the orientation and send-forth ceremony in Abuja, Japan’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Suzuki Hideo, said the programme reflects Japan’s strong commitment to Africa, especially Nigeria, in line with the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD).

“It is not just a ceremony; it is a celebration of dreams, hard work and the beginning of a transformative journey,” he said.

“As you embark on your studies, remember you are not just students but ambassadors – the Kakehashi, or bridge – between Nigeria and Japan,” he added.

Mr Yuzurio Susumu, Chief Representative of JICA Nigeria, explained that the scholarships aim to nurture human resource development and strengthen socio-economic ties between both countries.

“This year, 20 participants will benefit, with most programmes lasting two years, while doctoral candidates will study for three years.

“The scheme is fully sponsored by the Japanese Government and JICA,” he said.

Senior JICA representative, Mr Yamamoto Tetsuya, stressed that the initiative focuses on key sectors such as agriculture, energy, health, and private sector development, which are vital to Nigeria’s growth.

One of the beneficiaries, Charles Anibogo, a principal electrical engineer at the Ministry of Power, said he would study energy transmission policy at the International University of Japan.

“With the energy challenges in Nigeria, I believe this programme will help me contribute meaningfully to energy policy on my return,” he said.

Since the programme’s launch in 2015, about 150 Nigerians have studied in Japan under the initiative, gaining both academic qualifications and internship experience with Japanese companies. (NAN)

Edited by Emmanuel Yashim

Tinubu departs Japan for Brazil state visit

Tinubu departs Japan for Brazil state visit

By Muhyideen Jimoh

‎President Bola Tinubu departed Yokohama, Japan, on Thursday night for Brazil, where he will begin a state visit on Sunday, Aug. 24.

Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement that the President would make a stopover in Los Angeles before proceeding to Brasília, the Brazilian capital.

The trip to Brazil marks the second leg of Tinubu’s two-nation tour, which began with his departure from Abuja on Aug. 15.

On his way to Japan, the President had a brief stop in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, before arriving in Yokohama on the morning of Aug. 18.

While in Japan, Tinubu participated in the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), where he attended both the opening and plenary sessions on Aug. 20.

He also held a series of bilateral meetings with Japanese government officials, business leaders and development partners, aimed at strengthening ties between Nigeria and Japan.

The President further used the visit to highlight Nigeria’s economic reform agenda and to seek greater Japanese investment in infrastructure, technology, and renewable energy.

In addition to official engagements, Tinubu concluded his stay with an interactive session with Nigerians in the diaspora on Thursday night in Yokohama.

At the forum, he commended their contributions to national development and urged them to remain good ambassadors of Nigeria while exploring opportunities to invest back home.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Tinubu is expected to focus on trade, security, and cultural exchange during his Brazilian visit, reinforcing Nigeria’s bilateral relations with Latin America’s largest economy.

According to the Presidency, the visit will also feature discussions on cooperation in agriculture, energy transition, and regional security, areas of shared interest to both countries.

The President’s engagements in Brazil will include meetings with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and other senior government officials.

He is also expected to meet with the Nigerian community in Brazil to brief them on government policies and encourage stronger diaspora participation in national growth.

The presidency confirmed that Tinubu is due to return to Nigeria after completing his official engagements in Brazil. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo

TICAD9: Nigeria focused on strategic engagements, not trade expo —- Presidency

TICAD9: Nigeria focused on strategic engagements, not trade expo —- Presidency

‎By Muhyideen Jimoh

‎The Presidency has said Nigeria’s delegation to the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) is focused on strategic engagements, not a trade exhibition.

In a statement on Wednesday, Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said President Bola Tinubu’s delegation is pursuing results in key sectors such as power, industry, and agriculture.

The clarification follows social media reports showing an empty booth labelled “Nigeria” at the TICAD9 venue in Yokohama, Japan.

Onanuga described the viral narrative as a misrepresentation of Nigeria’s mission at the triennial conference, stressing that the country is not participating as a trade exhibitor.

He noted that while the reports may reflect patriotic concern, they reveal ignorance about Nigeria’s actual objectives at TICAD9.

According to him, Nigeria’s participation is centred on forging bilateral and multilateral partnerships that will support economic growth and development.

Onanuga revealed that the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) will host a targeted investment forum at the conference on Thursday.

He added that ministers are holding bilateral meetings, while President Tinubu will meet executives from Toyota, CFAO, UN-Habitat, UNDP, and the International Finance Corporation.

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is leading talks on several projects backed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), including power transmission improvements in Lagos and Ogun states.

Other projects include a partnership between the National Power Training Institute (NAPTIN) and JICA on vocational training, and a $190 million renewable energy access initiative.

Adelabu is also scheduled to meet with leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), such as TOSHIBA and HITACHI, on possible collaborations in the power sector.

Onanuga further disclosed that the Bank of Industry, led by Dr Supo Olusi, is engaged in high-level talks with JICA and other multilateral financial institutions.

He affirmed that Nigeria is well represented at TICAD9 and actively involved in all critical diplomatic and investment negotiations. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo

Turkish envoy seeks collaboration with NiDCOM on diaspora engagement

Turkish envoy seeks collaboration with NiDCOM on diaspora engagement

By Maureen Okon

Mr Mehmet Poroy, the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, on Monday sought partnership with the Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) to strengthen bilateral relations on diaspora engagement between the two countries.

The envoy said this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Commission’s Chairman/CEO, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja.

He said that both Nigeria and Turkey shared similarities as Nigeria has 17million citizens abroad while Turkey has 7.5million diasporans.

According to him, 6.5million of them are living in Europe, while the rest are scattered in America and other parts of the world.

The envoy, who said Nigerians currently living in Turkey were 5,000, expressed his embassy’s readiness to work and learn from NiDCOM ways to better his country’s diaspora engagement.

Responding, Dabiri-Erewa appreciated the ambassador’s visit, adding that the commission was ready to partner with the Turkish government to learn and grow together.

She acknowledged that both countries have similarities in various ways, adding that the more reason for the collaboration to happen was to deepen the relationship of Nigeria and Turkey.

“Nigeria has over 17million diasporans living around the world and Nigerian diaspora are described as the most intelligent in the US and UK.

“Turkey has been friendly to Nigerian students studying in the country and I promise to return the visit.

“I promise to work and partner to share information and to collaborate with the Turkish diaspora commission,” she said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Deji Abdulwahab

‎TICAD9: Tinubu arrives in Japan, seeks to bolster Asia-Nigeria investment

‎TICAD9: Tinubu arrives in Japan, seeks to bolster Asia-Nigeria investment

‎‎By Muhyideen Jimoh

‎President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Tokyo, Japan, to attend the ninth edition of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9).

‎Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga said President Tinubu touched down in Tokyo early Tuesday (local time) for the high-level summit.

‎The President will join other African leaders, development partners, and stakeholders at the influential international forum.

‎The event which will be held from Aug. 20 to Aug. 22 at the Pacifico Yokohama, will serve as a strategic platform for the President to strengthen and attract Asian investors to Nigeria.

‎President Tinubu was received at the Presidential Wing of the Haneda International Airport, Tokyo, by Amb. Hideo Matsubara, the Ambassador in charge of Haneda Airport for TICAD.

‎Also present were Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and officials from the Nigerian Embassy after the plane touched down at 00:50 am local time.

‎Initiated by the Japanese government, TICAD is co-hosted by the UN, UNDP, African Union Commission, and the World Bank.

‎The triennial summit alternates between Japan and Africa, with Tunisia hosting the last edition.

‎TICAD9 is themed “Co-create Innovative Solutions with Africa,” focusing on economic transformation through innovation and private investment.

‎It also aims to foster a resilient and sustainable African society rooted in peace, stability, and human security.

‎During the conference, President Tinubu will hold bilateral meetings and participate in high-profile meetings with the chief executive officers of some Japanese companies with investments in Nigeria.

‎The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Tinubu’s participation in TICAD9 marks his first official visit to Japan since assuming office in May 2023, a milestone in his foreign diplomacy.

‎His participation signals Nigeria’s commitment to deeper ties with Japan, leveraging innovation and strategic collaboration at TICAD9.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Sadiya Hamza

Researchers detect pathogens, antibiotic resistant genes in aircraft toilets’ wastewater

Researchers detect pathogens, antibiotic resistant genes in aircraft toilets’ wastewater

Toilets
Australian-led research suggests that wastewater from aircraft toilet could serve as an early warning system for the global spread of antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) superbugs.

A statement released Monday by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national science agency, said the researchers analysed wastewater from 44 international flights to Australia from nine countries.

It added that the researchers detected nine high-priority pathogens and multiple antibiotic resistance genes.

Using advanced molecular techniques, the international team led by CSIRO, found a gene for resistance to last-resort antibiotics on 17 flights.

But it was absent from Australia’s urban wastewater, indicating likely introduction via international travel.

The study found five of the pathogens in all flight samples, with geographic variation in resistance levels.

Flights from Asia carried higher concentrations of resistance genes compared with those from Europe, it said.

“Aircraft wastewater captures microbial signatures from passengers across different continents, offering a non-invasive, cost-effective way to monitor threats like AMR,” said senior author Warish Ahmed, a principal research scientist from CSIRO.

The researchers confirmed that genetic material remained stable in aircraft toilet disinfectants for up to 24 hours, underlining the reliability of the method for surveillance.

AMR is expected to cause more than 39 million deaths globally by 2050, surpassing cancer, the authors said.

The author added that the study suggested aircraft wastewater monitoring could offer early warnings of superbug threats, similar to COVID-19 wastewater testing.

The research, detailed in Microbiology Spectrum published by the American Society for Microbiology, was conducted in partnership with Xiamen University in China.

The University of South Australia and Michigan Technological University in the United States also took part. (Xinhua/NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Cecilia Odey/Hadiza Mohammed-Aliyu

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