The government of Ethiopia’s National Agricultural Mechanisation Strategy is set for a major boost following an exclusive distribution deal between Italy’s McCormick Tractors and the Kerchanshe Group, a partnership expected to accelerate the country’s mechanisation drive. The agreement, formally launched at an event this week at Sheraton Addis in Addis Ababa, designates Kerchanshe as the sole distributor of McCormick agricultural machinery across Ethiopia, including after-sales support and operator training. Under the pact, Kerchanshe will lead nationwide sales and support services for McCormick — a prestigious Italian tractor brand under Argo Tractors — marking the brand’s official entry into Ethiopia’s agricultural…
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The National Universities Commission (NUC) said it has introduced a code of governance for private universities in the country to ensure greater uniformity in the running of such institutions. This comes as NUC lauds Gregory University, Uturu (GUU), Abia State, for its high academic standards. Executive Secretary of the Commission, Professor Abdulahi Yusufu Ribadu, who made this known while speaking during the 10th convocation ceremony of Gregory University, Uturu (GUU), said the introduction of the code was part of the sweeping and far‑reaching reforms undertaken by the Commission to make Nigerian universities globally competitive. Represented by Offor Chukwuemeka, an official…
A faith-based group, Becoming the Greatest You Christian Community (BGYCC), has donated food items and other materials to an orphanage, encouraging Nigerians to always lend a helping hand Speaking during the outreach to the Heritage Home Orphanage, in Abuja,Pastor Alex Jonah, who led the BGYCC team on the visit, on Sunday,said the aim was to extend love and make positive impact. Alex said, “We have been on virtual meetings, so we decided to come to the orphanage at least to show love to the less privileged. That is why we are here. “As a group we have been able to…
Kogi government has strengthened non-formal education as 130 facilitators undergo intensive AGILE training to raise standards, widen access and improve learning outcomes. The two-day capacity-building programme was organised by the Ministry of Education for facilitators from centres across Kogi’s three senatorial districts. The training focuses on improving teaching quality in second-chance and alternative education programmes for adolescents and adult learners. AGILE State Project Coordinator, Alhaji Ahmed Oricha, said on Sunday in Okene skilled facilitators are critical to achieving the project’s education and empowerment objectives. “Without competent facilitators, second-chance education cannot deliver meaningful literacy, numeracy and life skills,” Oricha said. He…
The Lagos State Government has hosted the 5th edition of the annual Food Festival to foster growth across the various food spaces and the entire agro value chain. The event hosted by the State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, held at the Muri Okunola Park , Victoria Island Lagos on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event had in attendance food vendors and caterers across the Lagos agric space. In his address, the Lagos state Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, commended the ministry’s effort to ensure all within the agriculture space thrive. “You have all been part…
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has announced a ₦150,000 Christmas bonus for all categories of civil servants in the state. Nwifuru made the announcement on Sunday during a church service at the Government House Chapel in Abakaliki. The governor said the gesture reflects his administration’s unwavering commitment to improving the welfare of workers, despite the limited revenue accrued to the state over the past year. According to him, the decision was taken in recognition of the dedication and resilience of civil servants amid prevailing economic challenges. Speaking on the forthcoming local government elections in the state, Nwifuru promised a…
In the spirit of the yuletide, the Lafiaji Development Association (LDA), a non-governmental organization, on Sunday distributed food items to 600 beneficiaries across five zones in the Lafiaji area of Lagos State. The founder of the association, Mr Florentino Sanya, spoke during the distribution exercise held at the Lafiaji Community Centre on Lagos Island, where beneficiaries gathered for the outreach. Sanya said the gesture was hintended to support vulnerable residents amid prevailing economic challenges. According to him, the beneficiaries were drawn from the five zones in Lafiaji, namely Oke Suna, Sango-Simpson, Araromi, Obalende and Ije. He said the food items…
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has commenced the distribution of farm inputs to 2,000 onion farmers in Sokoto State as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to reduce post-harvest losses in Nigeria’s food system. The Executive Secretary of the NADF, Mr Muhammad Abu-Ibrahim, disclosed this on Sunday during the distribution exercise in Sokoto. Abu-Ibrahim, who was represented by a director, Mr Mu’azu Ibrahim, described post-harvest losses as one of the major challenges confronting the agricultural sector. He said the support was aimed at cushioning the impact of losses often suffered by onion farmers due to poor seedlings and other…
The price of onions in major markets across Lagos State has recorded a significant increase, with bulk sellers reporting up to a 44 per cent rise in the cost per bag. Traders attributed the hike largely to rising transportation costs from major production hubs in northern Nigeria. Market stakeholders, who spoke with reporters in Lagos, said the price surge has affected both vendors and consumers as the festive season approaches. A bulk onion trader at Mile 12 Market, Mr Muhammad Kililu, said the cost of a bag of onions had increased sharply. “We used to sell a bag of onions…
Sightsavers, an international charity organization, has called on media practitioners to intensify awareness on the availability of free treatment for lymphatic filariasis, also known as elephantiasis. The call was made at a two-day workshop organized by Sightsavers for journalists in Makurdi, Benue State. Mr Mark Debam, State Coordinator of the Programme for the Eradication of Lymphatic Filariasis in Benue, described the disease as one caused by microscopic worms transmitted through mosquito bites. Debam said plans were in place to eradicate lymphatic filariasis by 2030 through prevention and appropriate treatment. According to him, many affected persons are reluctant to seek treatment…