1 hour ago DICON signs a $2 billion partnership with Nigerian company to boost local production

…And reduce importation by 2027 From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Director General (DG) of Defences Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON),Major General Babatunde Ibrahim Alaya, has signed a Partnership Agreement and unveiled a $2 billion investment plan to boost local sufficiency in manufacturing of the defence needs of the Armed Forces and other security agencies with […] The post DICON signs a $2 billion partnership with Nigerian company to boost local production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago AfDB, FG, Partners Unveil $263.8m Infrastructure Project To Develop Abia

The African Development Bank, (AfDB) in partnership with the Islamic Development Bank, (IDF) Federal Government of Nigeria and the Abia State, has launched the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project. The project is a transformative $263.8 million initiative to modernise urban infrastructure, enhance mobility, and promote inclusive, climate-resilient development, according to a statement that was […]

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3 h. ago US: Walmart, two others recall more than 67,000 cases of deodorant

Tribune Online US: Walmart, two others recall more than 67,000 cases of deodorant The agency also listed multiple lot numbers for each product variant that are affected by the recall. US: Walmart, two others recall more than 67,000 cases of deodorant Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Oyetola Unveils Local Production Plan To End Fish Importation

The minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has vowed to end Nigeria’s dependence on fish importation by aggressively boosting local fish production. At a high-level consultative meeting with fisheries cooperative groups in Abuja, the minister outlined a bold vision aimed at transforming the nation’s aquaculture sector into a powerhouse of food security, employment, […]

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6 h. ago Fuelling growth: How Dangote refinery is rewriting Nigeria’s economic story

The Nigerian economy stands at a pivotal moment. After decades of fuel importation, adulterated products, and perennial scarcity, the Dangote read more Fuelling growth: How Dangote refinery is rewriting Nigeria’s economic story

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6 h. ago One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner

Tribune Online One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, stated that to achieve universal health coverage in Oyo State, a comprehensive sector-wide strategy that includes a unified plan, budget, and method for reporting findings is essential. Speaking at the opening of a four-day capacity development training for health leaders and managers, organized by the Oyo State […] One plan, one budget, vital to universal health coverage — Oyo Health Commissioner Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Shettima, Atiku, Obi, others attend prayer session for Buhari in Daura

Vice President Kashim Shettima yesterday led other dignitaries at a prayer session for the repose of the soul of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday at the age of 82. The prayer session, conducted at Buhari’s residence was attended by many important personalities from within and outside the country. Among the […] The post Shettima, Atiku, Obi, others attend prayer session for Buhari in Daura appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG vows to stop fish importation, unveils plan to boost production

The Federal Government has pledged to end Nigeria’s long-standing dependence on fish importation by significantly scaling up domestic fish production, read more FG vows to stop fish importation, unveils plan to boost production

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15 h. ago FG rallies Israel, World Bank’s collaboration on pasture production in Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Government of Israel and the World Bank, has launched a workshop read more FG rallies Israel, World Bank’s collaboration on pasture production in Nigeria

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16 h. ago Food security: CapitalSage Holdings appoints Tarum Chawla new Executive Director

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure A multinational conglomerate, CapitalSage Holdings, has appointed Tarum Chawla as its Executive Director. The appointment, according to the Group Managing Director of CapitalSage, John Alamu, is to boost food production in Africa and the world at large. Alamu said the appointment of Chawla is expected to enhance the performance of the […] The post Food security: CapitalSage Holdings appoints Tarum Chawla new Executive Director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Group hosts Brazilian delegation in Kebbi to boost agric production

In a move to boost agricultural activities in Nigeria, TGI Group, a leading agribusiness and industrial conglomerate under the Nigeria-Brazil read more Group hosts Brazilian delegation in Kebbi to boost agric production

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17 h. ago Nigeria partners Brazil, Israel, Netherlands on tech to curtail cattle grazing

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced partnerships with Brazil, Israel, the Netherlands, and other countries on technology for sustainable pasture production and management to curtail cattle grazing. This initiative is a result of the perennial clashes between farmers and herders, leading to the loss of lives and livelihoods. National Coordinator […] The post Nigeria partners Brazil, Israel, Netherlands on tech to curtail cattle grazing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago PIA: NMDPRA Seeks Enhanced Compliance In Midstream, Downstream Sector

Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has emphasized the importance of compliance with regulations in the oil and gas sector, particularly in the midstream and downstream operations. The Authority made the emphasis at the General Counsel and Legal Advisers Forum for the Oil and Gas Midstream and Downstream operators in Nigeria held in […]

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19 h. ago FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production

Tribune Online FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has vowed to end Nigeria’s dependence on fish importation by aggressively boosting local fish production. FG to end fish importation, targets aggressive local production Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Nigeria’s women entrepreneurs set for boost as ministry partners with Cherie Blair Foundation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move set to empower women entrepreneurs across Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has joined forces with the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women in a strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to training, finance, and markets for women-led businesses nationwide. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony […] The post Nigeria’s women entrepreneurs set for boost as ministry partners with Cherie Blair Foundation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Operators, Not Constitution Are Nigeria’s Problem — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday said whatever the strength or weakness of a constitution, the most important issue is the operators of the law. Obasanjo said no matter what is done to the Nigerian constitution, if the operators for the past one decade and a half remain unchanged, the welfare of Nigerians will continue […]

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21 h. ago Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura

Tribune Online Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura “Campaigning to be President was important enough for him to visit Ilorin, but Buhari, the modern-day Ahmadu Bello of the North, was not important enough for him to visit Daura. And he wants to North to vote for him in 2027? The same man who promised to unleash “religious war” on the Muslim Ummah?" Buhari: ‘Medicine after death’, Omokri calls out Peter Obi over visit to Daura Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Nigeria can generate $1bn from leather sector, says NESG’s report

Nigeria, one of the highest producers of leather and finished leather products in Africa, is said to have the potential read more Nigeria can generate $1bn from leather sector, says NESG’s report

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22 h. ago Inside Imo’s plan to equip 100,000 youths for global tech market

If you had to guess where Africa’s next big wave of software talent would come from, chances are you wouldn’t read more Inside Imo’s plan to equip 100,000 youths for global tech market

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23 h. ago BREAKING: BBNaija Season 10 Kicks Off July 27, Winner To Get N150m Prize

The most watched reality TV show in Africa, Big Brother Naija Season 10, will commence on Sunday, July 27. The organisers of the show, Multichoice Nigeria Ltd, made this known on Wednesday. According to the regular show anchor, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the Big Brother Naija show has come of age and the all-round entertainment show unveils […]

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