Author: sharma
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Lasisi’s Poetry Video Marks 11 Years Since Chibok Abduction
– Chibok Girls 11-Year Remembrance – Akeem Lasisi’s “Bring Back Our Daughters” – Poetry as Advocacy in Nigeria Eleven years after the abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls, Nigerian poet Akeem Lasisi has released a poignant poetry video titled “Bring Back Our Daughters.” The video, available on the YouTube channel Akeem Lasisi & the Songbirds, features…
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Nigerian Army Uncovers 11 Illegal Bunkering Sites Across Four States
– Nigerian Army’s Anti-Bunkering Operations – Crackdown on Oil Theft in Niger Delta – Illegal Refining Sites Dismantled in Nigeria In a concerted effort to combat oil theft, the Nigerian Army has identified and dismantled 11 illegal bunkering facilities across Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers States. These operations, conducted between April 7 and 13,…
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FG Commissions 400kW Solar Plant at Yobe Teaching Hospital
– Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Initiatives – Solar Power in Healthcare Facilities – Yobe State Infrastructure Development The Federal Government of Nigeria has inaugurated the first phase of a 400kW solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant at Yobe State University Teaching Hospital in Damaturu. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare delivery and promote renewable energy adoption in…
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CcHUB Launches $5M AI Initiative for Nigerian Media
– CcHUB’s $5M AI Program for Nigerian Media – Advancing Journalism with Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria – Empowering Nigerian Media through Tech Innovation Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), Nigeria’s leading innovation center, has unveiled a $5 million artificial intelligence (AI) initiative aimed at bolstering the country’s media sector. This program seeks to enhance journalistic practices through AI…
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Nigeria Reinstates Naira-for-Crude Policy to Strengthen Local Refining
– Nigeria’s Naira-for-Crude Policy Implementation – Local Refining and Energy Security in Nigeria – Federal Executive Council’s Economic Strategies The Nigerian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the Naira-for-Crude policy, directing the full implementation of the initiative to bolster local refining and reduce dependence on foreign exchange. This decision was made during a recent Federal…
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Nigeria and Angola Forge Energy Partnership to Boost Bilateral Trade
– Nigeria-Angola Energy Collaboration – Walcot Group’s Expansion in Angola – Lower Congo Basin Oil Exploration Walcot Group, a Nigerian energy firm, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Angola’s National Agency for Petroleum, Gas, and Biofuels (ANPG) to enhance collaboration in the oil and gas sector. The agreement grants Walcot Group full operatorship…
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Energy Times Awards Honor Nigeria’s Top Energy Leaders
– 2025 Energy Times Awards Nigeria – Mele Kyari GCEO of the Year – Elohor Aiboni SNEPCo Recognition The 2025 Energy Times Awards celebrated Nigeria’s energy sector leaders for their exceptional contributions to the industry. Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji was recognized for his efforts in advancing energy initiatives within the state. Minister of Power…
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Government Commits to Reducing Post-Harvest Losses in Nigeria
– Nigeria’s Post-Harvest Loss Reduction Strategies – Government Initiatives to Boost Agricultural Productivity – Enhancing Food Security Through Improved Storage Solutions The Nigerian government has pledged to tackle the nation’s significant post-harvest losses, which are estimated to cost the economy billions annually. This commitment was announced during a recent stakeholders’ meeting focused on enhancing food…
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Dredgers Refute Blame for Eko, Carter Bridges’ Condition
– DAN addresses bridge deterioration allegations – Industrial vs. reclamation dredging in Lagos – Environmental impact of dredging near Lagos bridges The Dredgers Association of Nigeria (DAN) has refuted claims that its members are responsible for the poor state of Lagos’ Eko and Carter bridges. In a statement dated April 10, 2025, DAN’s General Secretary,…
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Biodiversity Vital for Global Health – Schomaker
– Biodiversity’s Impact on Global Health – One Health Approach in Biodiversity Conservation – Kunming-Montreal Framework for Sustainable Development On World Health Day, Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, emphasized biodiversity’s essential role in human well-being, planetary health, and economic prosperity. She highlighted that biodiversity provides critical resources such as food,…