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Development
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Shettima launches $500m Niger Delta agriculture fund to boost food security, investment
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday launched the $500 million Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund, describing it as a major step towards transforming the oil-producing region into an agricultural hub while strengthening Nigeria’s food security and economic diversification efforts. Speaking at the Niger Delta Agricultural Development and Investment Summit in Abuja, jointly organised by the Office of the Vice President…
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FG rolls out first national soil policy, eyes climate-resilient agriculture
The federal government has commenced the validation of Nigeria’s first National Agricultural Land and Soil Management Policy (NALSMP), with plans to use ward-level soil data to improve crop yields, reduce production costs and strengthen food security. The policy, expected to be finalised within the next six to eight months, will also guide efforts to improve climate resilience and ensure more…
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Oluremi Tinubu seeks stronger World Bank partnership on child welfare
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for increased investment in early childhood development, saying it is essential to improving children’s growth, education and long-term productivity. She made the call on Monday while receiving a delegation from the World Bank led by its Country Director for Nigeria, Matthew Verghis, at the State House in Abuja. The delegation briefed the First Lady…
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Nigeria, Brazil begin implementation of agro-trade pact, says Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday said Nigeria and Brazil have moved from negotiations to the implementation phase of their bilateral agro-trade and agriculture partnership, paving the way for private sector operators in both countries to begin trading under the agreement. Shettima disclosed this during a high-level Nigeria–Brazil Agro-Trade Market Access Milestone meeting with a Brazilian delegation led by the…
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Umahi denies cover-up in nurse’s death, orders autopsy
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has dismissed allegations surrounding the death of Mary Habila, a nurse at the David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH), describing claims of secrecy as false and announcing plans for legal action against those spreading what he called misinformation. Umahi spoke on Sunday while inspecting ongoing work on the Ebonyi section of the Calabar–Ebonyi–Benue–Nasarawa–Abuja Superhighway.…
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FG suspends planned increase in WAEC, NECO registration fees
The federal government has suspended its proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), following public concerns over the planned increase. The decision was announced in a statement on Sunday by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry…
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PHOTO NEWS: Vatican celebrates 50 years of diplomatic ties with Nigeria
The Holy See on Sunday hosted a reception to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Vatican and Nigeria, as well as the first anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV. The event featured the unveiling of a commemorative plaque marking the golden jubilee of the relationship. The Holy See’s Secretary for Relations with States and International…
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Aiyedatiwa, Dangote advance Olokola Free Trade Zone talks
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Saturday met with President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, in Lagos to advance discussions on the proposed industrial development of the Olokola Free Trade Zone. According to a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, the meeting was part of ongoing engagements between the Ondo State Government…
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Tinubu converts Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa into specialised mining university
President Bola Tinubu has approved the upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, to the Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology, as part of efforts to strengthen technical education and develop Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed the development in a statement on Friday, saying the approval reflects the administration’s commitment…
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Lagos seeks student-driven clean energy solutions through innovation challenge
The Lagos State Government has called on secondary school students to develop innovative solutions to clean energy challenges through the maiden edition of the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge (LCESIC) 2026. The initiative, unveiled by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, aims to equip students with the skills to develop practical energy solutions while promoting innovation, creativity and…
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