Renowned explorer and environmentalist, Dr Newton Jibunor, has stressed the urgent need for environmental protection and coordinated climate action in the country. Jibunor said such measures would go a long way in curbing environmental degradation and mitigating the impacts of climate change. He made this known during a courtesy visit to the Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, on Monday in Asaba. Jibunor, popularly known as the “Desert Warrior,” drew from his decades of global expeditions to highlight mounting environmental challenges and their growing impact, particularly in Delta State. He expressed sympathy for families affected by the recent windstorm that…
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Afretrade, a pan-African trade and cultural enterprise, on Monday launched a continent-wide talent and business roadshow, screening over 300 applicants to position African creatives and entrepreneurs globally. The initiative precedes The Afretrade Entrepreneur Festival (TAEF), slated for June in Lagos, and drew over 100 startups and creative talents in its first auditions. Speaking in Lagos, TAEF Youth Director, Mr Paul Akume, said the exercise marked a critical step in identifying individuals to drive Africa’s economic and cultural transformation. According to him, the initiative integrates diverse sectors to foster collaboration and unlock innovation. He noted that participants were assessed based on…
The Katsina State Police Command says it arrested no fewer than 188 suspects linked to various criminal activities and rescued 12 kidnapped victims in March. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Monday in Katsina, noting that the success was part of the command’s ongoing efforts to combat crime. Sadiq-Aliyu said the command recorded significant successes in its intensified operations against kidnapping, banditry, cattle rustling, and arms trafficking across the state. He attributed the achievements to intelligence-led operations, strengthened inter-agency collaboration, and sustained patrols in identified flashpoints. According to him, the breakdown…
MMA2 operator, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services, has explained the recent increase in multi-storey car park tariffs at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, Lagos. The operator said the hike is aimed at addressing congestion, discouraging long-term parking, and restoring space for legitimate airport users. This is contained in a statement by the Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, on Monday in Lagos. Yinka-Olawuyi said MMA2 has maintained strong safety and security records among Nigeria’s airport terminals. She said this has been achieved through monitoring, access control, and proactive management of terminal facilities, including the car park. She added that the…
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, on Monday inaugurated two model science secondary schools in Kogi State and commended Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo for his commitment to repositioning education in the state. Alausa inaugurated the GYB Model Science Secondary Schools located in Nagazi, Adavi Local Government Area, and Okebukun in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area. He described the projects as a testament to the governor’s visionary leadership and dedication to transforming the education sector. The minister also praised key initiatives of the state government, including its free education policy, payment of external examination fees, and the establishment of three fully…
The Police Command in Lagos State has assured residents that there is no threat to peace and security across the state. The Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, gave the assurance in a statement on Monday issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi. Tijani said reports circulating on social media alleging cult-related attacks in some Lagos communities, including Shitta, Akerele, Itire/Aguda and Ishaga, were false and misleading. He confirmed that the police had deployed proactive measures to prevent any breakdown of law and order in the affected and surrounding areas. “Following the initial report, the prompt deployment of police personnel…
A civil society group, the Freedom Ambassadors Organisation, has urged the Edo State Government to prioritize the provision of modern sanitation equipment across the state. The group’s founder and president, Curtis Ogbebor, made the call at a news conference on Monday in Benin. Ogbebor criticized the government’s decision to appeal the court judgment that voided restrictions on movement during monthly environmental sanitation exercises. READ ALSO : Experts decry environmental degradation in South-South He argued that, rather than restricting citizens’ movement, the government should focus on providing essential infrastructure such as waste collection trucks and public conveniences. Ogbebor noted that environmental…
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support programme (L-PRES) has met with the Niger Foods Security Systems and Logistics Company Limited to provide technical support, training, and funding access to farmers, processors, and investors. National Coordinator of L-PRES, Sanusi Abubakar, made this known during a visit to Tagwai, as part of efforts to partner with Niger Foods. Sanusi said the proposed partnership would also focus on the livestock value chain, including plans by the Niger State Government to establish a feedlot and livestock hub. READ ALSO : NSPP conference highlights pests, climate threats to food security Chairman of Agricultural Business and…
Stakeholders at the 51st Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Plant Protection (NSPP) have raised concerns over the impact of pests and climate change on food security in Nigeria. The conference, themed “Plant Protection and Biotechnological Solutions for Sustainable Food Production in Nigeria”, was held on Monday at the National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT) in Ibadan. Participants noted that the prevailing climate conditions in the country have led to the emergence of new pests and pathogens that severely attack crops. The Executive Director of NIHORT, Prof. Muhammed Attanda, stated that biotechnology offers new plant protection strategies to combat these…
The Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has engaged traditional leaders to mobilise residents for the registration of all children aged zero to five years. The Mandate Secretary, Dr Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, disclosed this on Monday during a social mobilisation exercise at the palace of the Sapeyi of Garki, Usman Nga-Kupi, in the Abuja Municipal Area Council. Benjamins-Laniyi said the exercise aims to ensure that all children within the age bracket are registered and issued birth certificates as a legal means of identification. According to her, the initiative is designed to ensure that no child is left…