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Taraba State Validates Climate Change Policy and Action Plan
Taraba State has taken a significant step towards addressing climate change by validating its Climate Change Policy and Action Plan on January 14, 2025, in Jalingo. The policy, developed in collaboration with the Society for Plant and Prosperity (SPP), received funding from the African Climate Foundation (ACF) and the European Climate Foundation (ECF). The validation…
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NASS Urges Increased Funding for Agriculture to Ensure Food Security
The National Assembly has called for increased funding to Nigeria’s agricultural sector, emphasizing the importance of gradual budgetary allocation hikes to address food security challenges. During a budget defense by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Saliu Mustapha highlighted the need for sustainable investment in agriculture to meet future demands. In 2025, the…
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Enugu Alerts Residents on New Bird Flu Outbreak
The Enugu State Government has issued an alert following an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also known as Bird Flu, reported in Kano State. The disease has affected various bird species, including layers, ducks, guinea fowl, and turkeys, raising concerns about its potential spread. Patrick Ubru, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation, stressed…
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Jane Odonwodo: Leading Global Talent Development
Since 2019, Jane Odonwodo has been at the forefront of global talent development, bridging skill gaps and fostering international collaborations. As the Local HR Partner for the Digital Explorers program, funded by the EU, she addressed ICT talent shortages in the Baltics, providing upskilling opportunities and strengthening cross-cultural integration. Building on the success of phase…
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FG Outlines Strategy to Achieve N36.35 Trillion Revenue in 2025 Budget
Senator Abubakar Bagudu, Nigeria’s Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, assured that the Federal Government would meet its N36.35 trillion revenue target in the 2025 budget. Speaking at the National Assembly Joint Committees on Finance hearing, Bagudu highlighted the positive impact of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, including the removal of fuel and foreign exchange…
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Chevron Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Action at S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture
Chevron Nigeria restated its dedication to achieving a global net-zero future through continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses. The company’s commitment was highlighted at the 23rd S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture in Lagos, honoring the late Chief S.L. Edu, founder of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF). Jim Swartz, Chairman and Managing Director…
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Tinubu Advocates Global Collaboration for Sustainable Development
At the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, President Bola Tinubu highlighted the importance of global collaboration in achieving sustainable development. Speaking on “From Climate Imperatives into Economic Prosperity: Bridging Africa with the Global Energy Future,” he underscored that no nation could achieve sustainability alone. Tinubu emphasized that climate change presents both an environmental and economic…
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NITDA’s Visionary Leadership Propels Nigeria’s ICT Sector to Global Relevance- CWAI
…Applauds Strategic Reforms, Partnerships, and Youth Empowerment The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), an organization tasked with the regulation of the information technology, techpreneur sector of the country and other ICT development initiatives/infrastructure having met best global practices and international standards; has been repositioned and rebranded accordingly. The Agency has done this through upgrading,…
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Govt to Use Drones to Boost Agriculture: Kyari
The Federal Government plans to deploy drone technology to enhance agricultural productivity and enable year-round farming, according to Senator Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security. Speaking to State House correspondents on January 14, Kyari emphasized the efficiency of drones in farming operations. “Drones can handle tasks like land clearing, harvesting, and chemical application…
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Science and Technology: Key to Nigeria’s Food Security
Nigeria faces a pressing food insecurity crisis, with over 100 million citizens food-insecure as of 2024, up from 28 million pre-COVID. Experts are urging the integration of science and technology into agriculture to drive a food revolution and ensure sustainable food systems. Sen. Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, highlighted the critical role…