Abuja: The National Association of Charcoal Producers, Dealers, Exporters and Afforestation of Nigeria (NACPDEAN) has called for strict enforcement of regulations and total compliance with sectoral guidelines to achieve progress. Its President, Mr. Edu Babatunde, made the appeal at a stakeholders’ meeting on ‘Charcoal Value Chain Development in Nigeria’ in Abuja. Babatunde stressed that the […]
Day: August 30, 2025
Colombian VP Arrives in Nigeria for Strategic Three-Day Visit
Abuja: The Vice-President of Colombia, Francia M¡rquez, arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja for a three-day official visit to Nigeria. This engagement is expected to deepen diplomatic and strategic relations between the two countries. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the visit aims to enhance collaboration in governance, trade, agriculture, energy, education, […]
First Lady Applauds Shea Butter Export Ban as Boon for Local Processors
Abuja: The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has praised the Federal Government’s recent decision to ban the exportation of raw shea butter, calling it a crucial move to empower local processors and open new opportunities within the agricultural value chain. Speaking at the conclusion of a three-day National Workshop on Agro-Value-Chain Capacity Building for Women […]
Wike Hails Tinubu, Commends Turnout in Rivers LG Elections
Port harcourt: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the ongoing local government elections in Rivers. Wike made the remarks on Saturday after casting his vote at Polling Unit 007, Ward 9, Rumuepirikom Community, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area (LGA). He commended President Bola Tinubu for ensuring that […]
NAN Correspondent Wins ‘Outstanding Community Journalist’ Award in Lagos
Lagos: A News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Correspondent, Mr. Rasak Raji, has won an Outstanding Community Relations Journalist of the Year award in Lagos. Raji, who serves as the Badagry District Correspondent for NAN, received this honor from the Conference of 57 Chief Press Secretaries of Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of […]