Gombe: Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has confirmed the receipt of N60 billion support from the Federal Government for the establishment of a 184-hectare Agro-Livestock Industrial Zone in the state. Yahaya disclosed this in Gombe during a ground-breaking ceremony for the establishment of the zone. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the President Bola […]
Day: June 14, 2025
Researcher Develops Gender-Responsive Tool for Agricultural Climate Adaptation
Abuja: Dr Chinwoke Ifeanyi-Obi, a researcher and lecturer at the University of Port Harcourt, has developed a Gender-Responsive Smart Monitor (G-SMART) tool to track gender inclusion in agricultural adaptation initiatives. Ifeanyi-Obi, the university’s Acting Head of the Department of Agriculture Extension and Development Service, said the tool aimed to ensure that policies moved beyond intent […]
Cleric and Leaders Urge Nigerian Youth to Engage in Politics
Abuja: Rev. Canon Ugochukwu Ndukuba of Basilica of Grace, Abuja Diocese of the Anglican Communion, along with leaders from various sectors, has called on Nigerian youth to increase their participation in politics and governance. This call was made during a symposium organized by the church, focusing on youth involvement in politics. According to News Agency […]
AGF Urges Nigerians to Emulate Late Justice Uwais’ Integrity
Abuja: The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has called on Nigerians to emulate the selflessness and integrity of the late Justice Muhammadu Uwais in order to advance national development. Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, made this plea during a special prayer session held in Abuja, organized by the Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society […]
Fitch and GCR Upgrade Wema Bank’s Credit Rating, Affirm Positive Outlook
Lagos: Credit rating agencies, Fitch and GCR, have upgraded the ratings of Wema Bank, further underscoring its capacity for long-term sustainability within the African banking ecosystem. According to News Agency of Nigeria, these ratings raise the projection on Wema Bank’s outlook from stable to positive. Fitch, an American rating agency, upgraded the bank’s National Long-Term […]