Olusegun Awolowo, Former NEPC DG, Dies
The Awolowo family announces the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, former NEPC director-general. A dedicated public servant remembered for his integrity and service to Nigeria.
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Ex-NEPC Boss Olusegun Awolowo Passes Away at 62
Nigeria mourns Olusegun Awolowo, former NEPC executive director and grandson of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, who died at 62. Read about his legacy in Nigerian trade and public service.
Kogi youths give 21-day ultimatum for LG autonomy
Youth groups in Kogi demand local government autonomy implementation within 21 days. Coalition presents allocation analysis, cites Supreme Court ruling. Read full details.
UN Endorses Trump's Gaza Plan, Authorises Force
The UN Security Council has endorsed a US-drafted resolution backing President Trump's Gaza peace plan, authorising an international stabilisation force. Read the full details and reactions.
Nigeria Rejects 'Naming and Shaming' at UN Security Council
Nigeria's envoy to the UN condemns illicit arms flow in the Sahel, calls for international cooperation over 'naming and shaming'. Read the full statement.
UN Council to Vote on Trump-Backed Gaza Stabilisation Plan
The UN Security Council is set for a crucial vote on a US-drafted resolution endorsing Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, including an international force. A failure to act could lead to renewed fighting. Read the full details.
Tinubu Calls for Stronger Town-Gown Partnership
President Bola Tinubu advocates for enhanced university-industry collaboration to drive national development. 2,747 FUTA graduates celebrated, 72 UNIMED doctors inducted.
UK Ends Automatic Benefits for Asylum Seekers
UK Home Secretary defends drastic asylum reforms, ending automatic benefits and shortening refugee status. Critics call the measures 'harsh and unnecessary'. Read more.
Nigeria Aims for N160bn Wheat Production in 2025
The Federal Government targets N160 billion from wheat farming in the 2025/2026 dry season to boost food sovereignty. Learn how 80,000 farmers will benefit.
34.7 Million Nigerians Projected Food Insecure by 2026
A new report reveals 34.7 million Nigerians across 27 states will face food insecurity between June and August 2026. Farmers incur massive losses despite government interventions, threatening future food production.
Sanwo-Olu: Lagos Critical to Nigeria's Economic Growth
Governor Sanwo-Olu declares Lagos a national asset crucial for Nigeria's economic transformation. State focuses on agricultural innovation and food security through technology.
FG, British Council collaborate for inclusive education in Nigeria
British Council partners with Federal Government and development partners at Language in Education Conference 2025 to make education inclusive and equitable across Nigeria.
Ponmo Threatens Nigeria's Leather Industry - FG
Federal Government warns ponmo consumption threatens Nigeria's $2.79bn leather industry growth. Campaign launched to prioritize industrial use of cow hides.
British Council Trains 1M English Teachers in Africa
The British Council provides free professional development resources to over one million English teachers across sub-Saharan Africa annually. Learn how this initiative is transforming education.
MURIC Urges Tinubu to Fire INEC Chairman Amupitan
Islamic group MURIC calls for immediate removal of INEC chairman Professor Joash Amupitan over his controversial report on alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria.
Nigeria Approves English as Official Teaching Language
Federal government cancels indigenous language instruction policy, making English the official medium of teaching across all educational levels nationwide.
Google Denies Altering Western Sahara Map Border
Google clarifies it hasn't changed Western Sahara border display for Moroccan users. The tech giant explains its longstanding policy on disputed territories. Read full details.
Bayer narrows loss, upbeat on weedkiller legal woes
German giant Bayer reports a narrower Q3 loss of €963 million and expresses confidence in containing Roundup litigation risks by end of 2026. Discover the details.
Nigerian Biotech Agencies Strengthen Safety Collaboration
Nigeria's biotechnology regulators strengthen collaboration to ensure safe genetic modification practices, promoting agricultural innovation and food security across the nation.
Security Threats Detected in 6 Anambra Council Areas - Yiaga Africa
Election monitoring group Yiaga Africa raises alarm about potential security risks that could disrupt the upcoming Anambra State governorship election, calling for immediate intervention.
Nigeria's Youth: Key to Food Sovereignty - IFAD
IFAD calls for urgent investment in Nigeria's young population to transform agriculture, ensure food security, and unlock massive economic potential through innovative farming solutions.
Nigeria-China Launch ₦450M Poultry Project in Kaduna
Kaduna State welcomes groundbreaking ₦450 million Nigeria-China agricultural initiative set to revolutionize poultry farming and create thousands of jobs across the region.
FG Launches N250BN Food Security Fund
The Nigerian government unveils massive intervention fund to boost agricultural production and stabilize food markets across the nation.
UN Faces Irrelevance Crisis: Diplomats Demand Reform
Top diplomats warn United Nations must undergo radical reforms or risk becoming obsolete in addressing global conflicts and security threats in modern world.
Ellah Lakes Secures ₦2.36BN for Agricultural Expansion
Nigerian agribusiness giant Ellah Lakes Plc announces strategic capital raise of ₦2.36 billion to expand operations and drive agricultural transformation across Nigeria. Learn how this funding will impact food security and economic growth.
Tinubu Swears In New Ministers Doro Udeh and Jamila Bio
President Bola Tinubu expands his cabinet with two new ministerial appointments, strengthening his administration's team for national development.
Professor Urges Govt Support for Local Fish Production in Nigeria
A leading academic expert calls for urgent government intervention to revolutionize Nigeria's aquaculture sector, reduce massive fish import dependency, and create sustainable livelihoods.
Tinubu Swears In Bernard Doro, Kingsley Udeh As Ministers
President Bola Tinubu expands his cabinet with two new ministerial appointments - Bernard Doro and Kingsley Udeh - in a strategic move to strengthen governance.
Kaduna-China $450M Poultry Project Creates 5000 Jobs
Kaduna State and Chinese investors launch groundbreaking $450 million poultry project, creating 5,000 jobs and revolutionizing Nigeria's agricultural sector with state-of-the-art facilities.
Kaduna's Agricultural Revolution Under Uba Sani
Exclusive insight into Kaduna State's agricultural transformation under Governor Uba Sani, featuring massive fertilizer distribution, innovative farming programs, and unprecedented support for local farmers.
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