DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 12 September 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Lagos) Are you interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join a global organization investing in its people?If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you!!! Join […]
By : Harriet Ijeomah Introduction In Imo State alone, over 2,000 local food processors contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, posing a serious threat to both the environment and public health. Food production and processing—spanning from the initial stages of food handling to packaging and distribution—affect the environment in multiple ways. The diversified nature of […]
The Oyo State Government, in partnership with the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF), and the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission, has emphasized the critical need for enhanced collaboration among agricultural stakeholders to boost productivity in the sector. During a two-day regional agribusiness sensitization […]
By: Harriet Ijeomah Over the years, Nigeria has witnessed the crippling effects of excessive taxation on its economy, particularly in the agricultural and food sectors. The recent decision by President Bola Tinubu to implement zero percent import duty and exempt Value-Added Tax (VAT) on basic food items marks a significant shift in policy—one that could […]
In recent weeks, the soaring cost of tomatoes has become a pressing concern for many households across Edo State. Market prices have shot up dramatically, straining the budgets of everyday consumers and making this essential ingredient increasingly out of reach for many families. With tomatoes being a staple in countless Nigerian dishes, this price hike […]
By: Harriet Ijeomah On Saturday August 17, 2024, InspireIT, in partnership with 3MTT, launched the first orientation program for their highly anticipated Cohort 2. The event, held at the Imo International Exhibition Centre, attracted over 37 enthusiastic participants eager to dive into the world of IT. The orientation was expertly led by Ada Nuela Ononiwu, […]
Today, we pause to recognise the selfless dedication of humanitarian workers who, despite countless challenges, continue to stand at the forefront of crises, offering care, protection, and hope. Our team believes that acts of humanity deserve not only to be performed but also to be celebrated and shared, so that others can be inspired to […]
By Harriet Ijeomah As innovation and the need for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) continues to evolve, the demand for skilled professionals in these fields is soaring. Yet, despite the critical importance of STEM, there remains a significant gender imbalance globally. In many countries, including Nigeria, women are still vastly underrepresented in STEM disciplines, […]
According to the food index report of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation, Global food prices have eased marginally in July as a decrease in cereals outweighed increase in vegetable oil, meat products and sugar, The report, which tracks the most globally traded food commodities, averaged 120.8 points in July, down from 121.0 points […]
By Harriet Ijeomah The Advocacy For Alleged Witches (AfAW), a non-profit organization dedicated to defending the rights of individuals accused of witchcraft, has renewed its calls for the end of witch hunts in Nigeria and across Africa. To commemorate the World Day Against Witch Hunts celebrated every 10th August, AfAW highlighted the ongoing human rights […]
