Author: Godwin Anyebe

FMN Kicks Off 4th Edition of Innovation Prize, Spotlighting Livestock Farming

…Reports Over 50% Business Growth Among Past Winners Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN), a leading Pan-African food and agro-allied company, has opened applications for the fourth edition of its FMN Prize for Innovation (PFI). This year’s theme, “Innovative Practices in Livestock Farming in Nigeria,” highlights FMN’s commitment to promoting[Read More…]

Chevron Reaffirms Commitment to Socio-Economic Development in Delta State

By Francis Sadhere, Warri Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), the operator of the joint venture between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and CNL (NNPCL/CNL JV), has reaffirmed its dedication to the socio-economic development of communities surrounding its operations in Delta State. This commitment was reiterated during a visit by[Read More…]

Protesters Block East-West Road in Delta Over Marginalization in NDDC Appointment

By Francis Sadhere Warri Protesters in Delta State blocked the East-West Road in Ughelli on Wednesday morning, demanding the appointment of a Delta State indigene as the next Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The demonstration caused significant disruption to vehicular movement as protesters gathered with placards[Read More…]

FG Committed To Reducing Food Prices Through Agricultural Investments – Information Minister

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to lowering the cost of food commodities through massive investments in agricultural production. Idris stated this in Abuja at a press briefing to kick-start the Ministerial Briefing Session for 2025. He emphasized that while the[Read More…]

Cargo Movement From Apapa Lagos To Moniya, Ibadan Kicks Off

The Executive Secretary/CEO of Nigerian Shippers Council, Akutah Pius Ukeyima, Esq., MON, FCILT, FInsTA, Ph.D., attended the flag-off ceremony for the Standard Gauge Rail, which facilitates cargo movement from Apapa Lagos to Moniya in Ibadan, Oyo State. This significant partnership between APM Terminals and the Nigeria Railway corporation will enhance[Read More…]

Coalition Launch Internet Rights, Freedoms publications on digital rights in Africa

…To promote, defend digital rights across continent. The African Declaration on Internet Rights and Freedoms (AfDec) Coalition has announced the launch of two landmark publications as part of activities commemorating the 10th year of existence of the Declaration. The publications take stock of the impact of the instrument and signal[Read More…]

African Ambassadors mourn death of ex-Nambia president, late Nujoma

African Ambassadors mourn death of ex-Nambia president, late Nujomahe League of African Ambassadors is deeply saddened by the passing of Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s founding president, who died on Saturday at the age of 95. Nujoma was a renowned revolutionary, anti-apartheid activist, and politician who played a pivotal role in Namibia’s[Read More…]

Lekki- Epe International Airport To Decongest MMA- Sanwo-Olu

The Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has explained the importance of the Lekki-Epe International Airport in the economic development of the state. Sanwo-Olu noted that when fully operational, the Lekki- Epe International Airport will decongest the existing Muritala Muhammed International Airport, unlock new opportunities for businesses to strive and would[Read More…]

Governor Alex Otti Set To Flag-Off Construction Of Two New Roads

In continuation of his infrastructural development agenda across Abia State, His Excellency, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, will officially flag-off the construction of two roads on Wednesday, 12th February 2025. The flag-off ceremony for the first of two roads , the 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete-Umuoha- Oberete-Akirika Obu Road will be held at the[Read More…]

FG Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Empowerment and Economic Growth

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reiterated the Federal Government’s dedication to economic stability, investment, and youth empowerment. He gave this assurance during a courtesy visit by the Arewa Youth Forum (AYF). Leading the delegation, National President Ahmed Mohammed Zagi commended the Ministry’s[Read More…]