By Folasade Akpan Nigeria is targeting technology transfer and local production of radiotherapy and imaging equipment by 2030 to strengthen cancer care, Dr Iziaq Salako has said. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare said this in a statement on Saturday after the Link Global Summit on InnovationContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) says its strategic interventions in fertiliser distribution, farmer support and modern farming practices are helping to advance food security and boost agricultural productivity across Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of NADF, Muhammed Ibrahim, said this in a statement on FridayContinue Reading
The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, says Nigeria must strengthen local defence production and reduce reliance on imported military hardware to effectively address emerging security challenges.Continue Reading
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has increased its crude oil processing capacity to 700,000 barrels per day (bpd) in a performance test conducted by the Process Licensors. A statement by the group said this marks a significant milestone in the facility’s operational expansion and further cementing its position as World’sContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi The Federal Government has unveiled the National Dairy Policy Implementation Framework aimed at strengthening local milk production, dairy processing, cold chain systems, milk aggregation and pasture development across the country. The Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Maiha, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja atContinue Reading
By Talatu Maiwada The National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS) has trained over 500 women in briquette production to combat deforestation in Adamawa. The president of NCWS, Mrs Edna Azura, disclosed this at a one-day training workshop on Friday in Hong Local Government Area (LGA). Azura said the training, supportedContinue Reading
The Defence Industries Association of Nigeria (DIAN) has moved to end the country’s dependence on foreign defence equipment, unveiling a new strategy to boost local production and strengthen national securityContinue Reading
Military By Sumaila Ogbaje A defence and security professional, Dr Zulaykhah Aileru, has urged Nigeria to prioritise domestic defence production in order to reduce reliance on foreign military equipment and strengthen national security capability. Aileru, a Public Safety and Certified Protection Professional, made the call on Monday in Abuja, whileContinue Reading
By Olawunmi Ashafa Mr Anil Padia, Programme Director, ORUN X Designers, an initiative of Africa Currency Network, says the platform is empowering African artisans to drive production, innovation and global market access. Padia disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the Heirs ofContinue Reading
The Defence Industries Association of Nigeria (DIAN) has commended President Bola Tinubu for creating an enabling environment for the growth of Nigeria’s military industrial base.Continue Reading
