63 m. ago Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Wife of the Ebonyi State Governor, Mrs Uzomaka Nwifuru, has distributed farm inputs, equipment and other items to 100 women and young farmers in the state in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda on agricultural projects and food security of the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu. Mrs Nwifuru, who distributed […] The post Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Gombe emir urges peaceful coexistence between farmers, herders

The Emir of Gombe, Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, has made a heartfelt appeal for peace and harmony among farmers and herders in Gombe State. Arewa PUNCH reports that Abubakar made this call during a mini Sallah durbar, also known as Jafi. He urged the two groups to co-exist peacefully, emphasising the importance of preventing conflicts Read More

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5 h. ago Lawal hails military for restoring peace, pledges Zamfara development

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed that his administration remains fully committed to restoring security and ensuring that every citizen lives without fear. In his broadcast message to the people of the state, Governor Lawal acknowledged that the challenges of insecurity over the years, particularly the menace of banditry, have continued to threaten Read More

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11 h. ago Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community

From Isaac Job, Uyo   Akwa Ibom state governor has lauded Amitec company for providing water project and donation of 50,000 exercise books to assist students in Ikot Ekaide ,Ikot Okoro and adjoining communities where 23km road project was constructed and commissioned in Akwa Ibom state last weekend.   Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Eno […] The post Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago PINL seeks stakeholders’ support against oil pipeline attacks

…Says host communities’ cooperation restored operations after explosion        From Tony John, Port Harcourt   The firm revealed that the cooperation of host communities of the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) helped in bringing the major pipeline to full functions hours after supplies to Bonny oil terminal was interrupted by an explosion.     […] The post PINL seeks stakeholders’ support against oil pipeline attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Eno lauds Tinubu over prompt release of funds as road project inaugurated

Umo Eno, governor of Akwa Ibom State has expressed appreciation to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his read more Eno lauds Tinubu over prompt release of funds as road project inaugurated

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21 h. ago Federal Gov’t Prioritises Irrigation To Boost Food Security – Minister

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, has inspected the Makurdi Irrigation Project under the Lower Benue River Basin Authority, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to enhancing food production through irrigation and dry-season farming. The minister said that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader goal of achieving national food security. Speaking […]

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27 h. ago SERAP To NASS: Reject Bill Seeking To Jail Citizens Who Fail To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the National Assembly to reject a proposed bill that aims to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of N100,000 on any Nigerian of voting age who fails to participate in national and state elections. SERAP, which made the demand in an open letter addressed […]

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33 h. ago Money For Hospital Project Paid In Full Multiple Times With Nothing In Place — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, said the agency uncovered massive corruption where some (unnamed) government officials paid 100 per cent fees for a hospital project that was never built. The ICPC chairman said the most troubling part of the corruption was that the officials ensured […]

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39 h. ago Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels

Tribune Online Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Experts in project management have criticised claims of alleged inflated contracts for Kwara Hotels, Ilorin, made by a civil society group in Kwara State, ENetSuD. Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Tribune Online

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39 h. ago SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has demanded the immediate withdrawal of a proposed bill that seeks to punish Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. The bill, currently before the National Assembly, proposes a six-month jail term, a fine of ₦100,000, or both for eligible voters who abstain from elections. […] The post SERAP Threatens To Sue National Assembly Over Bill To Jail Nigerians Six Months For Failing To Vote appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project

From Lukman Olabiyi The landowners in Nsulu, Isialangwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, host to the proposed Abia Airport, have accused the state government of violating a court order which restrained it from taking further action on the project pending the hearing and determination of the suit filed by Nsulu landowners. The landowners […] The post Nsulu landowners accuse Abia govt of defying court over airport project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago SERAP demands withdrawal of bill proposing jail for Nigerians who don’t vote

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and House of Representatives Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, to immediately withdraw a bill seeking to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of ₦100,000—or both—on eligible Nigerians who fail to vote in national and state elections. In a letter dated March 29, Read More

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62 h. ago How TracTrac drives mechanisation use for smallholder farmers

Low-scale mechanisation use in Nigeria’s agricultural sector has continued to hamper farmers’ productivity and the country’s quest to fast-track economic read more How TracTrac drives mechanisation use for smallholder farmers

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62 h. ago Plant more trees to curb persistent heat waves, environmentalists say

Experts in the environmental sector have emphasized the need for widespread tree planting and the restoration of forest habitats across read more Plant more trees to curb persistent heat waves, environmentalists say

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64 h. ago Zamfara Community Applauds Matawalle As Troops Eliminate Bandit Leader Dan Isuhu

Residents of Tsafe in Zamfara State have expressed gratitude to the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, following the successful elimination of the notorious bandit leader, Dan Isuhu. The community hailed the development as a significant step towards restoring security in the State and North-West region. In a statement signed by its chairman, […]

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2 d. ago OYSAA embarks on sweeping reforms to sanitise, restructure Oyo OOH sector

Tribune Online OYSAA embarks on sweeping reforms to sanitise, restructure Oyo OOH sector In a decisive move to restore order, transparency, and regulatory compliance within the Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising sector, the Oyo State Signage and Advertisement Agency (OYSAA) has embarked on sweeping reforms to sanitise and restructure the Oyo Out-of-Home sector. OYSAA embarks on sweeping reforms to sanitise, restructure Oyo OOH sector Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Oshinibosi commended for move to donate proceeds seminal work to combating Polio

A gathering of industry titans, academics, and changemakers and critical stakeholders in the project management and experiential marketing. The industry read more Oshinibosi commended for move to donate proceeds seminal work to combating Polio

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3 d. ago Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds

Tribune Online Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds Agricultural experts have sensitised farmers and consumers on the dangers that sub-standard micronutrient seed varieties pose to the well-being of consumers as well as the level of productivity in the country. Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds Tribune Online

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3 d. ago VIDEO: Obasanjo visits soilless farm lab, uproots vegetables 

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo recently visited the Soilless Farm Lab, an innovative agricultural hub renowned for pioneering cutting-edge, soil-free farming techniques. In a video shared on Friday by a farmer, Samson Ogbole, via Facebook, Obasanjo who was accompanied by traditional royalties, including the Olota of Ota and other dignitaries, was seen uprooting vegetables, a testament Read More

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