Abuja: The Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) has increased rice yields in Nigeria from the national average of 2-2.5 tonnes per hectare to between five and six tonnes per hectare. Mrs Dede Ekoue, IFAD Country Director, disclosed this at the 12th Joint Supervision Mission Inception Workshop of the […]
Day: October 8, 2025
Unity and Openness Essential for Peace in Nigeria, Says Presidential Aide
Lokoja: Dr Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), emphasized that unity, openness, and solidarity are crucial for attaining enduring peace in Nigeria. Essiet made these remarks at a community workshop and the inauguration of Community-Based Peace Structures in Kogi. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the event convened […]
PhD Scholar Advocates for Tech-Driven Urban Planning in Nigeria
Lagos: A Nigerian PhD scholar in power system studies, Mr. Olaoluwa Adeleke, has called on both the government and stakeholders to prioritize renewable energy and digital infrastructure, facilitating the transition to smart cities across Nigeria. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adeleke emphasized that Nigeria has the potential to bypass outdated infrastructure by adopting digital […]
Government Unveils Blueprint to Revitalise Public Assets, Drive Economic Growth
Abuja: The Federal Government has identified a set of conditions necessary to improve the performance of public assets, attract investment inflows, and generate stronger economic growth across key sectors. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, shared this during the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit interactive session in Abuja. Akume was […]
FG Bold Reforms to Boost Private Investment in Infrastructure Projects
Abuja: The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating private sector participation in infrastructure development. According to News Agency of Nigeria, it has unveiled a series of reforms and strategic initiatives aimed at closing Nigeria’s multi-trillion-dollar infrastructure gap. The Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Dr Jobson Ewalefoh, shared this at the […]