Using LPG directly emits half the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, on average, compared to the traditional use of biomass. LPG stoves are also convenient, easily transported and have high energy efficiency. The solution to overcoming this tragic challenge is clear: upscaling clean cooking fuels. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidelines on what constitutes a clean fuel. For cooking, it is a fuel or technology that attains the fine particulate matter and carbon monoxide levels recommended in the WHO’s global air quality guidelines. Examples include solar power, biogas, natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The importance of LPG…
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The Premium Cassava Products Division (PCPD) of FMN Agro, a key arm of Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN), has partnered with the Federal Government to mark the 2025 World Cassava Day with a renewed commitment to cassava industrialization, food security, and export growth. Held at the Banquet Hall of the State House in Abuja, the event brought together critical stakeholders, agribusiness leaders, policymakers, and innovators to celebrate Nigeria’s position as the world’s largest cassava producer. It was organized under the leadership of the Office of the Senior Assistant to the President on Agribusiness and Productivity Enhancement, with the theme “Farm…
Late President Muhammadu Buhari deserves to be immortalised. However, not with anything from Borno State again—because he already has too many edifices named after him in the state, and he is not from there. Also, Borno State has many prominent people, both alive and deceased, who, in my opinion, deserve the honour more than the late President Buhari—so that their children can aspire to be like their leaders. Let me explain… Maiduguri International Airport was renamed Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in June 2023 by President Tinubu. This shouldn’t have happened. Nigeria has 32 airports, 26 of which are operated by…
In the world of business, few names command instant recognition and respect like Dangote. Yet, behind the renowned surname is a woman of vision, grace, and outstanding capability, Halima Aliko Dangote, a Nigerian businesswoman who is not only upholding her family’s legacy but is also charting her own unique path as a transformative leader in African industry and global philanthropy. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Commercial Operations at Dangote Group, Halima represents a new generation of leadership, modern, educated, dynamic, and deeply committed to both economic growth and social impact. She brings to the table more than a…
“The days of life pass away like clouds, so do good while you are alive.” – Imam Ali (AS) – Many people may expect me to write about the late President Muhammadu Buhari, a retired Nigerian Army Major General who was many things to many people and different things to different people. Alive, to a multitude of people, he was a man who could do no wrong. Dead, his wrongs must be interred with him. He was often excused; it was always the fault of others for every misstep of the government, though he was its numero uno. It was either…
The Sokoto State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Sightsavers and other development partners, on Saturday, July 19, 2025, flagged off the free distribution of Azithromycin for children in Gwadabawa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Speaking at the launch event held at the palace of the District Head of Gwadabawa, the Special Assistant to the Governor on the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr. Bello Marnona, said the initiative aims to reduce infant and child mortality across the state. Dr. Marnona, who represented the State Commissioner for Health, noted that the programme is being implemented across all 23 local…
As Bauchi commemorates the 2025 World Population Day, the state government has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young people as key players in achieving the state’s demographic dividend. Speaking at the commemoration held at the Banquet Hall of Government House, the State Commissioner for Budget, Economic Planning, and Multilateral Coordination, Amina Mohammed Katagum, said the state recognizes the strategic importance of young people in shaping inclusive development across all sectors. The commissioner, who was represented by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Multilateral Coordination and Integration, Abubakar Abdulhameed Bununu, noted that the state has ensured that young people are…
In a significant step towards amplifying the voices of women in politics, a new documentary that shines a spotlight on the triumphs, challenges, and resilience of women shaping Nigeria’s political landscape was premiered last Monday in Abuja. The documentary chronicles the journey of nine Nigerian female political candidates who ran for elective office in the 2023 election cycle, breaking barriers in a male-dominated arena. It was produced by Kadaria Ahmed’s Daria media and explores the complexities of being a Nigerian woman in politics and celebrates the achievements of these trailblazers through storytelling and interviews. Trust Kadaria, the quality of the…
Many Nigerians have turned to alternative medicine to meet their health needs, driven by various factors such as perceived effectiveness, cultural beliefs, affordability, and accessibility. For instance, Mrs. Anne Aliyu, a mother of four, said her family resorted to alternative medicine after her husband lost his job. According to her, the hospital they used to attend denied them treatment when they could no longer afford the bills. “Our neighbour, who is a medical professional, used to treat us and the children on loan. With the loss of my husband’s job in 2014, we couldn’t foot the bills anymore. The use…
As the world marks World Public Relations Day, I find myself reflecting deeply on the intersection of technology and humanity, particularly within the space of public communication. I recently had the honour of speaking at a national dialogue hosted by Ayrah Media Concept, in partnership with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Kano Chapter, and PrimePulse Communications Ltd. The theme, “The Imperativeness of AI in Contemporary PR Communication Strategies,” was timely, thought-provoking, and, for me, deeply personal. My background is not in abstract theory but in development communication, where every message is a lifeline. I work in environments where…