4 h. ago Ogun cashew merchants urge Tinubu, Abiodun to end checkpoints extortion

Cashew merchants and exporters in Ogun State have called on President Bola Tinubu, the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, and security agencies to intervene in the alleged daily extortion they suffer from security operatives while transporting cashews from farms to warehouses. The merchants, under the aegis of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria, Ogun State chapter, Read More

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9 h. ago How I earn N2.5m annually from tomato farming – Gombe farmer

An entrepreneur, Salisu Danjuma, from the Difa community in Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State, says he earns over N2.5 million annually from tomato cultivation during the season. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Difa, Danjuma described tomato farming as one of the most profitable agricultural Read More

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10 h. ago Kano Gov’t Flags Off Ramadan Feeding For 91,000 Needy Persons

Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam on Monday, flagged off the 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme to support 91,000 less privileged persons in the state. The Governor Abba Yusuf-led government introduced the feeding programme to support vulnerable residents by providing them with daily iftar meals during the holy month of Ramadan. “This annual programme is […]

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11 h. ago Kogi trains 1,000 youths annually for human capital development – Ododo

Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to training 1,000 youths annually in various skills acquisition read more Kogi trains 1,000 youths annually for human capital development – Ododo

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11 h. ago Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

The Smallholder farmers in Nasarawa State have called on Government at all levels to formulate and implement policies that will read more Provide access to agricultural grants to boost production, farmers tells govt

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29 h. ago My administration is not into land grabbing – Bauchi Governor

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has denied that his administration was into land grabbing enrich to individuals, companies and investors at the detriment of poor farmers. Mohammed made the remark at the weekend, while seaking as a Special Guest of Honour at the launching of the Irrigate Nigeria Project  by the […] The post My administration is not into land grabbing – Bauchi Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Oyo trains 22,370 on soil, climate change as farmers hail Makinde

The Oyo State government has trained 22,370 farmers on weather predictions, soil management and other factors that affect agricultural practice. read more Oyo trains 22,370 on soil, climate change as farmers hail Makinde

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37 h. ago The Sun awardees beacon of hope, great inspiration, say Neya Kalu, The Sun Publisher/Chairman, Ukeh, MD/EiC

By Chinelo Obogo and Seye Ojo Lagos was the epicenter of celebration on yesterday evening as The Sun Publishing Limited hosted its prestigious annual event, ‘The Sun Awards 2024.’ The ceremony honoured distinguished Nigerians who have made remarkable contributions to national development, showcasing resilience, excellence, and the indomitable spirit of the nation.  The Chairman/Publisher of […] The post The Sun awardees beacon of hope, great inspiration, say Neya Kalu, The Sun Publisher/Chairman, Ukeh, MD/EiC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Ramadan: Four northern states vote N16bn for palliatives during holy month

As the annual Ramadan fast commenced on Saturday, state governments across the country have rolled out relief packages to Islamic clerics, organisations, and Muslims during the holy month. Sunday PUNCH gathered that governors of Sokoto, Jigawa, Katsina and Kano approved over N16bn for Ramadan feeding and palliatives. The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III, officially Read More

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48 h. ago NASENI unveils 3.14 million hectares irrigation project in Bauchi

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure  has inaugurated the Irrigate Nigeria Project in Bauchi State, targeting 3.14 million hectares of farmland to boost food production through modern irrigation technology. Speaking at the inauguration in Udubo, the Gamawa Local Government Area on Saturday, the Chairman of the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer, Dahiru Read More

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51 h. ago Gombe govt distributes Ramadan palliatives to less privileged

Tribune Online Gombe govt distributes Ramadan palliatives to less privileged In a concerted effort to support the less privileged and vulnerable during the holy month of Ramadan, the Gombe State Government has launched a statewide distribution of essential food items to provide much-needed relief, ease economic hardship, and enable greater spiritual devotion during this sacred period. The essential food items for distribution include 30,355 bags […] Gombe govt distributes Ramadan palliatives to less privileged Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Gbolemotin community tasks Edo govt, security agencies on probe into killing of farmers

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The inhabitants of Gbolemotin, an autonomous Ijaw Community in Gbaran Clan, Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, have tasked the state government and the various security agencies in the state to investigate the immediate and remote causes of the incident that left several persons dead in their community. […] The post Gbolemotin community tasks Edo govt, security agencies on probe into killing of farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Five ways Nigeria’s GDP can grow beyond 3% threshold in 2025

Nigeria’s GDP – gross domestic product output – grew again in the face of macroeconomic shocks with an overall annual read more Five ways Nigeria’s GDP can grow beyond 3% threshold in 2025

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67 h. ago Kano Govt Receives Ramadan Relief Items From Saudi Authorities

The Consulate-General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Kano has held an official ceremony to distribute 1,250 cartons of dates to the state government and other northern Nigerian states as part of its annual humanitarian relief efforts. The event took place in Kano yesterday as religious groups, the underprivileged and orphanages benefitted from the […]

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3 d. ago Police arrest five suspects over killing of four Edo farmers

The Edo State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested five suspects who were allegedly involved in the killings of farmers in two separate communities in the State. Recall that two persons were killed in Eware Community in  Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State  on Thursday by suspected Fulani  herdsmen, and two Read More

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3 d. ago Food insecurity: Farmers’ group to cultivate 900,000 hectares of land

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja A farmers’ group, Green Revolution Farmers Feed the Nation Foundation (GRFFNF) has said it intends to cultivate 150,000 hectares of farmland in each of the six geopolitical zones across the country through its Green Rewards Farm Settlement initiative. The Director General of the group, Jonathan Okwudiri, who disclosed this at a […] The post Food insecurity: Farmers’ group to cultivate 900,000 hectares of land appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Women farmers, journalists, traditional rulers push for sustainable agriculture

The Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has partnered with the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) and read more Women farmers, journalists, traditional rulers push for sustainable agriculture

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3 d. ago Gombe sets up committees for Ramadan palliative distribution

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has established Ramadan palliative distribution committees to ensure the seamless distribution of relief materials to residents during the holy month. This was contained in a statement released on Friday by Professor Ibrahim Njodi, Secretary to the Government of Gombe State, conveying Governor Yahaya’s approval. The statement read, “The initiative aims Read More

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3 d. ago Special Foundation Empowers 35,000 Underprivileged Across Africa

After eight years of impactful initiatives, the Special Foundation said it has emerged as a pivotal force in educational development, directly affecting over 35,000 lives across Africa. The Foundation released its 2024 Annual Impact Report, showcasing excellent milestone achievements in its continued mission to transform Africa’s next generation of leaders through education. The report spotlighted […]

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3 d. ago Tertiary healthcare: Senate moves to establish 40 new federal medical centres

Tribune Online Tertiary healthcare: Senate moves to establish 40 new federal medical centres Communities in many states, including Taraba, Oyo, Bayelsa, Benue, Gombe, Kebbi and Kwara will benefit from the facilities. Tertiary healthcare: Senate moves to establish 40 new federal medical centres Tribune Online

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