Otti to Unveil Ultimum Manufacturing Plant in Aba
Abia State Governor Alex Otti will commission Ultimum Limited's new beverage production facility in Aba, boosting local manufacturing and creating jobs in the region.
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Mining Reform: Nigeria's Next Peacebuilding Frontier
New research reveals that banning mining in conflict zones may worsen insecurity. Instead, professionalizing artisanal mining and harmonizing governance could turn the sector into a tool for peace and economic stability in Nigeria.
Makinde Flags Off N1.5bn YEAP-SAfER, N10,000 Transport Support
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has initiated the disbursement of N1.5 billion to 1,000 young agripreneurs under the YEAP-SAfER program, while also approving a N10,000 monthly transport allowance for civil servants to alleviate economic pressures.
NIPOST Land Encroachment in Abia, Otti Orders Recovery
NIPOST reports increasing encroachment on its properties in Abia State, leading Governor Alex Otti to order a survey and recovery of assets, with plans for collaboration on postal services.
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Farmers Pass Vote of Confidence on NADF Management
Coalition of Farmers Associations of Nigeria and other groups commend NADF's leadership for enhancing food security, empowering farmers, and modernizing agriculture through various initiatives.
FG Woos UK Investors for Nigeria's Agriculture
The Federal Government calls on UK investors to collaborate in building resilient food systems and climate-smart farming to unlock Nigeria's agricultural potential, as highlighted at the Nigeria-UK Investment Forum in London.
HYPREP Broadens Water Reach in Ogoni Communities
HYPREP announces a major expansion of potable water projects in Ogoni, moving beyond UNEP recommendations to serve all communities, with over 43 already connected and new phases underway.
NCF Calls for Urgent Protection of Nigeria's Diminishing Forests
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation warns of critical forest depletion, with 90% lost in 30 years, urging government action and private sector investment in sustainable practices.
NCAN Resists Cashew Roadmap Manipulation, Expels Member
The National Cashew Association of Nigeria has pledged to oppose any attempts to manipulate the national cashew roadmap, expelling a member for impersonation and unauthorized activities.
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Alake Advocates Regional Hubs for Africa's Mining Industry
Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, urges the U.S. and African nations to establish regional energy hubs to accelerate mining industrialisation and strengthen critical mineral supply chains for global energy transition.
Dangote Cement Graduates 40 in Fish Farming Training
Dangote Cement Plc's Obajana plant has graduated 40 participants from host communities in a comprehensive fish farming and entrepreneurship program, part of ongoing CSR initiatives to boost local economic development.
Ogoni, HOMEF Urge FG to Decommission Oil Wells for Health Safety
Residents of Kpean in Ogoniland and HOMEF call on the Federal Government to decommission oil wells and conduct a comprehensive cleanup to protect public health and the environment, following ongoing pollution from spills.
Sierra Leone Launches Digital Soil Mapping for Farming
Sierra Leone has launched a landmark digital soil mapping and fertiliser recommendation programme, funded by the World Bank, to boost agricultural productivity and food security under its FeedSalone agenda.
Ajogbe, FUNAAB, UWS Achieve Livestock Feed Breakthrough
A tripartite collaboration between Ajogbe Foods, FUNAAB, and the University of the West of Scotland has yielded a game-changing innovation in cost-effective livestock feed using local agricultural by-products, enhancing Nigeria's beef ecosystem.
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Builders Key to Solving Nigeria's Housing, Urbanisation Challenges
The Nigerian Institution of Builders emphasizes that registered builders are essential for addressing housing deficits and preventing building collapses through statutory, technical, and economic expertise.
FG Warns Against Misuse of New Roads, Threat to Infrastructure
The Federal Government has decried the misuse of newly constructed roads, warning that indiscriminate parking of heavy-duty vehicles threatens their durability. Minister of Works David Umahi emphasized this during an inspection in Rivers State.
Yemert's USSD Platform Shields Nigerian Farmers from Loss
Udokanma Georgewill founded Yemert, a USSD-first agritech platform providing crop risk protection, market access, and carbon financing to smallholder farmers across Nigeria, aiming to reach 150,000 farmers.
Umahi: Concrete Roads Replace Asphalt, Citizens Must Protect Them
Minister of Works David Umahi announces Nigeria's shift to concrete road construction for durability, warns against parking heavy trucks on roads, and urges public ownership of infrastructure during Rivers State project inspections.
BPC Alarms Over Forest Threats, Calls for Urgent Action
The Biodiversity Preservation Center warns of severe risks to Nigeria's forests from illegal logging and development, urging immediate conservation efforts to protect food security and climate stability.
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Experts Warn Against Food Colonialism in Nigeria
Leading experts warn that hunger in Nigeria is driven by political failures and power imbalances, not food shortages, calling for urgent systemic changes to address food insecurity and prevent food colonialism.
Middle East Conflict Disrupts Fertilizer Supply, Hits African Food
The ongoing Middle East conflict has severely disrupted trade through the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy and fertilizer markets. This disruption raises costs for African countries like Nigeria, threatening food production and increasing prices
CAADP Kampala Implementation Workshop Held in Yaoundé
Stakeholders and leaders across Africa gathered in Yaoundé, Cameroon, for a three-day workshop on implementing the CAADP Kampala Guidelines to transform the continent's agrifood systems from 2026 to 2035.
Niger Delta Urged to Drive Environmental Restoration, Blue Economy
Stakeholders in the Niger Delta are called to lead environmental restoration, promote the blue economy, and accelerate sustainable industrialization to reposition the region for growth, amid concerns over mismanaged funds and development gaps.
Waste-Is-Naira Initiative Launched by Rite Foods in Lagos
Rite Foods Limited partners with RecyclePoints and LAWMA to launch the Waste-Is-Naira initiative, aiming to recycle over 750 tonnes of plastic waste annually and boost Nigeria's circular economy through community incentives.
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Enugu Govt Lauds Rapid Reactivation of 10,000-Hectare Agro Hub
Enugu State Government expresses satisfaction with the rapid progress at the 10,000-hectare Tribu Songhai Farms, now being transformed into an integrated agro-industrial hub under a public-private partnership model.
Edo Communities Urge FG to Renew Tompolo's Pipeline Contract
Edo State's Host Communities Oil and Gas chapter calls for renewal of Tompolo's pipeline surveillance contract, citing increased oil production and reduced vandalism in the Niger Delta region.
ICEHD Trains Rural Women on Climate-Smart Agro Practices
Over 100 rural women farmers in Lagos participated in a two-day workshop on climate-smart agriculture and agroecology, organized by ICEHD to enhance food production and resilience against climate change impacts.
FUNAAB, Agri-Tech Firm Partner to Drive Agricultural Innovation
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has signed an MoU with agri-tech practitioners to enhance collaboration in agricultural innovation, research, and food security, focusing on modern technologies and community impact.
Smart Water Use May Create 245 Million Jobs in Africa: World Bank
A new World Bank report highlights that rebalancing water use in agriculture could sustainably feed 10 billion people by 2050 and create 245 million long-term jobs, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa, through smarter water management and investment.
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Cocoa Farmers Decry Pricing Models and Dire Impacts
Cocoa farmers across Africa criticize current pricing models for failing to protect them from market volatility, with COFAAA highlighting low incomes and sustainability issues.
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