The Federal Government, in collaboration with 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, is set to approve the first phase of the Strategic Catchment Management Plans (SCMP) under the Agroclimatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) project. The formal endorsement will take place at a stakeholders’ session in Abuja on Wednesday, following months of extensive […]
As Nigeria’s population is projected to soar to 440 million by 2050, stakeholders in the food industry are emphasizing the urgent need for collaborative efforts to ensure food safety and sustainability. The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), during its Annual National Conference in Kano, stressed the importance of prioritizing food safety to […]
The Nigeria-American Institute for Mental Health (NAIMH), based in Abuja, will roll out a World Health Organisation (WHO) Mental Health Gap Action Programme (MH-GAP) training initiative in 2025. The program aims to equip community health workers and other stakeholders in Nigeria with skills to identify, manage, and refer mental health conditions effectively. In a statement, […]
UNICEF Nigeria’s Bauchi Field Office Chief, Nuzhat Rafique, has pledged continued support for improving primary health care in Bauchi State. Speaking at the 2024 Bauchi State Primary Health Care Annual Retreat in Gombe, Rafique commended the state government for its progress while identifying critical challenges requiring immediate attention. She lauded Governor Bala Mohammed for fulfilling […]
Cyberbullying, the harassment or intimidation of individuals through digital platforms, is an escalating issue affecting adolescents worldwide. Often manifesting through hurtful messages, malicious rumors, or embarrassing posts, it can have severe consequences, including anxiety, depression, and academic struggles. Recognizing early signs, such as emotional distress, secrecy about online activity, and social withdrawal, is critical in […]
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) in Delta State has called on the state government to adopt a gender-responsive budgeting framework to address rising cases of violence against women and children. The coalition stated that implementing such a budget would ensure financial, material, and technical resources are strategically allocated to meet the specific needs […]
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched a nationwide Fire Awareness and Sensitization Campaign to curb fire outbreaks during the harmattan season. The initiative, led by NEMA Director-General Zubaida Umar, aims to equip communities with preventive measures and response strategies to reduce fire incidents. The campaign is being executed through NEMA’s Zonal, Territorial, and […]
The GSMA, a global telecom industry body, has released a report offering actionable recommendations to address funding challenges faced by female-led startups in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Titled “Funding Female Inclusive Startups in LMICs: Recommendations for Investors, Donors, and Funders”, the report highlights systemic barriers hindering women entrepreneurs, including limited funding access, wage discrimination, […]
Over 2,000 food vendors from nine states in Nigeria have been equipped with skills to improve their businesses at the ninth edition of the Business of Food Series, an initiative by Nestlé Professional. The program focused on cost-effective and nutritious alternatives to help food vendors sustain their businesses amid rising economic challenges. Participants were introduced […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched the Sub-Saharan Africa Women’s Empowerment and Demographic Dividend Plus (SWEDD+) project, a $365 million initiative aimed at promoting gender equality, healthcare, and economic empowerment in West Africa. The project, unveiled on Monday in Abuja, targets five countries: Burkina Faso, Chad, The Gambia, Senegal, and Togo. […]
