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 Federal Government Implements Agricultural Reforms to Enhance Food Security in Nigeria

The Federal Government has outlined its agricultural reforms aimed at ensuring food availability, affordability, and accessibility across Nigeria. Speaking in Maiduguri, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, detailed ongoing initiatives to address food insecurity and stimulate economic recovery .The ministry is employing a multi-faceted approach to overcome challenges such as insecurity, flooding, […]

FG partners FAO To Scale Up Fish Production, Close Nigeria’s Supply Gap

The Federal Government says it is crafting innovative financing models and deepening partnerships with development agencies, notably the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and key financial institutions, to bolster domestic fish production and meet Nigeria’s three million metric-tonne annual demand. At the launch of the “Scaling Fish Farming through Finance” initiative under the FISH4ACP project […]

 Solar Power Can Revolutionise Nigerian Farming, Says SMEFUNDS 

Nigeria’s agricultural sector could be on the cusp of a major transformation, thanks to solar energy, according to Dr. Femi Oye, Chief Executive of SMEFUNDS, a social enterprise focused on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises. Speaking on the growing potential of renewable energy in farming, Dr. Oye urged for the widespread adoption of solar-powered technologies […]

 NiMet Issues Weather Alert as Storms Loom Across States

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert forecasting thunderstorms and widespread rainfall across several parts of the country from Sunday through Tuesday. In a statement released on Saturday in Abuja, NiMet predicted early morning thunderstorms for parts of Taraba and Adamawa, with rainfall extending later in the day to areas including Katsina, […]

Imo State University Marks World Environment Day, Highlights Climate Crisis and Plastic Pollution

By Harriet Ijeomah June 6, 2025 Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, joined the global community on Wednesday, June 5, to commemorate the 2025 World Environment Day with a public forum themed “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally.” The university community, led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. U.U. Chukwumaeze (SAN), came together with scholars, students, environmental advocates, and professionals […]

Imo State Moves Towards Climate-Resilient Governance as Space for Change Unveils Policy Brief

By: Harriet Ijeomah Owerri, Imo State – April 29, 2025Months after launching a historic journey toward climate legislation, Imo State witnessed yet another major milestone today as the civil society organization Space for Change officially unveiled a policy brief titled “Advancing Inclusive Climate Governance in Imo State, Nigeria: Transforming Challenges Into Opportunities”.  The presentation event, […]

Jigawa Unveils Livestock Reforms, Secures $2.5 Billion Investment Boost

The Jigawa State government is ramping up efforts to transform its livestock sector, aligning with the federal government to enhance food security, create jobs, and drive economic growth. Speaking at the Jigawa State Stakeholders Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms in Dutse, Governor Umar Namadi emphasized the sector’s critical role in the state’s economy and culture. […]

LAWMA Issues Warning on Illegal Recycling in Unlicensed Facilities

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) issued a stern warning to property owners and residents in the state on Sunday, advising against illegal recycling and scavenging activities in unlicensed facilities. The agency also urged the public to cease indiscriminate sorting, dumping, storing, and trading of recyclable waste both on private properties and in public spaces. […]