Calabar: Ms Archibong Bassey, the first female Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Cross River, says her first tenure in office was a trial period. Bassey, who was returned unopposed in the council’s election, made the assertion in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday. According to News […]
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Stakeholders Call on Traditional Rulers to Improve Farmland Access for Women Farmers
Enugu: Some stakeholders in agriculture have urged traditional rulers to end harmful traditional practices that are limiting women farmers’ access to farmland in rural communities. They made the call during the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-supported Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) Stakeholders Policy Dialogue meeting held in Enugu on Thursday. According to News Agency […]
Ondo Council Lifts Ban on Scavenging, Scrap Metal Dealings
Okitipupa: The Chairman, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, Mr. Andrew Ogunsakin, has announced the lifting of the ban on scavenging and scrap metal dealings in the area. According to News Agency of Nigeria, this decision follows a comprehensive profiling and registration process of individuals and operators involved in the business within the region. […]
Awujale’s Death, A Loss to Muslim Ummah – NSCIA
Abuja: The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the paramount ruler and Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, describing his death as a significant loss to the Nigerian Muslim Ummah. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the NSCIA conveyed its condolences through a message issued by […]
FG Adopts Front-of-Pack Labelling to Curb Diet-Related Diseases
Abuja: In a significant move to combat rising cases of diet-related illnesses, the Federal Government has adopted Front-of-Pack Labelling (FOPL) to help Nigerians make healthier food choices and reduce the burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). According to News Agency of Nigeria, Ms. Daju Kachollom, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, disclosed this in […]