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In response to soaring food prices, Nigerian tech startup Egoras has unveiled a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative designed to provide low-cost rice to communities in need. The initiative, launched over the weekend, aims to ease financial pressures on households hit hardest by the rising cost of living and food inflation, especially with food inflation […]
By: Harriet Ijeomah As we mark World Food Day 2024, the global community is called to action under the theme “Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future.” This theme underscores the essential human right to access affordable, sustainable, and nutritious food, which remains out of reach for millions worldwide. For Nigeria, […]
By Harriet Ijeomah The rising wave of drug and substance abuse has become a deep-rooted issue in Nigerian society, particularly among young people. For years, the Nigerian government and development agencies have implemented various programs to combat the growing menace. In the Niger Delta, the negative impact of drug addiction and substance abuse has been […]
At a recent press briefing on October 11, 2024, Whisper to Humanity, a feminist organization focused on reclaiming safe spaces for girls, announced its new project aimed at reviewing school curricula in four Nigerian states: Imo, Cross River, Ebonyi, and Delta. The organization is advocating for an overhaul of outdated educational content in primary and […]
Harriet Ijeomah Abuse in its various forms has become an alarming reality for children in Imo State, Nigeria, where reports indicate a staggering rate of violence against minors. Research shows that approximately six out of ten children in Nigeria experience some form of violence, with physical abuse being one of the most prevalent. This issue […]
Saro Agrosciences Limited has introduced FarmPropa, a mobile application designed to equip Nigerian farmers with the tools and information they need to improve farming practices and productivity. This new app is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to support the agricultural sector by providing easy access to vital resources, such as product details on Saro’s […]
By Harriet Ijeomah The National Orientation Agency (NOA), Imo State, has called on media organizations to strengthen their partnership with the Agency in promoting its activities and ensuring the public is well-informed about government policies. This appeal was made during a media parley held with journalists in Owerri, Imo State, on Tuesday, 8 October 2024. […]
More than 223,097 livestock farmers and producers across 17 states have already benefited from the $546 million Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. Launched in 2022, L-PRES aims to enhance livestock productivity, commercial viability, and resilience through targeted interventions in Nigeria’s livestock sector. […]
By: Harriet Ijeomah Despite the world’s rapid digital transformation, Nigeria’s education system still lags in integrating technology into primary and secondary school curriculums. According to a January 2024 survey by DATAREPORTAL, over 103 million Nigerians, representing 45.5% of the population, use the internet. However, many Nigerians involved in tech today have no formal education in […]
