Development

PACJA hosts conference to seek climate solutions, sustainable farming

A conference on how to boost agricultural adaptation in Africa amid climate change has kicked off in Abuja, Nigeria. The event, organised by the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) and the federal government, aims to empower smallholder farmers to participate in global climate action and adopt sustainable farming practices. The director-general of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC),…

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Women affairs slams World Bank project over $100m fund misuse

Uju Kennedy- Ohanenye, the Minister of Women Affairs, has expressed her dissatisfaction with the alleged mismanagement of the Nigeria for Women Project, a World Bank sponsored initiative. The project was designed to support women entrepreneurs, especially those in the agricultural sector, by providing them with capital and financial literacy skills. However, the Minister said that she was appalled to discover…

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NDDC eyes investment in solar power, carbon credits to combat climate change

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has announced significant strides in the realm of solar power, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to address climate change issues in Nigeria. Ogbuku spoke when a delegation from the Asteven International Company made a presentation on Renewable Energy and Carbon Credit at the NDDC headquarters…

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China has capacity to grow world economy- Yan Yuqing

The Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, Ms.Yan Yuqing, on Saturday said China has the capacity to grow world economy. Yuqing made this known at the 1Oth Anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) held in Lagos. Speaking on the theme ‘ Renew the hope with the belt and road initiative ‘, Yuqing explained that…

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First lady urges religious leaders to instill discipline, love in children

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, CON, on Thursday charged religious leaders, especially women, to instill discipline, love and the fear of God in their children and other followers. She made the remarks during a courtesy visit to her office at the State House, Abuja, by the Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN), who came to express their…

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Empowering girl child with knowledge is investing in Nigeria’s future – First lady

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, CON has said that investing in the girl child is in the best interest of the nation. She was speaking at the National Girls Interactive Session with Policy and Decision Makers to commemorate the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child. Senator Oluremi Tinubu noted that the girl child must be protected from all forms of…

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NDDC, NLNG sign pact to maximise impact of development in Niger Delta

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to leverage shared aspirations and collaborate on diverse fronts in the delivery of sustainable development projects in the region. At a brief signing ceremony at NLNG’s Corporate Head Office, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, Dr Philip Mshelbila,…

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First Lady urges Nigerians to prioritise mental health on World Mental Health Day

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to pay more attention to their mental wellbeing and support those who are affected by mental health issues. In a press statement released on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, to mark the World Mental Health Day with the theme ‘Mental health is a universal human right’, Tinubu said that “the challenges…

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Sanwo-Olu orders demolition of Jankara, Bombata markets over environmental infraction

…..plans to demolish Pelewura market By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state, on Sunday ordered the demolition of Jankara and Bombata Markets in Lagos Island, noting that the regeneration of the entire local government had begun. Sanwo-Olu hinted that Pelewura Market in Lagos Island would soon be brought down after due consultation with stakeholders. Addressing newsmen, the governor…

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SUNU Health partners Mobihealth to deliver telehealth services to insurance beneficiaries

The Health Insurance provider, SUNU Health has partnered Mobihealth, a multi-award winning telemedicine company to deliver virtual care to its health insurance beneficiaries. The Managing Director, SUNU Health, Dr Patrick Korie disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Lagos. Korie said that SUNU Health had been providing health insurance products for over two decades in Nigeria and other…

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