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Akwa Ibom Shifts Gears: From Oil to Thriving Agricultural Exports
In a strategic move to broaden its economic base, the Akwa Ibom State government is focusing on leveraging non-oil sectors such as cocoa, maritime activities,...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

In a strategic move to broaden its economic base, the Akwa Ibom State government is focusing on leveraging non-oil sectors such as cocoa, maritime activities, and agricultural produce for export expansion. During a recent discussion with the press, Capt. Iniobong Ekong (rtd), the newly appointed Commissioner for Trade and Investment, emphasized the urgency of revitalizing...

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FUTA VC Urges Stronger Wildlife Conservation Policies for a Sustainable Future
Professor Adenike Oladiji, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), has raised serious concerns about the increasing global threats to wildlife, underscoring the...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Professor Adenike Oladiji, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), has raised serious concerns about the increasing global threats to wildlife, underscoring the urgent necessity for robust conservation strategies. She highlighted that the international wildlife trade, with direct exports estimated at around $1.8 billion, poses a significant risk to biodiversity worldwide. Speaking at...

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Nigeria and EU Strengthen Partnership Through Impactful Grassroots Projects
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the European Union (EU) have committed to enhancing their collaboration in implementing sustainable development initiatives across Nigeria, with a...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

The Federal Government of Nigeria and the European Union (EU) have committed to enhancing their collaboration in implementing sustainable development initiatives across Nigeria, with a particular emphasis on grassroots communities through President Bola Tinubu’s Ward Development Programme. During a conference titled “Promoting Sustainable Development via EU-Nigeria Partnership and Innovative Financing Tools” held in Abuja, Senator...

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Federal Government Launches Ambitious N12bn Renewed Hope Solar Project to Power a Brighter Future
In response to the recent power conflict between Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) and Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), the federal government swiftly initiated a...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

In response to the recent power conflict between Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) and Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), the federal government swiftly initiated a seven-megawatt solar energy installation at the hospital within just 48 hours. At the project’s inauguration in Kano, Abubakar Bichi, chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations and representative...

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Championing Ethical Procurement for a Future of Sustainable Growth
The recently concluded IFMA Global Africa Conference 2025 in Lagos served as a pivotal platform, uniting facility management experts, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

The recently concluded IFMA Global Africa Conference 2025 in Lagos served as a pivotal platform, uniting facility management experts, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa to engage in transformative discussions about the sector’s trajectory. A notable highlight was the presentation by David O. Korede, CEO of Bloom FM, a prominent Nigerian facility management firm. He...

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AIICO Insurance Launches Innovative Recycling Initiative to Build a Greener Tomorrow
AIICO Insurance Plc is intensifying its dedication to environmental stewardship through the launch of its ‘Recycling at AIICO Project.’ This initiative aims to curb the...

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2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

AIICO Insurance Plc is intensifying its dedication to environmental stewardship through the launch of its ‘Recycling at AIICO Project.’ This initiative aims to curb the generation of non-biodegradable waste, foster mindful consumption habits, and cultivate a workplace environment that champions sustainability at every level. Introduced in the final quarter of 2024, this project embodies AIICO’s...

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Federal Government Declares Green Economy and Decarbonisation as Cornerstones of Energy Transition Plan
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that the green economy, climate ambition, climate action, and decarbonisation remain pivotal elements in Nigeria’s energy transition strategy, emphasizing the...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

The Federal Government has reaffirmed that the green economy, climate ambition, climate action, and decarbonisation remain pivotal elements in Nigeria’s energy transition strategy, emphasizing the nation’s dedication to meeting its net zero objectives. Olamide Fagbuji, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Climate Technology and Operations, made these remarks in Abuja during the inaugural African...

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Canada, UNICEF, and Partners Deliver Life-Saving Solar-Powered Oxygen Plant to Kano
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the governments of Canada, Norway, and IHS Towers, has officially transferred a cutting-edge solar-powered oxygen generation...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the governments of Canada, Norway, and IHS Towers, has officially transferred a cutting-edge solar-powered oxygen generation facility to the Kano State government. During the commissioning ceremony held at Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital in Kano, UNICEF’s Nigeria representative, Ms. Wafaa Saeed, hailed the plant as “a symbol...

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Tinubu Calls on Extractive Firms to Lead the Charge in Low-Carbon Transition
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigeria’s extractive industries to embrace environmentally friendly and sustainable methods that align with the global shift towards cleaner...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigeria’s extractive industries to embrace environmentally friendly and sustainable methods that align with the global shift towards cleaner energy. Speaking at the International Conference on Petroleum, Environment, Solid Minerals and Security (ICPESMS 2025) held in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized the importance of adopting a low-carbon development path, implementing circular...

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UNICEF and Commonwealth Deliver Climate-Resilient Health and Education Facilities to Empower Jigawa
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), partnering with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), has officially transferred 11 climate-adaptive primary healthcare and...

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), partnering with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), has officially transferred 11 climate-adaptive primary healthcare and basic education centers to the government of Jigawa State. During the handover event held in Chamo town within Dutse local government area, Governor Umar Namadi expressed his appreciation for the...

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