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- 30 Dec 2020
USAID Partners WACOT Rice on N5b Deal to Boost Rice Production in Kebbi State
WACOT Rice Limited’s (WRL) strategy to become West Africa’s leading rice producer got a massive boost from the USAID-funded West Africa Trade and Investment Hub (WATIH). The Nigerian based subsidiary…
- 9 Nov 2021
FG Mulls ‘Operation Feed Yourself’ to Tackle Hunger
Federal government is considering an ‘Operation Feed Yourself’ initiative to encourage the establishment of urban farms and small home gardens across the country. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo…
- 11 May 2017
FG Worries, Tasks Agencies to Detect GM Foods
Federal government has tasked the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) among other relevant regulatory agencies to partner with the…
- 10 Sept 2020
FG Stops Forex for Importation of Food, Fertiliser
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been directed not to make foreign exchange (forex) available to importers of food items and fertilisers into the country. This directive was given to the apex bank…
- 16 Jul 2024
Nigeria’s food importation policy could destroy country’s agriculture, warns Akinwumi Adesina
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group has said the decision by Nigeria’s government to allow massive food importation risks destroying the country’s agriculture. Dr.…
- 30 Mar 2021
FG Approves New Policy Framework for MSMEs
Mrs. Maryam Yalwaji Katagum, the Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, has said the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has finally approved the revised National Policy…
- 12 Mar 2026
FG Approves First National Policy on Cosmetic Safety, Health
Cosmetic products are widely used in Nigeria, but many consumers remain unaware of the chemicals they may contain. Federal government has therefore approved the first national policy on cosmetics…
- 25 Nov 2024
NEC Calls on States to Embrace NASENI's Tech Innovations
In a move to fast-track Nigeria's industrialization, the National Economic Council (NEC), has urged state governments to patronize technological innovations developed by the National Agency for…
- 1 Apr 2025
NIMC Says NIN Mandatory to Government Loans
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) said the National Identification Number (NIN) is a mandatory requirement for securing government loans. NIMC said on its social media platform that the…
- 26 Jul 2021
ACCI Kicks as AMAC Slams Generator, Equipment Taxes in Abuja
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has cautioned the Abuja Municipal Area Councils (AMAC) and other government bodies against the imposition of N100,000 tax or any form of levy on…
- 22 Jul 2015
Distinguished Speakers as NCS Int’l Conference “Akure 2015” Begins Today
The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has scheduled prominent IT/ICT experts as speakers at the 12th International Conference “Akure 2015. The Conference which starts today is intended to provide a…
- 7 May 2020
NSE Commits N100m to Support the Fight against COVID-19
The Nigerian Stock Exchange (“NSE” or “The Exchange”) is pleased to announce that it has committed N100million to support the fight against Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Nigeria. N60million out of this…
- 2 Nov 2025
Reps Propose N3,500 Daily Wage for Unskilled Labour
House of Representatives is considering a bill seeking to promote sustainable rural development, reduce poverty, and enhance the livelihoods of Nigerians living in agrarian communities. Titled “The…
- 11 Dec 2017
FG Seeks collaborative efforts to Achieve Technologically Productive Economy
The Federal Ministry of Science and Technology has called for collaboration with state governments, private sector and development partners to make the nation’s economy technologically productive.…
- 8 Dec 2024
Nigeria Risks Missing out on $1.2 Trillion AI Opportunity- NigComSat
Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NigComSat), the country’s satellite operator, has warned that Nigeria may lose a $1.2 trillion share of the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) economy by…
- 26 Jul 2017
Strategic Focus on IT, Way Out of 'Oil' Doom- Prof. Aderounmu
The fate of Nigeria's quick economic recovery lies in strategic information technology implementation schemes, said Professor Adesola Aderounmu, president, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS). Prof.…
- 22 Jun 2017
NCS Int’l Conference ’17: ‘Early Bird’ Registration Door Closes
Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has closed the ‘early bird’ registration window for participation at the 13th International Conference holding net month in Abuja, Nigeria CommunicationsWeek can…
- 12 Jan 2025
BudgIT Queries Irregularities in FG’s Proposed 2025 Budget
BudgIT, a civic-tech organisation promoting transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery in Nigeria, has said that it has observed certain legacy issues with the federal government…
- 20 Jul 2021
Nigerian Omojuwa Joins Halifax as First African Board Member
Japheth Omojuwa, a social commentator better known as JJ Omojuwa, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Halifax International Security Forum (HFX), Washington DC. Japheth Omojuwa An HFX…
- 1 May 2025
Oluwaseun Dania Named Among Top 50 Most Influential People of African Descent for Philanthropy & Social Impact
Visionary entrepreneur, multi-sectoral leader, and tireless advocate for sustainable development, Oluwaseun Dania has been named one of the Top 50 Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD)…
- 21 Sept 2010
The Need for Caution When Dealing With Brokers, Agents
In sourcing for an insurance policy, some prospective buyers often get carried away by the sweet-selling efforts made to them by the insurance agents and brokers. Due to the sweeping financial…
- 18 Sept 2018
FEC Approves Implementation of Strategic Roadmap for Digital Identity Ecosystem
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the immediate commencement of the implementation of a strategic roadmap for a new Digital Identity Ecosystem in Nigeria. FEC at its meeting, held on…
- 27 Aug 2021
NIPR Recognises GovSanwo-Olu’s Contributions, As Delegates Discuss Healthcare at Annual Conference
The organisers of the annual Lagos Public Relations Stakeholders’ Conference on Thursday recorgnised the contributions Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to healthcare in Lagos State as part of the…
- 24 Sept 2021
Fidelity Bank to Develop SMEs Capacity in Non-oil Exports Sector
In furtherance of its resolve to help Nigerian businesses build sustainable export capabilities, leading Nigerian lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the 11th and 12th editions of its highly…
- 8 May 2025
NEPC, NBS Sign MoU on Data Capturing
Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate data collection from Informal Cross Border Trade. Nonye…
- 19 Jul 2010
Expert Decries Low Level of Research in Biotechnology
Low level of research amongst Nigerian scientists has been identified as a major factor militating against development of biotechnology in the country. Dashe Elizabeth Sahmicit, scientific officer,…
- 15 Mar 2020
Heritage Bank, GEZAWA Set to Transform Nigeria’s Agric Sector to Huge Commercial Hub
The Nigerian agricultural sector is set to witness a huge growth, as Heritage Bank Plc the lead settlement bank for Gezawa Commodity Market (GCMX) has collaborated with key stakeholders to…
- 23 Aug 2020
SEC Vows Enforcement of Capital Market Rules
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that there would be no sacred cow in the enforcement of all the rules that guide the operations of the capital market as the moves is to restore…
- 2 Feb 2022
FG Seeks $600m W’Bank Facility to Rebuild North
Federal Government has disclosed plans to borrow $600 million from the World Bank to address environmental degradation in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Ayuba Yalaks,…
- 31 Mar 2026
Ouranos Technologies Strengthens Board with Key Leadership Appointments
Ouranos Technologies Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Tajudeen Ahmed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective 1 January 2026. Ouranos Technologies is an enterprise technology…