Amalu Kenechukwu

ACTIVISTS CALL FOR INSTANT BAN OF GMO FOODS IN NIGERIA 

A coalition of activists and non-governmental organizations, under the umbrella of ‘GMO-Free Nigeria’, has taken to the streets to protest the introduction of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) foods in Nigeria. The nationwide rallies, which also held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, aimed to oppose the Federal Government’s efforts to promote GMO products in the country….

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AKWA IBOM GETS ANOTHER SET OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PALLIATIVES FOR THE VULNERABLE

The Federal Government has handed over 24,180 bags of 50kg maize and 5,828 bags of 25kg ‘garri’ to the Akwa Ibom Government for distribution to vulnerable households. Zubaida Umar, the Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), made the presentation on behalf of the Federal Government in Uyo. Represented by Mmandu Aisueni, the Head…

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Why Land Governance is Essential to Free Trade

Land governance regulating access, use and ownership of land is critical to the successful implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA). It is also needed to promote inclusive and sustainable development. These are the views of experts at an African land policy conference. Leontine Kanziemo, the Africa Development Bank’s advisor on Natural Resources…

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Northwest Governors Get AfDB Support

The seven governors of Nigeria’s Northwest geo-political zone have got the promise of Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina, Nigerian-born president of the African Development Bank, AfDB for a handsome investment that will boost agricultural outputs in the zone. The support will enhance efforts at ensuring development in the area, as well as providing tackling insecurity and job…

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TINUBU TACKLES FOOD INSECURITY

Determined to solve the challenge of scarcity and high cost of food in the country, the administration of Bola Tinubu has commenced support to farmers beginning from the 2023/2024 dry season farming period. As part of the immediate support by the government, it has undertaken the certification of available planting materials. It has, therefore, kicked…

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What Are You Cooking for Christmas?

The Christmas season is here again. So are the variations in the celebration and the diverse expectations of the people. Across the world, there are different reactions to this year’s yuletide. In Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, celebrations had to be put on hold for the security of the residents. No thanks to the…

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