30 h. ago Livestock Ministry targets $74bn contribution to GDP by 2035

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha said his ministry would expand the livestock sector’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contribution from $32 billion to $74 billion by 2035. Speaking at a ministerial press briefing yesterday in Abuja, Maiha said the aim is to position the ministry as a key player in both domestic […] The post Livestock Ministry targets $74bn contribution to GDP by 2035 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Nigerian cocoa processor Johnvents secures $40.5m UK investment to expand production, export

Johnvents, a Nigerian agribusiness and manufacturing firm, on Tuesday signed a $40.5 million loan deal with UK’s Development Finance Institute read more Nigerian cocoa processor Johnvents secures $40.5m UK investment to expand production, export

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3 d. ago Senate Summons Security Chiefs Over Alleged USAID Terrorism Funding In Nigeria

The Senate has summoned security and intelligence chiefs to investigate allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) was funding terrorism in Nigeria. The resolution was adopted following an Motion of Urgent National Security raised by Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, during plenary on Wednesday. Ndume emphasised the gravity […]

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4 d. ago Cardano News Update: ADA Holders Quietly Accumulating 1Fuel (OFT): What’s the Big Play?

Cardano holders are making strategic moves, quietly accumulating 1Fuel (OFT) as its presale gains momentum. With 1Fuel offering one-click cross-chain transactions, enhanced security, and a decentralized exchange, investors see it as a potential game-changer. The presale has already raised over $2.2 million, signaling strong demand. Could this be the next big crypto play for Cardano Read More

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4 d. ago UK Signs $40.5m Investment Deal To Boost Nigeria’s Cocoa Sector

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution has inked an investment deal of $40.5 million with Johnvents Group, an agribusiness industry to enhance Nigeria’s cocoa production. The investment is expected to grow the cocoa sector, improve its global export competitiveness and create economic opportunities for Nigerian farmers. The partnership will enable Premium Cocoa […]

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4 d. ago NASS transmits Investments & Securities Bill to Tinubu for assent

Tribune Online NASS transmits Investments & Securities Bill to Tinubu for assent The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Capital Market, Senator Osita Izunaso, has announced that the National Assembly has transmitted the Investments and Securities Bill 2024 to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assent. NASS transmits Investments & Securities Bill to Tinubu for assent Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Atiku demands probe into take over of Assembly by security personnel

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for a  horough investigation into a viral video showing armed security personnel at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Abubakar, in a statement, described the action of the security agencies as an assault on the country’s democracy. He said that it was bewildering that the security operatives reportedly […] The post Atiku demands probe into take over of Assembly by security personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Despite huge potential, attracting investments remains African startups’ challenge — Microsoft boss

Tribune Online Despite huge potential, attracting investments remains African startups’ challenge — Microsoft boss The General Manager, Microsoft Africa Transformation Office, Gerald Maithya, has said that, in spite of their huge potential, startups in Africa continue to face significant challenges, especially in the area of securing investment. Gerald, in a paper tagged: ‘Fostering a thriving African Startup ecosystem through collaboration’, stated that, in Year 2024 alone, venture capital investments […] Despite huge potential, attracting investments remains African startups’ challenge — Microsoft boss Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Army invests in commanders to enhance operational effectiveness – 8 Division

Tribune Online Army invests in commanders to enhance operational effectiveness – 8 Division The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in commanders and security agents to enhance operational effectiveness. Speaking at the 8 Division Operations Planning Cadre in Sokoto, Major General Ibikunle Ajose emphasised the importance of leadership in military operations. He highlighted that improving leadership skills, particularly among junior commanders, aligns with the Chief of […] Army invests in commanders to enhance operational effectiveness – 8 Division Tribune Online

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