Borno has emerged among the 23 states to fully meet all conditions for accessing funds under the Nigeria Climate Adaptation–Erosion and Watershed Project (NEWMAP-EIB). The National Project Coordinator of the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU), Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks, disclosed this during a visit to Maiduguri, where he assessed the state’s readiness ahead of the project launch. To qualify for disbursement, states are required to provide counterpart funding, establish project offices, recruit staff, acquire operational vehicles, develop Environmental and Social Management Frameworks (ESMF) and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs), adhere to European Investment Bank (EIB) procurement guidelines, and verify erosion sites.…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
The Federal Government has begun verification of disputed and newly drilled crude oil and gas fields and wells in the Niger Delta. Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Shehu, disclosed this in Asaba on Monday, saying the exercise will ensure oil-producing states get their rightful share of resources. Shehu said the move followed petitions from governors of Anambra, Delta, Imo, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers over ownership and boundary disputes involving oil and gas assets. The verification is being conducted by an Inter-Agency Technical Committee comprising RMAFC, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), the…
Turkeys are large North American bird of the genus Meleagris, with the wild turkey being the ancestor of the domesticated turkey. These omnivorous birds are ground foragers, feeding on nuts, berries, and insects, and are known for the male’s elaborate courtship display, which involves puffing up feathers and gobbling. They roost in trees at night and are notable for their distinctive bare heads and necks, which vary in color, and the males’ unique “snood” a fleshy growth over the beak. Turkey farming Turkey farming involves raising turkeys for meat or other products, requiring careful attention to housing, feeding, and health. Key steps include preparing suitable…
Bees are winged insects that form a monophyletic clade Anthophila within the superfamily Apoidea of the order Hymenoptera, with over 20,000 known species in seven recognized families and pollinators are things that helps move pollen from one part of a flower to another. Bees and pollinators infograph Diversity of bees Apart from the well-known Apis Mellifera (the Western honeybee), there are 11 other honeybee species and hundreds of stingless bees. These bees often have spiritual, cultural, medicinal significance and are also used as environmental indicators. Huge variety of pollinators There are over 200,000 animal pollinator species. Most are wild species,…
Nigeria has launched the National Livestock Growth and Advancement Strategy (NL-GAS), a two-phase 10-year plan aimed at doubling the nation’s herd size and sectoral output by 2035 through a strong public–private partnership framework. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, unveiled the strategy during an Economic Management Team (EMT) meeting in Abuja, chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. Maiha explained that the initiative will focus on modernizing livestock production, boosting value chains, and ensuring sustainable growth in the sector, which remains critical for food security and rural livelihoods. ALSO READ African…
Africa’s agricultural sector continues to play a pivotal role in global food security, with several countries standing out as leading producers of key crops. Data on continental output shows that Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt dominate in different categories, reflecting the diversity of Africa’s agricultural landscape. Nigeria maintains its position as Africa’s agricultural powerhouse, ranking as the continent’s largest producer of rice, banana, yam, cassava, shea nuts, and ginger. These crops remain vital to both domestic consumption and export earnings, underscoring Nigeria’s role in West Africa’s food supply chain. South Africa leads in maize and apple production, benefiting from advanced…
China has made a breakthrough in diabetes treatment through advanced stem cell therapy that shows promise in reversing both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in humans. The therapy involves using the patient’s own cells, reprogrammed into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), which are then cultivated into insulin-producing islet cells and transplanted back into the patient. This autologous approach eliminates the need for anti-rejection drugs, a major advancement in transplant medicine. Details on Type 1 diabetes breakthrough A landmark case involved a 25-year-old woman from Tianjin, China, who had long-term Type 1 diabetes—an autoimmune disease destroying insulin-producing pancreatic cells. After…
The Nigerian government has launched laboratory investigations to determine the exact cause of a strange flesh-eating disease that has killed seven people in Malabu, Adamawa State. Dr. Adesigbin Olufemi, Acting National Coordinator of the National Tuberculosis, Buruli Ulcer and Leprosy Control Programme, disclosed this in an interview on Sunday in Abuja. According to him, as of September 10, there were 67 confirmed cases, with eight patients undergoing surgical treatment at the Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital (MAUTH), Yola. “These are undergoing surgical treatment with the support of the government,” he said, stressing the coordinated efforts to manage the medical emergency…
Agroforestry is a land-use practice that combines trees and shrubs with crops, livestock, or both, on the same land in a way that creates ecological and economic interactions between them. It aims to improve land productivity and sustainability by diversifying and integrating components like trees for fruit, fodder, or nitrogen fixation with agricultural activities. This approach offers environmental benefits such as soil conservation and water quality improvement, alongside socio-economic advantages like increased income and enhanced food security for farmers. Forest restoration and #agroforestry projects are being implemented by communities across the world to restore landscapes, sustain food systems, boost agricultural outputs, and…
Integrated coconut farming is redefining sustainable agriculture by combining crop production, livestock management, renewable energy, and eco-relaxation into one cohesive system. This innovative model transforms a coconut plantation into a multifunctional space that supports food production, animal husbandry, and tourism. 🌴 Coconut trees as the foundationCoconut palms serve as the backbone of the farm, offering shade, soil enrichment, and a steady stream of income through fruit, oil, and fiber. Their wide canopy creates a microclimate ideal for housing livestock such as goats, cows, rabbits, and even horses—reducing heat stress and improving animal welfare. 🐐 Livestock integrationDesignated paddocks and open grazing…