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The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has commenced the review and validation of a new National Integrated Pest and Plant Disease Management Strategy aimed at improving Nigeria’s capacity to prevent and control transboundary and migratory agricultural pests. The exercise, which brought together researchers, policymakers, development partners and private-sector stakeholders at ARMTI in Abuja, […]

…says President is not failing, calls for political solution to Kanu crisis Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has alleged that the current wave of insecurity sweeping across the country is being deliberately orchestrated by political actors intent on undermining President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Sunday, anchored […]

A global clean-energy mobilisation campaign jointly led by Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission President and Cyril Ramaphosa, South African President have secured €15.5 billion to support Africa’s transition to renewable energy. The year-long initiative, undertaken in partnership with Global Citizen and backed by the International Energy Agency, seeks to expand electricity access, stimulate sustainable […]

The Federal Government has issued a fresh warning to fish farmers across the country, cautioning that improper antibiotic use is threatening the long-term sustainability and profitability of Nigeria’s fast-growing aquaculture sector. Speaking at an awareness and sensitisation meeting for fish farmers and value chain operators in Karu, Abuja, Samuel Anzaku, chief veterinary officer of Nigeria […]

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Pete Hegseth, United States Defence Secretary, has urged the Nigerian government to take urgent and sustained action to halt escalating attacks on Christian communities. Hegseth delivered the message during a meeting with Nuhu Ribadu, Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), at the Pentagon on Thursday. According to the U.S. Department of Defence, the engagement formed part […]

Speaking during the “Facts Behind the Acquisition” presentation at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), the Group Managing Director of UAC of Nigeria Plc (UACN), Folasope Aiyesimoju, explained the thinking behind the group’s N182.4 billion acquisition of CHI Limited. He described the deal as a rare and well-timed opportunity that aligns with UAC’s long-term strategy in the […]

US President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Nigeria on Friday, calling the country “a disgrace” as he renewed accusations that the government is failing to protect Christians from extremist violence. Speaking on a conservative radio programme, Trump repeated his threat to take military action against Islamist militants in Nigeria if the government does not […]

The Federal Government has opened application portal for the ₦50m student venture capital grant, a new funding window aimed at turning Nigerian students into innovation-driven entrepreneurs. Known as the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), the programme offers equity-free financing of up to ₦50 million for undergraduate innovators inScience, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines. […]

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami will open its new Miami Freedom Park stadium on April 4, 2026, with a home clash against Austin FC, as part of the 2026 Major League Soccer schedule. The 2026 MLS season kicks off on February 21, 2026, with all clubs set to play 34 regular-season games before the campaign concludes […]