the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has expressed deep concern over the looming threat of a national food crisis due to insufficient rainfall across Nigeria
Author: Tina George
ASHENEWS reports that the family of the late Emir of Borgu, Senator Haliru Dantoro is seeking the intervention by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the unauthorized use of their ancestral land by Gilmor Engineering Nigeria Limited. The call, ASHENEWS learnt is because the family feels the President’s intervention would make a great impact as they have explored all means to address the issue but have not been able to. The disputed land, located in New Bussa in Borgu local government area of Niger state has been utilized as a quarry site for the federal road rehabilitation project on the…
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger state government has said that work or any form of employment should not separate the nursing mother from her baby as the government pledges to take all actions to help ensure that breastfeeding works for women who work, wherever they work across the state. The government said that by promoting these actions in ensuring that nursing mothers continue to breastfeed while working said this will increase uptake of breastfeeding practice and overcome socio-cultural barriers. The state Commissioner of Primary Healthcare, Dr Ibrahim Dangana stated this during the celebration of the World Breastfeeding Week at the…
In a bid to ease the economic burden on residents, the Niger State government has launched a subsidized grain program, distributing rice, millet, and sorghum across its 25 local government areas. However, the initiative has revealed the residents’ strong preference for rice, with millet and sorghum left largely unbrought. Findings by ASHENEWS revealed that each local government area received 1,000 bags of 10kg rice, alongside 1,000 bags each of millet and sorghum. Despite this equal distribution, rice quickly sold out, while significant quantities of millet and sorghum remain. The state government had set up a committee which recommended that interested…
ASHENEWS reports that a Coalition of youth groups in some parts of Niger state has said that they are not participating in the nationwide protest because they have accepted the Government’s offer of dialogue, especially as every protest eventually ends up on a dialogue table. The youth groups in a joint press conference in Minna called on all members in the 19 northern states of Nigeria and across the nation to stand down their participation in the protest adding that all past protests had pushed the masses into harder situations with loss of lives and properties. The groups include the…
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger State Governor, Mohammadu Umaru Bago and the Executive Director of the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), Dr Akin Akingbulu have underscored the important role community media plays in sustainable development. The duo stated this during the 10th anniversary of Lavun Community Radio and the launching of N50 million fundraising on Tuesday at the Idris Legbo Kutigi Conference Center in Minna. Bago said that the media is important to democracy and the administration of any government as they portray what the government is doing and keep the government on its toes adding that community media…
In this exclusive interview with ASHENEWS, the Chief Organizer of the Minna Fashion Show, Mrs Ezekiel Elizabeth Ebele shares insights on the inspiration behind the event
ASHENEWS reports that the Minna Fashion Show dazzled audiences with its 6th edition, drawing a fantastic turnout and positive reception. The event, which showcases local talent and creativity, has grown significantly since its inception, an indication of the dedication and vision of its organizers. The event held on the 7th of July was all show and pageantry showcasing the different fashion styles of residents of Minna metropolis who took the time to dress up in their best for the show. It was also an avenue for fashion designers across Niger state to dress up their clients in the finest of…
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday disclosed that Nigeria has attracted over $2 billion in investment in the renewable energy sector, making it a fast-growing sector in the economy.
In this analysis, ASHENEWS highlights both progress in certain countries and significant challenges, including insufficient legislation, weak enforcement, and inadequate post-crash response systems. It revealed how rapid urbanization further complicates the road safety landscape, necessitating innovative and sustainable transportation policies.