Category: News
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FG TARGETS FOOD SECURITY, JOBS THROUGH AGRO-PROCESSING ZONES PROGRAMME
The Federal Government says it is intensifying efforts to reform Nigeria’s food systems and reduce post-harvest losses through the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme. Officials said the programme is designed to promote agro-processing, attract private sector investment, create jobs for youths and women, and strengthen food security across participating states. The government added that…
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FG PUSHES RANCHING, MODERN LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION TO REFORM SECTOR
The Federal Government has called on pastoralists across Nigeria to embrace ranching and modern livestock production as part of efforts to reform the livestock sector. The Minister of Livestock Development said open grazing is becoming increasingly difficult due to population growth, climate change and expansion of farming activities. He added that sedentary livestock production would…
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DIGITAL LIFELINE FOR VULNERABLE CHILDREN: NIGERIA ORPHANAGE OPERATORS EMBRACE NEW DATA SYSTEM
No fewer than 14 million children are currently living in motherless baby homes and orphanages across Nigeria. The National President of the Association of Orphanages and Home Operators (ASOHON), DR. Gabriel Oyediji disclosed this on Thursday May 14 in Ilorin, Kwara State, during the launch of the ASOHON Kwara State chapter and a two-day training…
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EBONYI POLICE ARREST SELF-ACCLAIMED PROPHET OVER ALLEGED ABUSE OF CHILD ACCUSED OF WITCHCRAFT
The Ebonyi State Police Command says it has arrested a self-acclaimed prophet over the alleged abuse and humiliation of a child accused of witchcraft in Izzi Local Government Area. Police said the arrest followed a viral video showing the child being subjected to what authorities described as abusive and inhumane treatment. The child was rescued…
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NAVY CHIEF REAFFIRMS FOCUS ON MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT FOR SAFE NAVIGATION AND BLUE ECONOMY GROWTH
The Chief of Naval Staff has reaffirmed the importance of manpower development in ensuring safe navigation and supporting Nigeria’s blue economy. He made this known during a courtesy visit by the Hydrographer of the Federation to the Naval Headquarters in Abuja. Discussions focused on strengthening collaboration, capacity building, and improving hydrographic operations. The Naval Chief…
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NBA, POLICE PUSH FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION TO STRENGHTEN JUSTICE SYSTEM IN LAGOS
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch and its Human Rights Committee have called for stronger cooperation between lawyers and the police to strengthen justice delivery in Lagos. The appeal was made during a courtesy visit to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Ikoyi. Discussions focused on…
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POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTS OVER ARMED ROBBERY IN NIGER, RECOVER WEAPONS
The Niger State Police Command has arrested two suspects over alleged armed robbery in Minna and recovered dangerous weapons during the operation. The arrest followed a report that armed individuals invaded a hotel and robbed guests of their valuables. Police operatives from the Maitumbi Division were deployed to the scene, leading to the arrest of…
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ZONING IS KEY TO NATIONAL COHESION AND EQUITY — OSITA OKECHUKWU
Former Director-General of Voice of Nigeria, Osita Okechukwu, has said that political zoning remains important for promoting national cohesion, inclusion, and equity in Nigeria. Speaking in Enugu while reacting to recent comments on zoning, Okechukwu described the arrangement as a foundational system designed to ensure fairness and representation across different regions of the country. He…
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KWARA FIRE SERVICE TRAINS COLLEGE WORKERS ON EMERGENCY RESPONSE, FLOOD PREVENTION
The Kwara State Fire Service has organized a safety sensitization programme for staff members of the Kwara State College of Education as part of efforts to improve emergency preparedness and reduce risks associated with fire outbreaks and flooding. The awareness programme, held on Tuesday May 12, focused on educating participants on preventive safety measures, disaster…
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GHARI LGA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT, COMPLETES SCHOOL RENOVATION
Ghari Local Government Area in Kano State has restated its commitment to strengthening the education sector as a foundation for societal development. The Chairman of the council, Alhaji Hashimu Garba, said efforts will continue to improve learning conditions for students and teachers across the area. As part of ongoing projects, the council has completed the…
