The Global Environment Facility (GEF), the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and the Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production (RECP) project are collaborating to transform Nigeria’s industrial sector. Mr Jacob Oladipo, National Project Coordinator of the GEF-UNIDO Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) and RECP Project, disclosed this at a project-specific interactive session with the organised private sector, non-governmental organisations, and other stakeholders on Monday in Abuja. He said the project provides a platform to engage stakeholders on the importance of adopting industrial energy efficiency and resource-efficient and cleaner production methodologies in Nigeria’s industrial sector. Oladipo noted that the strong turnout of…
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The aquaculture consortium (TAC) in Kenya, in partnership with the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, has launched youth-led initiatives aimed at transforming the country’s fisheries sector and bridging an annual fish deficit of about 450,000 metric tonnes. The initiatives—Young Fish Kenya, Girls in Aquaculture Kenya and the AgriGrowth/eSamakiDigital platform—were unveiled during the “From Fish Deficit to Aquaculture Powerhouse” conference in Kisumu. The programmes are designed to attract young people and women into aquaculture while leveraging technology and financing to unlock growth in the sector. Speaking during the launch in Kisumu last week, TAC Chief Executive Officer Felix Osok said the…
Shatimman, one of India’s leading agricultural machinery manufacturers, in collaboration with Hello Tractor, has launched a dedicated Women Empowerment Program to support inclusive agricultural development across Africa. The initiative aims to increase women’s participation in mechanization by providing technical training in machine operation, maintenance, and repair—ensuring they are equipped to lead and contribute meaningfully to the continent’s agricultural transformation. In many African countries, mechanization services have historically excluded women, leaving a significant gender gap in access to technology and technical knowledge. This program is designed to close that gap by empowering women with hands-on skills and encouraging them to become…
Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema has said he will not be drawn into the 2027 senatorial race for Delta South at this time, despite mounting pressure from youth groups and supporters across the district. In a statement issued on Monday, Edema expressed appreciation for the endorsement by the Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance and other stakeholders, describing their support as a “powerful reminder” of the shared aspirations for the region. However, he stated that his immediate priority remains his current role as Sole Representative of the Olu of Warri to NNPCL and joint venture partners, a responsibility he said demands full commitment…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr Ibrahim M. Ida as Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and nominated seven individuals as National Population Commission (NPC) commissioners. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on March 30, 2026, by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the President also appointed Dr Yusuf Mohammed from Kano State as Chairman of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaltungo, and confirmed the appointment of Bala Mohammed Bello as Special Adviser on Political Economy. The Presidency said the appointments reflect Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening key institutions and…
Agricultural industry groups in South Africa have called for urgent government intervention to address emerging fuel supply constraints in rural areas, warning that disruptions could threaten farming operations and food security. AgriSA and Agbiz, which collectively represent the full agricultural value chain, on Monday urged the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy to consider a temporary adjustment to the country’s fuel pricing mechanism. The appeal follows the completion of a joint survey conducted on 24 and 27 March 2026 among farmers and fuel retailers servicing the agricultural sector. While official statements have maintained that national fuel supply remains stable, the…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has resigned from his position to pursue his political ambition to run for governor of Bauchi State. This was disclosed on Monday in a brief statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa. He said, “The resignation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs is confirmed.” Ashenews had previously reported that Tuggar was among four ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet expected to resign in order to pursue their political ambitions. The Special Adviser to the Minister on Media and Communications Strategy, Alkasim Abdulkadir, had earlier confirmed Tuggar’s intention to contest for the governorship seat…
Binance announced the beta launch of Binance Ai Pro, a one-stop AI Agent that brings agentic trading infrastructure and support to users, enabling users to configure their own strategies while the AI supports execution and routine operations. As AI and crypto increasingly emerge as two powerful technology pillars, Binance Ai Pro marks the next phase in Binance’s ongoing approach to leverage AI to improve user experience and bring practical AI capabilities into everyday crypto workflows. Building on Binance Ai, which has been available to a limited set of users in a phased rollout since last year, Binance Ai Pro further enhances…
The Ministry of Finance (MINFIN), through the Public Finance Information and Communication Technologies Service (SETIC-FP), presented i.Lab – Innovation Laboratory for Public Finance, a strategic initiative aimed at accelerating the digital transformation in the field of public finances in Angola. i.Lab was born with the mission of experimenting, validating and scaling digital solutions, reinforcing the institutional capacity to innovate with method, reduce risks and generate real impact on public services. “The digital transformation of public finance only makes sense when it generates real value. i.Lab allows you to test solutions, measure impact and scale what effectively improves services”, highlighted Maer Neto, Coordinator of…
Foreign capital inflows into Nigeria’s banking sector surged to $13.53 billion in 2025, a 93.25% year-on-year rise from $7.00 billion recorded in 2024, driven by aggressive capital raising ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recapitalisation deadline. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) capital importation report shows the sector retained its position as the top destination for foreign investment, accounting for 58.26% of total inflows in 2025, up from 56.81% in 2024. Quarterly figures indicate sustained investor participation throughout the year. Inflows rose to $3.13 billion in Q1 2025 from $2.07 billion in the same period of…