Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
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Farmers Block Brussels in Protest Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
Microsoft Trains 4M+ Nigerians, Targets 350k More in AI
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers
The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.
Senate Moves to Shield Farmers from Price Collapse
The Nigerian Senate has urged the government to subsidise fertilisers and revive commodity boards to stabilise markets and protect farmers' livelihoods. Read the full story.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Kill 2 Youths
Suspected bandits launched a fresh attack on Oreke town in Kwara state, killing two youths and forcing residents to run for their lives. Read the full report on the worsening insecurity.
Benue Farmers Lament Crashing Food Prices, High Costs
Farmers in Benue State face financial ruin as market prices for crops collapse while fertiliser and transport costs remain high. Many threaten to quit farming next season. Read more.
WACOT Pays N158m to Cocoa Farmers for Sustainability
WACOT Limited disburses over N158m to 2,062 Osun cocoa farmers for sustainable practices. The initiative rewards quality and promotes financial inclusion in agriculture. Read more.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
Digital Violence Silences Women with Disabilities
Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs warns digital violence is dangerously excluding women with disabilities. A new network for peace and security was launched in Abuja to address the threat.
Gumi Accuses Foreign Powers of Backing Nigerian Terrorists
Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi alleges foreign support for terrorists in Nigeria, citing a reversal in security gains. He calls for enhanced intelligence and diplomacy.
New Egg and Chicken Prices Released by Farmers
Nigerian poultry farmers announce updated rates for eggs and adult chickens. Despite a drop in inflation, staple foods remain costly, squeezing household budgets ahead of Christmas.
FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security
The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.
Yobe Emir Links Education to Ending Farmer-Herder Clashes
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
Executives: Data Discipline Unlocks Digital Revenue in Nigeria
At the Leadway Digital Growth Summit, industry leaders warned that Nigerian firms must adopt stricter data discipline and deeper collaboration to achieve measurable returns on digital marketing investments. Discover the key strategies.
N4bn Smart Agric Project Benefits 14,000 Bauchi Farmers
Over 14,000 smallholder farmers in Bauchi North are gaining climate resilience and income through a N4 billion regenerative agriculture initiative by Heineken Africa Foundation and Nigerian Breweries. Read more.
Nigerian Christmas Chicken Prices Skyrocket for 2025
Nigerian poultry farmers announce new, higher prices for chickens ahead of Christmas, citing soaring feed costs. See the latest market rates and the reasons behind the festive season squeeze.
Bamidele Urges Graduates to Embrace Digital Skills for Jobs
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele calls for investment in digital tech and entrepreneurial training to combat youth unemployment. He spoke at YABATECH's 37th convocation lecture.
Nigeria ranks 97th in global digital quality of life index
Nigeria's digital quality of life ranks 97th globally, with high internet costs a key barrier. Nigerians work 1 hour 41 mins monthly for mobile data, 14x more than Angola. Explore the full report.
Ireland Probes TikTok, LinkedIn Over EU Content Rules
Irish regulator investigates TikTok and LinkedIn for potential breaches of EU Digital Services Act. Platforms accused of poor illegal content reporting systems. Read the full details.
FG Launches Device Credit for 15,000 Nigerians
The Federal Government, via CREDICORP, launches a national digital device credit programme to make smartphones and laptops affordable for over 15,000 working Nigerians, boosting digital inclusion.
15 Farmers Abducted in Kaduna's Sanga LGA
Gunmen abducted 15 farmers in Ungwan Nungu, Kaduna. Lawmaker Daniel Amos calls for a coordinated security response to ensure their safe return. Read more.
FG, ActionAid Unveil Plan to Transform Nigeria's Food System
Nigeria unveils a National Agroecology Strategy to build climate-resilient agriculture and empower smallholder farmers. Discover how this plan aims to secure sustainable food production.
Pacific Island Office Aids Sanctions-Busting Oil Smuggling
A beachside office in the Cook Islands is being used by dozens of tankers to smuggle Russian and Iranian oil, undermining Western sanctions. New Zealand expresses alarm. Read the full investigation.
Rice Price Drops in Lagos, Farmers Predict More Cuts
Lagos slashes rice price to N57,000 per 50kg bag, triggering market-wide reductions. Farmers forecast further price drops ahead of Christmas but criticize import policies. Read for full market analysis.
Stakeholders Demand Land Use Act Review for Housing
Nigeria's housing stakeholders call for urgent Land Use Act reforms to unlock $300B in dead capital and boost affordable housing. Minister Dangiwa reveals new digital land registry initiative.
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