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Experts in the field of agriculture have recommended increased collaborative efforts of agricultural research institutes as a way of mitigating effects of climate change, in order to ensure food security in Nigeria.  The professionals…

The University of Ibadan Health Service (UHS), in collaboration with the Oyo State Ministry of Health, has advocated increased food safety and hygiene in the university community. This was declared during a one-day workshop, organised…

Communities within the Federal Capital Territory FCT and beyond have been called upon to desist from improper bush/waste burning and building on drainages for its negative effects to the environment. The Director Forecasting Response and…

In light of the global food insecurity crisis, the Nigerian Women for Agricultural Progress group NWAP has called on the federal government and other stakeholders to work together towards achieving sustainable agricultural…

The Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has called on residents and business owners in the state capital, Asaba, and its environs to desist from indiscriminate dumping of refuse to prevent disease outbreaks. The…

Geoffrey Van Leeuwen, Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands has urged Nigerians to embrace high-tech agriculture to achieve food security and self-sufficiency. The minister made this statement during…

The Amalgamated Union of Foodstuff and Cattle Dealers of Nigeria (AUFCDN) has voiced dissatisfaction over the excessive taxes imposed on its members along the South-South and Southeast highways. During a meeting in Enugu aimed at…

The Environment Aware and Restoration Network (EARN), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has called on stakeholders to pay attention to restoring environmental pollution challenges in oil producing areas. The Chief Executive Officer…

The Imo Government has begun massive desilting of drains in Owerri and its environs ahead of the return of this year’s rainy season. The Director of Operations, Imo State Waste Management Company (ISWAMAC), Mr Ugochukwu Aghazie, said…

The Federal Government and State Governments have reiterated commitment to increase food production and ensure food security in the country. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari stated this when Gov.…