Traditional rulers and community leaders in Niger State have been urged to play an active role in sensitizing their people about the vision and opportunities of the Niger Foods initiatives. The Chairman of Niger Foods, Sammy Adigun, made the call during an interface in his office with the Hakimi of Akare District and his village heads, stressing the need for collective support in mobilizing farmers and providing access to arable land for agricultural development. Adigun explained that Niger Foods is committed to equipping farmers with modern tools, skills, and resources to boost food production while creating wealth for rural households.…
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The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed 13 bars and lounges across the state for allegedly causing persistent noise pollution and other environmental violations. In a post on X, the agency said the enforcement exercise, carried out on Wednesday, was directed by the State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab. According to the post, the operation covered parts of Lagos Island, including Admiralty Way in Lekki Phase 1, Wole Olateju Crescent in Lekki, and Babatunde Anjous Drive in Lekki. The establishments shut down included lounges, restaurants, and bars such as D.Code Lounge, Farm City, Beer…
The Ondo State House of Assembly has praised the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Prof. Ebunoluwa Adejuyigbe, saying her plans and initiatives will help place the university among the best in the world. The Chairman of the House Committee on Tertiary Education, Hon. Chris Ayebusiwa, led other members of the committee on a visit to the institution. He commended the quality of teaching at UNIMED and promised that the Assembly would continue to support the university. Describing the Vice-Chancellor as a pragmatic and visionary leader, Ayebusiwa said, “The Vice-Chancellor only assumed office a few months ago,…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has arraigned Julius Eshiet, Al-Trade Agencies Limited, and Alabi Collins from the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development before the Lagos State High Court. They face a 13-count charge bordering on forgery, illegal occupation, and forceful takeover of land. The land in dispute is located at Block C, Plots 30 and 37, Ajisafe Street, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos State. The prosecuting counsel, Rotshang Dimka from Police Force Headquarters in Abuja, said the case was based on a July 1, 2024, petition filed by Viagem Property and Investment Limited. Viagem accused Al-Trade Agencies, Julius Eshiet,…
The Federal Government says Nigeria has set a target to increase the contribution of industry to the nation’s GDP from the current 10 per cent to 25 per cent between 2025 and 2035, under a newly validated strategic framework. Senator John Owan, Minister of State for Industry, announced this during a panel session at the Gastech Exhibition and Conference in Milan, Italy. The session was titled “Powering Growth and Prosperity in High Potential Economies Through Widened Access to Affordable, Reliable and Flexible Energy.” Owan said the framework marks a turning point in Nigeria’s industrial policy, describing it as one of…
President Bola Tinubu will speak at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 24. According to a revised list of speakers released by the UN, Tinubu will deliver his speech on the second day of the event. The Nigerian president is expected to address other world leaders in the afternoon session at about 8:30 pm local time in New York (2:30 pm in Nigeria). He will be the 17th speaker on day two of the debate, the UN list shows. The debate will feature 195 leaders, including 98 heads of state, five…
Niger State governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, has said the only solution to the frequent clashes between farmers and herders is proper cattle ranching. He explained that the old method of open grazing is no longer practiced anywhere in the world. The governor stressed the need to educate Fulani herdsmen about the benefits of ranching. He said this would improve livestock production and also reduce insecurity in different parts of the country. He made this point when he welcomed representatives of several Fulani groups under the Madako Foundation for Conflict Resolution and Empowerment, who visited him at the government house…
Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has called for a stronger ECOWAS health pact to enhance regional cooperation against Lassa fever and other emerging infectious diseases. Dr. Jide Idris, NCDC Director-General, made the appeal on Thursday at the 2nd Lassa Fever International Conference in Abidjan, organized by the West African Health Organisation (WAHO). The conference theme, “Beyond Borders: Strengthening Regional Cooperation to Combat Lassa Fever and Emerging Infectious Diseases,” aims to reinforce regional commitment, mobilize political will, and promote collective action against viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHFs). Idris stressed the importance of cross-border surveillance and coordinated responses because viruses…
The West African Insurance Companies Association (WAICA) will focus on the vital role insurers play in protecting economies and communities from the growing risks of climate-related disasters at its 2025 Education Conference. The conference will take place from October 12 to 15 at Eko Hotels & Suites, Lagos. Hosted by the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) on behalf of Nigeria’s insurance industry, it will bring together delegates from Nigeria, Ghana, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and other West African nations. According to a statement by Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, Chairperson of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), the conference will explore climate-resilient insurance models,…
The Lagos State Government has activated the Incident Management Structure (IMS) under its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) to guard against any possible outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). This decision was taken after an emergency PHEOC meeting held on Tuesday, September 9, at Mainland Hospital, Yaba. The meeting followed reports of fresh Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths, including four health workers, have been recorded. Speaking after the meeting, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye—represented by Dr. Ismail Abdus-Salam—said the move…