Springfield Agro has inaugurated a $12 million (N18.7 billion) agrochemical plant in Sagamu, Ogun State, to combat pest infestations and enhance agricultural productivity in Nigeria. The facility aims to reduce dependence on imported agrochemicals while driving economic growth in the sector. Narain Chanrai, chairman of Kewalram Chanrai Group, announced during the plant’s commissioning on Wednesday […]
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) projects that over 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa will require digital skills by 2030, generating nearly 650 million training opportunities. In response, Nigeria is accelerating efforts to close its digital skills gap and expand job opportunities for its youth. To drive this transformation, the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has […]
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s sustainable development, economic growth, and job creation. Speaking at his first press briefing since assuming office, EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Mignot, highlighted the EU’s role as Nigeria’s leading trade and investment partner, with total trade between both regions valued at €35 billion in 2023. […]
Climate change experts and stakeholders have called on African leaders to urgently adopt the Draft Model Climate Change Law to accelerate efforts in combating environmental challenges across the continent. The proposed law aims to promote sustainable development by reinforcing the principles of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It establishes a legal […]
The International Dialogue Forum for Peace (IDFP) has called on traditional and religious leaders to take a proactive role in combating Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) across communities in Nigeria. This appeal was made during a one-day Engagement Forum on the development and validation of an SGBV Accountability Framework for Faith-Based Community Actors. The event, […]
By Ajuzie chizoba An American based and a worthy Son of Amiyi Akah Autonomous community in Njaba Local Government Area of Imo, Hon. Joe- Blaise Nnaemeka Akanazu , a philanthropist, international development expert, writer and Insurance guru , has unveiled his book titled “Soul and Spirit” a motivational and educational poems. While […]
The Enugu State Government has launched ultrasound services at Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in a bid to enhance maternal and child healthcare. The Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency announced the initiative on its official Facebook page, noting that the services will initially be available at PHCs in Abakpa and Asata every Tuesday from […]
The federal government has unveiled plans to adopt Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to modernize the livestock sector, enhancing tracking, transparency, and efficiency across the value chain. This initiative, announced by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, is part of a broader effort to transform agriculture and boost Nigeria’s position in global livestock markets. In […]
The Kogi State Government has expanded its farmland allocation to 30,000 hectares to enhance food production and promote year-round agricultural activities. This initiative was announced by Timothy Ojomah, the Commissioner for Agriculture, during an interview in Lokoja, the state capital, over the weekend. The move aims to strengthen food security in the state while addressing […]
Experts at the 4th Womenovate World Education Day Conference (WEDC25) have called for increased investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tackle educational disparities in underserved regions across Africa. The conference, held on Friday in Abuja, focused on the theme “Learning for Lasting Peace: Educational Equity Through AI—Tools for Advancing Education in Underserved Areas.” Motunrayo Opayinka, […]
