Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Food Security: Gombe announces more subsidies on fertilizer to encourage food production The government of Gombe State has announced a further reduction in the price of fertilizer which was being sold for N19,000 to farmers in the state. This was announced by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi in a statement that was issued by Ismaila Uba Misilli the Director General (DG) Press Affairs Government House, Gombe. According to Misilli, the SSG who announced the new measure on behalf of Governor Yahaya disclosed that the fertilizer is to be sold for N15,000 per bag. He…

Women in Conservation: Challenging stereotypes and making a difference in wildlife protection Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ) – Zambia Pie Aerts Women and the community are slowly but surely forming an essential part of Zambia’s wildlife protection forces. As part of Kufadza, Zambia’s first all-female anti-poaching community scout unit, I am proud to be part of this transition, impacting women’s involvement in the conservation landscape across the African continent. According to recent figures, only 11% of wildlife rangers are female. Most factors limiting women’s equal participation in rangering are universal. In other words, gender norms have deep cultural roots and ingrained…

Russia’s shocking promise to transform Africa sparks hope across the continent   Museveni shakes hands with Putin at the Russia-Africa Summit • Russia’s astonishing commitment during the Second Russia-Africa Summit sparks hope and optimism across the continent. • President Putin pledges transformative partnership, emphasising political, economic, and humanitarian cooperation. • Despite challenges, trade between Russia and Africa reached 18 billion USD, igniting expectations for a brighter future with increased collaboration. In a groundbreaking move, the Second Russia-Africa Summit and Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum witnessed an astonishing commitment from Russia that has sent waves of hope and optimism across the…

LinkedIn seems to be planning an AI ‘coach’ to assist you with job searching, applications, and researching a company’s culture Another AI-powered tool may be on the way to help with job hunting. LinkedIn seems to be planning the release of an AI “coach” to assist users with job searching, applications, and researching things like a company’s culture. • LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job coach, according to web developer Nima Owji.Moor Studio/Getty Images Plus LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job coach, according to web developer Nima Owji.Moor Studio/Getty Images Plus LinkedIn may be developing an AI-powered job…

To Consolidate Market Position, Dangote Sugar, NASCON, Dangote Rice Merge to Form N553bn Company In a bid to consolidate its market position and harness future opportunities, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, yesterday in Lagos announced the merger between it, NASCON Allied Industries Plc and Dangote Rice Limited. In a statement to the Nigerian Exchange Limited yesterday, the company said the proposed merger would be an internal restructuring executed through a Scheme of Merger, under Section 711 of the Companies & Allied Matters Act, 2020 (as amended) and other applicable rules and regulations. Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc and NASCON Allied Industries Plc…

Alba Targets Trophies After Re-Uniting With Messi In Miami Spain full-back Jordi Alba says he is targeting more trophies after re-uniting with former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets at Inter Miami. Alba is available for a possible Inter Miami debut in Wednesday’s Leagues Cup match against Florida rivals Orlando City after arriving in Miami at the weekend. The 34-year-old won five Spanish league titles and a Champions League title during his time with Barca and a European Championship and Nations League with Spain. “I have come here to compete, to win everything,” Alba told a press conference after…

Naira in circulation rises by 87% to ₦2.6 trillion in 6 months CIC is an important measure of a country’s money supply. The Currency In Circulation (CIC) recorded in June 2023 was the highest recorded so far for the year as it climbed to ₦2.6 trillion. The amount indicates an increase of 87.05% in six months from ₦1.39 trillion recorded in January 2023. According to the data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), there was a fluctuation in the CIC recorded in the first quarter of 2023 (Q1). As of January 2023, the CIC stood at ₦1.39 trillion and…

Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ is the 5th Nigerian to be longlisted for a Booker Prize, here are 4 others Ayobami Adebayo has been longlisted for the Booker Prize, making her the fifth Nigerian to be longlisted. Who are the others? The Booker Prize is given each year to the best novel written in English and published in the United Kingdom or Ireland. Authors are nominated for the prize based on their quality and dedication to promoting art and literature. Originally, the prize was exclusively open to citizens of the Commonwealth, Ireland, South Africa, and later Zimbabwe. However, in 2014, the eligibility criteria…

Fans reacts to Regina Daniels’ outfit to senators’ wives’ meeting Actress Regina Daniels has earned widespread praise from her fans for her stylish appearance at the executive council meeting of the Senator’s Wives Association. The event, which took place on Monday, was hosted by Mrs. Ekaette Akpabio, wife of the Senate President of Nigeria and the President of the council. In an Instagram post, Regina shared a series of photos from the gathering, showcasing her elegant ensemble and winning the hearts of her followers. Regina’s impeccable fashion sense and grace garnered admiration as she graced the high-profile occasion. The primary…

Drama as Senators screen El-Rufai There was uproar in the Senate Tuesday as former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai appeared for screening as a ministerial nominee of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu After El-Rufai introduced himself, some senators argued that the former governor should be accorded the privilege of ‘bow and go’ which was given to former governors and ministers already screened. Some of the Senators praised El-Rufai, noting that the former governor has an enviable record of achievements in all the positions he has held. However, a senator from Kogi State Sunday Karimi threw spanner in the works when after…