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Agriculture

NGO to empower 100 persons in aquaponic farming, smart ranches in Benue

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This initiative tackles Nigeria’s farmer-herder conflicts and climate vulnerability by introducing two integrated, climate-smart livelihood models: water-efficient aquaponic farming for home-based food production and community-managed mini ranches to replace open grazing. Funded by the UK FCDO, the project strategically targets 100 beneficiaries in Benue and Katsina states, with a deliberate focus on empowering the most vulnerable groups—women, youth, and persons with disabilities—who are disproportionately affected by resource conflicts. By

General News

NGO hails Sokoto Govt. for allocating N100.6m HIV intervention 

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Sokoto State’s landmark allocation of N100.6 million for HIV/AIDS kits directly addresses a critical funding crisis triggered by the recent halt in U.S. foreign aid, safeguarding essential medicines and services. This success is attributed to effective local advocacy by networks like NEPWHAN, demonstrating the vital role of domestic stakeholder pressure. The situation underscores an urgent need for sustainable community-owned healthcare systems and increased local government partnership to reduce dependency on volatile international aid. Ultimately, this proactive state-level response provides a

Economy/Business

Budget: Enugu Govt. earmarks N10bn equity for 135.4km rail project

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Enugu State is executing a transformative, multi-modal transport strategy anchored by a major 135.5km intra-state rail project, backed by a N10 billion equity commitment in its 2026 budget. This vision extends beyond rail to aggressively expand its state-owned airline and develop Enugu into a regional aviation and logistics hub. Concurrently, the administration is making parallel strategic investments exceeding N83 billion in large-scale agricultural industrialization and mechanization to ensure food security and economic diversification. The budget’s 80

General News

Police nab man for alleged murder of nursing mother, baby in Katsina 

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A suspect has been apprehended for the brutal murder of a nursing mother and her infant in Katsina, a crime stemming from a paternity dispute. The suspect confessed to conspiring with an accomplice to lure and kill the victims before disposing of their bodies. This case highlights how personal disputes can escalate into extreme violence, posing a severe challenge to community safety. Police are pursuing the second suspect and have vowed to deliver justice, underscoring the incident’s gravity and the ongoing threat posed by the individual still

Economy/Business

Court strikes out liquidation suit against Dantata & Sawoe after $1.4m debt settlement

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A major Nigerian construction firm, Dantata & Sawoe, narrowly avoided court-ordered liquidation by making a last-minute $1.4 million payment to settle a subcontracting debt, demonstrating the severe and immediate legal consequences for corporate payment defaults. The case underscores that courts will enforce drastic measures like appointing liquidators when companies fail to meet obligations, even after being granted extensions. Crucially, the resolution highlights that such existential threats can be averted through full debt settlement, which prompts creditors to

General News

Bauchi Governor mourns former NAN editor

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Iliya Habila’s legacy demonstrates that the core principles of journalistic integrity—courage, professionalism, and a commitment to truth—are directly transferable and critically valuable in public governance. His career uniquely bridges media and local government leadership, proving that ethical journalism provides a powerful foundation for accountable administration and community development. His life offers a model for how individuals can strengthen democracy by upholding these values across both professions, enriching public discourse while driving tangible local progress. This synthesis of roles underscores a vital,

General News

UN harps on investing in rights, reaping stronger nation

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The United Nations asserts that strategic investment in human rights awareness is a foundational driver for national development, not merely a moral imperative. A critical insight is that effective rights advocacy hinges on leveraging Nigeria’s powerful creative and digital storytelling ecosystem—from social media to traditional arts—to translate legal concepts into accessible, viral narratives. The core conclusion is that empowering citizens begins with making them aware of their rights, a necessary first step to dismantle apathy born from past governance failures. Therefore, the path to a stronger

General News

Eliminate quacks, reverse building collapse trend,FG, CORBON, charge 436 inductees

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The Nigerian government and its building regulatory council (CORBON) are mobilizing newly licensed professionals as frontline agents to eradicate quackery and halt the nation’s epidemic of building collapses. This strategy positions certified builders as the essential guardians of structural integrity and public safety, responsible for enforcing strict standards and ethical practices on all projects. The initiative is backed by new federal regulations on professional practice and construction site safety, creating a stronger policy framework for accountability. Ultimately, the success of this effort hinges on these induct

Education

Educationist harps on vocational training to boost students’ future prospects

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To combat youth unemployment and drive national economic growth, Nigeria must urgently integrate robust vocational training into secondary education, moving beyond a sole focus on academics. Early exposure to practical skills provides students with alternative career pathways and allows them to discover their strengths, better preparing them for diverse future opportunities. The proven models of nations like China and Japan, which embed skill acquisition from early childhood, demonstrate how this approach fuels technological advancement and economic resilience. Therefore, a systemic government-led overhaul of school curricula to prioritize this dual-track

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