African Youth Urged to Lead Innovation-Driven Agriculture
Fludor Ghana director calls on young Africans to drive agriculture innovation at Yale Model African Union Conference in Accra.
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Bauchi, UNICEF Launch $3.5M Plan for Child Malnutrition
Bauchi state and UNICEF, with $3.5M US support, launch a plan to end malnutrition in the first 1,000 days of life, targeting high stunting and anaemia rates.
Alake Urges Stronger African Alliance in Mineral Sector
Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals, Dr. Dele Alake, calls for enhanced regional cooperation among African nations to strengthen the continent's position in global mineral supply chains.
Nigeria Loses 24m Tonnes of Topsoil Yearly, FG Warns
Nigeria loses 24 million tonnes of topsoil yearly due to erosion, threatening food security. Germany commits $2.2 million to improve soil health.
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Turning NiMet's Rainy Seasons Warning Into Action
NiMet's 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction warns of longer rainy seasons in Lagos and 12 other states, demanding urgent action from governments, farmers, and communities to mitigate risks.
Campaigners Urge Restoration of Environmental Health Units
Campaigners call for urgent restoration of local government environmental health departments to combat malaria, emphasizing sanitation and vector control over revenue generation.
Stakeholders Urge Innovation and Private Investment for Africa Livestock
At an Abuja forum, stakeholders called for innovation, private capital, and stronger partnerships to revive Africa's livestock sector amid rising food demand and climate pressures.
ActionAid Warns Against Farmland Conversion to Residential Areas
ActionAid Nigeria warns that converting farmlands to residential use worsens food insecurity, highlighting barriers for smallholder women farmers and youth.
Alake Seeks Stronger Africa Alliance in Mineral Economy
Dr Oladele Alake urges African nations to unite for greater control of mineral value chains, stressing that cooperation under AMSG is key to economic transformation.
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Bayelsa Bridge Completion Brings Joy to Communities
Residents of Sabagriea and Polaku in Bayelsa celebrate the completion of a long-neglected bridge, reducing travel time to Yenagoa from two hours to 15 minutes.
Senate Targets $2bn Rice Import Bill with Agro Reforms
The Nigerian Senate advances three bills to reduce $2bn annual rice imports, boost local food production, and enhance agricultural self-sufficiency.
Nigeria Non-Oil Exports $6.1bn, 210 Markets in 2025
Nigeria's non-oil exports reached a historic $6.1 billion in 2025, expanding to 210 markets, driven by SMEs and women-led businesses.
UAE Exit Rattles OPEC as UN Warns of Economic Fallout
UAE's OPEC withdrawal amid Middle East conflict drives oil above $110, UN warns of trade and food crises. Nigeria's output hits 1.71mbpd.
Skills Gap Threatens Nigeria's $1 Trillion Economy Target
NACCIMA warns that Nigeria's skills gap threatens its $1 trillion economy target, urging urgent reforms in technical and vocational education to align training with industry needs.
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Nigeria Seeks Larger Stake in Global Shea Industry
Nigeria is pushing for a larger share of the global shea value chain at Shea 2026 in Accra, emphasizing local processing and industrialisation under President Tinubu's agenda.
Manufacturers Lament Weak FDI Inflows, Structural Limits
MAN DG Segun Ajayi-Kadir decries weak FDI inflows and structural limitations in Africa's manufacturing sector, citing UNCTAD data on low-value investments.
Nigeria Launches Multi-Lingual AfCFTA Toolkits for Trade
Nigeria unveils simplified AfCFTA toolkits in English, Arabic, and Hausa to ease trade procedures and boost non-oil exports for SMEs and informal traders.
Nigeria Seeks Bigger Shea Value Share at Accra Summit
Nigeria aims to increase its share of the global shea value chain at the Shea 2026 summit in Accra, promoting domestic processing and regional cooperation.
GIZ Invests N9 Billion in Northwest Agric-Business
GIZ has invested N9 billion to support agricultural transformation in Nigeria's Northwest region, benefiting over 30,000 farmers in Kano, Kaduna, and Kebbi states.
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Empowering Rural Women Boosts Food Security, Self-Reliance
NEWOMCII urges Nigerian government to support grassroots agriculture and women empowerment in arts and crafts to enhance food security and self-reliance.
Ndume Hails Tinubu's N68bn Maiduguri Power Plant Aid
Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume praises President Tinubu for approving N68bn operational support for Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant, citing economic and security benefits.
Yaba Residents Protest Poor Power Supply in Lagos
Residents of Yaba, Lagos, protest at Ikeja Electric over six-month blackout, accusing the company of discrimination and corruption amid Nigeria's ongoing electricity crisis.
5 Rainy-Season Diseases and Prevention Tips
Learn about common rainy-season diseases in Nigeria like malaria, cholera, and typhoid, and discover effective prevention tips to keep you and your family safe.
Jigawa, UNICEF Vaccinate 2.6M Children Against Polio
Jigawa State and UNICEF vaccinated over 2.6 million children against polio, exceeding the target with 116% coverage. Non-compliance cases were addressed through community engagement.
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Experts Call for Enforcement of Anti-Tree Felling Laws
Experts urge Nigerian governments to enforce anti-tree felling laws and support regenerative agriculture to combat climate change, deforestation, and land degradation.
Waltersmith Starts Petrol Production, Competes with Dangote
Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited expands refinery to 10,000 bpd, adding petrol and aviation fuel, boosting local production and competition in Nigeria's downstream sector.
FG Reaffirms Safety and Economic Benefits of Biotech Crops
NBRDA advocates biotechnology crops for food security, assuring safety of GM crops in Nigeria after rigorous evaluation by biosafety agency.
Stakeholders Back Gas, Balanced Energy Mix for Growth
Prof. Barth Nnaji and other stakeholders advocate for natural gas and a balanced energy mix to drive Nigeria's economic growth, citing infrastructure and policy gaps.
Nigeria to Boost China Partnership for Affordable Housing
Nigeria strengthens ties with China to tackle housing deficit through modular tech. Minister Darma unveils reforms with KPIs, targeting urban renewal and slum upgrades.
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Rural Women Empowerment Key to Food Security – NGO
NEWOMCII urges Nigerian government to support grassroots agriculture, empowering women in farming, arts, and crafts to enhance food security and self-reliance.
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