56 h. ago FG unveils N19.5bn pilot scheme to empower 50,000 farmers with subsidised inputs

Tribune Online FG unveils N19.5bn pilot scheme to empower 50,000 farmers with subsidised inputs The platform will also support digital extension services, helping farmers adopt best practices in land preparation, seed selection, plant genetics, nutrition, and soil-specific crop blends. FG unveils N19.5bn pilot scheme to empower 50,000 farmers with subsidised inputs Tribune Online

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3 d. ago NELFUND: Over 8,000 FUK students receive N1.73bn in education support – VC Umar Pate

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Kashere (FUK), Professor Umar Pate, has commended the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) initiative, describing it as one of the most transformative interventions in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. Speaking during a pre-convocation press briefing held at the university premises on Tuesday, Professor Pate disclosed that a […] The post NELFUND: Over 8,000 FUK students receive N1.73bn in education support – VC Umar Pate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Livestock development: Ondo targets to support 34,000 farmers

The Ondo State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project ( L-PRES) has said that it targeted over 34,000 beneficiaries of read more Livestock development: Ondo targets to support 34,000 farmers

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9 d. ago HP Nigeria empowers local nonprofits with over $200,000 in grants, technology support

HP, in its ongoing commitment to creating a more equitable and connected world, hosted a face-to-face meeting with the two read more HP Nigeria empowers local nonprofits with over $200,000 in grants, technology support

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1 week ago Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, received Her Majesty Mary Elizabeth, Queen of Denmark, at the State House, Abuja, marking the Danish monarch’s historic first visit to Nigeria. The meeting, co-hosted by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, focused on strengthening bilateral ties with an emphasis on livestock development, education, and social welfare. […] The post Tinubu hosts Queen Mary of Denmark, calls for expanded cooperation in livestock, education sectors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Foundation Provides Educational Support To Children Across Nigeria

A non-profit organisation committed to ensuring equal access to quality education, The Dolly Children Foundation, has provided academic support to over 23,000 children across six states in Nigeria. Since its establishment in 2009, the foundation said it has driven transformative change through literacy-focused interventions, school infrastructure upgrades, and holistic child development programs in Ogun, Abuja, […]

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1 week ago Tricycle, motorcycle owners, riders threaten nationwide protest

…Declare war, accuse Tinubu, APC of abandoning members From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja   Addressing newsmen in Abuja on Monday, the association specifically mentioned the Minister of Youth Development, then Minister of State, Ayodele Olawande, who publicly promised to support their members with 2,000 CNG-Powered Tricycles as part of the campaign promise, but never did. NATOMORAS […] The post Tricycle, motorcycle owners, riders threaten nationwide protest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Dolly Foundation Provides Educational Support To 23,000 Children

The Dolly Children Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to ensuring equal access to quality education, has provided academic support to over 23,000 children across six states in Nigeria. Since its establishment in 2009, the foundation has driven transformative change through literacy-focused interventions, school infrastructure upgrades, and holistic child development programs in Ogun, Abuja, Oyo, Enugu, […]

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1 week ago Zoonotic diseases: Oyo vaccinates 95, 948 cattle against anthrax, CBPP

By Oluseye Ojo Oyo State Government has vaccinated 95, 948 cattle against anthrax and Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) in order to protect livestock and public health. Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development in the state, Mr Olasunkanmi Olaleye, made the disclosure at a press briefing on key achievements and impact reports of the ministry, held […] The post Zoonotic diseases: Oyo vaccinates 95, 948 cattle against anthrax, CBPP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated two committees aimed at tackling pressing issues of security and land disputes in Edo State.  The committee’s, Livestock Control Committee and the Boundary Committee, show the Governor’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and development across the State. He inaugurated the Livestock Control Committee […] The post Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Dangote Refinery to commence fuel distribution nationwide from August 15

Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it will begin the nationwide distribution of diesel and premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, starting from August 15. This initiative will include free logistics support and a network of over 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers to deliver Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel to marketers, petrol stations, […] The post Dangote Refinery to commence fuel distribution nationwide from August 15 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG lauds Gombe gov over livestock sector development, others

Tribune Online FG lauds Gombe gov over livestock sector development, others The Governor expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the sum of N120 billion to support the implementation of key agricultural initiatives, including the ambitious Agro-Livestock Development Project. FG lauds Gombe gov over livestock sector development, others Tribune Online

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3 w. ago June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has announced the release of over N130 million to support over 2,000 hospital patients and 1,280 prison inmates in Maiduguri to mark Democracy Day in the state. Zulum announced the gesture on Thursday after his visit to the Maiduguri Maximum Security Custodial Centre as part of […] The post June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Philanthropist Halima Zakari Visits VVF Hospital, Donates Cash To Patients In Jigawa

  A renowned philanthropist and passionate advocate for education, youth, and women development, Dr (Amb) Halima Suleiman Zakari, has donated N50,000 cash to support 85 young girls each, who were treating Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF), mostly as a result of sexual abuse, underage marriages and childbirth. Dr Zakari made the donation through her non-profit organisation, Nana […]

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3 w. ago NARD to train 10,000 doctors in basic, advance cardiovascular life support

Tribune Online NARD to train 10,000 doctors in basic, advance cardiovascular life support The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has launched a nationwide initiative to train 10,000 medical professionals on basic and advanced life support. NARD to train 10,000 doctors in basic, advance cardiovascular life support Tribune Online

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4 w. ago FrieslandCampina WAMCO Unveils Plans For Dairy Academy To Boost Local Capacity

FrieslandCampina WAMCO, stated its plans to establish a Dairy Academy in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to strengthen local capacity and promote dairy development in Nigeria. The company stated this in celebrating World Milk Day 2025 with the theme ‘Let’s Celebrate the Power of Dairy’. This initiative is designed to strengthen local […]

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4 w. ago NIRSAL prepares livestock value chain stakeholders to tap into $2.5bn FDI inflows

Tribune Online NIRSAL prepares livestock value chain stakeholders to tap into $2.5bn FDI inflows NIRSAL Plc, with support from the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, has launched a Feedlot Management Training Programme aimed at preparing the country’s livestock value chain actors to tap into the $2.5 billion Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) deal recently sealed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with global meatpacking giant, JBS. This is in a bold […] NIRSAL prepares livestock value chain stakeholders to tap into $2.5bn FDI inflows Tribune Online

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