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Tinubu Approves Demolition of 125-Year-Old Carter Bridge
President Bola Tinubu has approved the demolition and reconstruction of the historic Carter Bridge in Lagos, with the project estimated to cost nearly ₦400 billion.
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FG to Demolish and Rebuild Lagos Carter Bridge with N5bn
The Federal Executive Council has approved the demolition and reconstruction of Carter Bridge in Lagos at over N5 billion. Minister David Umahi announced this along with other major road projects nationwide.
UI Graduate Earns First-Class in Agricultural Science
Oyindamola Tinuke, a University of Ibadan graduate, celebrates earning First Class Honours in Agricultural Science with joyful photos and social media praise, highlighting academic excellence.
Electric Vehicles Handed to Kogi Central Beneficiaries by Senator
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has officially presented electric vehicles to trained beneficiaries in Kogi Central, promoting clean energy and economic opportunities through a comprehensive empowerment initiative.
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First European Cargo Plane to Land at Gateway Airport Soon
Governor Dapo Abiodun announces cargo operations will start at Gateway International Airport within 30-45 days, with the first cargo aircraft from Europe landing. The development is part of the Industrial Platform, Remo Free Trade Zone project.
Tinubu Extends Raw Shea Nut Export Ban to 2027
President Bola Tinubu has approved a one-year extension of the ban on raw shea nut exports, aiming to boost domestic processing and value addition under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu Extends Shea Nut Export Ban, Approves New Framework
President Bola Tinubu has approved a one-year extension of the raw shea nut export ban and established a new national framework to boost local processing and value-added exports.
Students Jailed for Explosive Sheep Attack
Two agricultural students from Plumpton College have been sentenced to prison for a brutal attack on a sheep involving explosives. The court described their actions as callous and sadistic.
FarmerMoni Portal Opens: N300,000 Loans for Farmers
The Federal Government has officially opened applications for the FarmerMoni Scheme, providing smallholder farmers with interest-free loans up to N300,000 to boost agricultural productivity nationwide.
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N10 Million Agricultural Performance Grant Opens in Niger Delta
Private agricultural service providers in Niger Delta can now apply for N3-10 million grants under PIND's performance-based funding model focused on climate-smart practices and digital innovation.
UI Student Bags First Class in Agriculture Despite Mockery
Florence Adejole, a University of Ibadan graduate, celebrates earning a first-class honours degree in agriculture after facing criticism for her course choice, inspiring netizens with her resilience.
37 Dead, 25 Hospitalized in Plateau Mining Gas Leak Tragedy
A suspected carbon monoxide gas leak at a mining site in Plateau State's Zurak area has killed 37 miners and hospitalized 25 others, highlighting severe safety lapses in underground operations.
Gas Leak at Illegal Mining Site in Plateau Kills 37
A suspected toxic gas leak at an illegal mining site in Plateau state has resulted in the deaths of 37 miners, with survivors hospitalized. The incident highlights safety concerns in unregulated mining operations.
Agro Real Estate Rivals Commercial Real Estate in Returns
At AAREDS 2026, industry leaders highlighted structured agro real estate investments in crops like oil palm and cocoa as competitive alternatives to commercial real estate, emphasizing governance and institutional backing for long-term yields.
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Only 20% of Nigeria's Waste Managed, Engineers Raise Alarm
Environmental engineers in Nigeria have raised serious concerns that only 20% of the country's waste is properly managed, threatening public health and sustainability. The warning came during the inauguration of new NIEE leadership in Abuja.
AfDB Grants Nigeria $200M Loan for Wheat, Rice Farmers
The African Development Bank has approved a $200 million loan to support Nigeria's agricultural sector, focusing on climate-smart farming and technology-driven initiatives to increase wheat and rice production.
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Ogun Rebrands Agriculture with ₦10M Grants for Youth
Ogun State under Governor Dapo Abiodun has revolutionized agriculture, attracting youth with modern training, infrastructure, and grants up to ₦10 million, shifting farming from a last resort to a profitable career choice.
Nigerian Farmer Escapes Deadly Snake Bite on Farm
A Nigerian farmer, Paul Yaor, expressed profound gratitude to God after narrowly escaping a venomous snake bite while harvesting yams on his farm, attributing his survival to divine intervention.
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Arla Launches Cool Cow Yoghurt Made with Fresh Nigerian Milk
Arla Foods Nigeria introduces Cool Cow Yoghurt, crafted from 100% fresh milk sourced from Kaduna farms. Available in sweetened and unsweetened variants, it supports gut health and local dairy production.
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Three Killed in Ebonyi Mining Pit Collapse
A tragic mining pit collapse in Ebonyi State's Ikwo LGA has claimed three lives and injured four others, with illegal mining activities blamed for the incident.
Mining Pit Collapse in Ebonyi Kills 3, Injures 4
A tragic mining pit collapse in Ebonyi State's Enyim Agalegu community has resulted in three fatalities and four injuries, sparking calls for safer mining practices and highlighting ongoing dangers in Nigeria's mining sector.
FG Launches Digital Climate Tool for Nigerian Farmers
The Nigerian government has launched a new digital climate advisory system in partnership with NiMet and Tomorrow.io to help farmers make weather-driven decisions for planting, fertilizing, and harvesting.
Tinubu Commends BOI's N636bn Loans, Agriculture Leads
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Bank of Industry for disbursing N636 billion in loans in 2025, with agriculture receiving the largest share of N202 billion. The funding aims to boost productive capacity across sectors.
FG Opens FarmerMoni Portal for N300,000 Loans to Farmers
The Nigerian government has launched the GEEP FarmerMoni portal for 2025/2026, offering interest-free loans up to N300,000 to smallholder farmers to boost agriculture and food security nationwide.
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FG Opens FarmerMoni Portal for 22,000 Farmers to Get N300,000 Loans
The Nigerian government has launched the FarmerMoni Dry and Wet Season Programme, offering interest-free loans of up to N300,000 to 22,000 farmers nationwide to boost agricultural productivity and food security.
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OceanHub Africa & Coca-Cola Launch $120K Plastic Waste Challenge
OceanHub Africa and The Coca-Cola Foundation announce a $120,000 pan-African initiative to fund innovative solutions for plastic circularity, targeting recycling 490 tons of waste and creating over 150 livelihoods by 2026.
NiMet Forecasts Early Rainfall, Extreme Weather in Nigeria
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency predicts early rainfall in 15 states including Kano and Rivers, with extreme weather expected from March to May 2026. Minister Keyamo warns farmers against premature planting.
Trump's 250-Foot Arch Plan Faces Safety and Legal Hurdles
President Trump's ambitious plan to build a 250-foot Independence Arch in Washington, DC, faces opposition from preservationists and aviation experts over historic sightline obstruction and flight safety concerns.
Abiodun Makes Agriculture Central to Ogun's Economic Growth Plan
Governor Dapo Abiodun emphasizes agriculture as the foundation for Ogun State's economic transformation, with OGSTEP and OGFIMS driving 28 projects to boost aquaculture, poultry, and food security.
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FG Rejects Northern Governors' Mining Ban Amid Security Fears
The Federal Government has rejected calls from northern governors to suspend mining activities, citing severe economic consequences for the region and Nigeria.
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