Controversy Erupts Over Government’s New Food Reserve Announcement

Abdulraheem muhammed olarewaju In an attempt to solve food insecurity and stabilize food prices, the federal government has proposed a new project to restock the National Strategic Food Reserve System. Aliyu Abdullahi, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, made this announcement during the International Food Policy Research Institute and Global Alliance for […]

Olowu of Kuta Appeals Tinubu to Support Dangote Refinery

The Olowu of Kuta, Oba Adekunle Makama Oyelude, has called for government intervention to support the Dangote Refinery, emphasizing its importance for Nigeria’s economic independence and job creation.  In a statement released yesterday, Oba Makama Oyelude stressed the significance of the refinery, which aims to produce and export petrol, potentially saving Nigeria substantial foreign exchange. […]

Mixed Reactions as Enugu Starts Building an International Motor Spare Parts Market

Abdulraheem muhammed olarewaju The Enugu State Government has commenced the construction of a new International Motor Spare Parts and Allied Trades Market at 9th Mile, near Enugu, along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.  This initiative, revealed by Dr. Sam Ogbu-Nwobodo, the Managing Director of the Enugu State Investment Development Authority, took place during a meeting with the […]

FG’s Import Strategy Sparks Debate on Agricultural Sustainability

The Federal Government’s recent decision to permit extensive food importation could have dire consequences for Nigeria’s agriculture sector, warned Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group.  Speaking at a retreat organized by the African Primates of the Anglican Church in Abuja, Dr. Adesina emphasized the need for Nigeria to produce more food […]