27 h. ago FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products (CPPs) to 50,000 smallholder farmers in the […] The post FG deploys digital tool to track N19.5bn agric project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The federal government, through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee the rollout of its N19.5bn AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The government said the initiative, which was unveiled yesterday in Abuja, will provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection […] The post FG unveils software to monitor, evaluate N19.5bn agro project in 15 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago FG earmarks N50m support fund for students to scale up enterprises

Drives research commercialisation initiative By Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government, on Wednesday, July 2, inaugurated a ministerial committee to drive the commercialisation of research outputs from Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The Research and Innovation Commercialisation Committee (RICC), chaired by Dr Tayo Aduloju of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), has other members, including Prof. Ibrahim […] The post FG earmarks N50m support fund for students to scale up enterprises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago IGP confab: We’re tackling escalating insecurity in Benue –CP

Commissioner of Police, Benue State, Ifeanyi Emenari, has said his command is poised to tackle escalating insecurity: “We arrested 27 suspected armed robbers, kidnappers and cultists.” He spoke at the Inspector General of Police (IGP) conference in Abuja recently: “My vision is to focus on proactive initiations designed to deny safe haven to criminal elements. […] The post IGP confab: We’re tackling escalating insecurity in Benue –CP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago AFNIS 2025: FG to unveil initiative to encourage indigenous investments—Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The federal government has expressed readiness to launch an initiative designed to mobilise African capital for African priorities. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Oladele Alake, stated this while briefing newsmen ahead of the 4th African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS), holding at the State House Conference Centre, […] The post AFNIS 2025: FG to unveil initiative to encourage indigenous investments—Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NSSEC launches ‘grow what you eat’ campaign with N300,000 seed

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC) has commenced the “Grow What You Eat ” initiative campaign in Abuja and other strategic locations across the geographical zones. At the launch of the campaign at Government Girl’s Secondary School, Dutse, Abuja, the Executive Secretary of NSSEC, Dr. Iyela Ajayi stated that the campaign […] The post NSSEC launches ‘grow what you eat’ campaign with N300,000 seed-fund to Abuja school  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG Rolls Out Nationwide Flood Insurance Scheme To Protect Citizens, Businesses

The Federal Government has announced the development of a National Flood Insurance Policy aimed at providing financial protection for Nigerians affected by recurring flood disasters. The move was disclosed during a Technical Committee Meeting held Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Abuja. The initiative, led by the Federal Ministry of Environment, seeks to transition from a […] The post FG Rolls Out Nationwide Flood Insurance Scheme To Protect Citizens, Businesses appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigerian, Brazilian 2nd Ladies Visit Nike Art Gallery, Cowries Initiative In Abuja

The wife of the Vice President of Nigeria, Hajiya Nana Shettima, and her Brazilian counterpart, Mrs. Maria Lucia Alckmin, embarked on a cultural tour of the Nike Art Gallery, Abuja, and the 5 Cowries Initiative on Wednesday. The tour was designed to showcase and appreciate Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage in arts and crafts. According to […]

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1 week ago FCT Original Inhabitants Launch Project To Strengthen Cultural Ties

The original inhabitants of the FCT have called for further strengthening of their cultural ties under a two-year project that will train 300 women and youths. Programme manager, Helpline Social Support Initiative, Godwin Arome Onoja, who addressed a press conference in Abuja, said Helpline, in partnership with the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic […]

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1 week ago First Lady condemns Benue killings, others as “very evil,” calls for prayers, unity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has strongly condemned the recent wave of violent killings in Benue State and other parts of the country, describing them as “very, very evil.” Speaking at the 2nd quarter review meeting of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) with governors’ spouses at the State House, Abuja, […] The post First Lady condemns Benue killings, others as “very evil,” calls for prayers, unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago WAES Reflects Nigeria’s Commitment To Inclusive Growth In West Africa – Bianca Ojukwu

Minister of state for foreign affairs, Bianca Odumegwu- Ojukwu, has said the ongoing West African Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration for collective development. The minister stated this in her remarks at the opening ceremony of the summit in Abuja yesterday, stressing that it was initiated by President […]

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2 w. ago NOC Commences Construction Of Permanent Secretariat In Abuja

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially begun an ambitious project to establish its permanent secretariat in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This initiative, which aims to enhance the infrastructure and operational capabilities of the NOC, follows the allocation of 5 hectares of land by the Federal Government. The new site will serve as […]

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2 w. ago Extractive sector contributed over ₦1trn to TETFund in 5 Years – NEITI

Signs MoU to boost education tax From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to enhance Nigeria’s education funding through accurate and timely remittances of education taxes from companies in the extractive sector. Speaking at the MoU signing […] The post Extractive sector contributed over ₦1trn to TETFund in 5 Years – NEITI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago World Blood Donor Day: Poor donation fuelling deaths, others

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja On World Blood Donor Day 2025, Haima Health Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, highlighted that Nigeria requires approximately 1.7 million pints of blood annually but meets only 38 per cent of this demand, contributing to preventable deaths and health crises. The founder of Haima Health Initiative, Bukola Bolarinwa, in a statement released […] The post World Blood Donor Day: Poor donation fuelling deaths, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Infinix Nigeria Spreads Joy This Sallah with CSR and Customer Rewards

Infinix Nigeria has once again demonstrated its deep commitment to community and customer engagement through a memorable Sallah celebration marked by generosity and impact. Over the festive weekend, the brand embarked on a nationwide give-back initiative, visiting underprivileged communities in Lagos, Kaduna, Ibadan, Abuja, and Kano, providing essential foodstuffs and specially curated branded gift items. […] The post Infinix Nigeria Spreads Joy This Sallah with CSR and Customer Rewards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago NEITI flays abuse of FOI Act by extortionists masquerading as NGOs

Demands clampdown From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has condemned the growing misuse of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act by impostors posing as civil society actors. Describing the trend as a deliberate attempt to harass and blackmail public officials under the guise of promoting transparency, NEITI is calling for […] The post NEITI flays abuse of FOI Act by extortionists masquerading as NGOs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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