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The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Eritrea have bolstered their collaboration to drive sustainable growth and development in the nation. The AfDB is supporting Eritrea in various sectors such as energy, water and sanitation, agriculture, skills development, and economic governance. The bank's president, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, emphasized the importance of prioritizing agro-industrialization and proposed the bank's Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones initiative for transforming rural communities into prosperous economic zones. Eritrea's president, Isaias Afwerki, expressed gratitude for the bank's strategic role in the country's development and called for more resources to strengthen the institution's support for Africa's priorities.
The Ahmed Bola Tinubu administration in Nigeria is prioritizing domestic health financing, industrialization, and improved health outcomes. Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirms the administration's commitment to repositioning Nigeria's healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of increased domestic financing for health and promoting health industrialization. Global Health Partners, including the Global Fund, US President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the US President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), express their support and commitment to working with the Tinubu administration towards these goals. The visit coincides with the commemoration of the US government's 20 years of support to Nigeria's fight against HIV/AIDS through the PEPFAR initiative.
Nigeria has awarded contracts to 42 companies to capture and monetize gas that is released as a byproduct of oil production. The country aims to reduce gas flaring, which costs it approximately $1 billion in lost revenue each year. The successful bidders will develop 49 sites in the oil-producing Niger Delta. Gas flares pose health hazards to communities and contribute to global warming. This move highlights Nigeria's commitment to addressing environmental concerns while harnessing its energy resources for economic growth.
Nigeria's Vice President office has initiated a partnership with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to improve the economy and create jobs. The interventions will benefit 1.3 million people across 17 states and the Federal Capital Territory. These measures aim to fulfill the government's commitment to job creation and economic diversification, with MSMEs playing crucial roles. Various initiatives, including the establishment of shared centers, installation of solar panels, and the development of fashion hubs and furniture clusters, will contribute to this goal.
Nigeria has received a $163 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to support the scaling up of wheat production in the country. The government aims to cultivate 250,000 hectares of wheat during the next cropping season as part of its wheat self-sufficiency drive. This loan is a significant boost to Nigeria's agriculture sector and its efforts to enhance food security for its growing population.
Terrorists attacked a town in Taraba state, Nigeria, killing two Christians, injuring several others, and kidnapping six individuals. This incident adds to the ongoing wave of violence and persecution against Christians in the country.
Terrorists in Nigeria's Taraba state killed two Christians and kidnapped six others in an early morning attack. This incident adds to the rising cases of violence and religious persecution in the country, where Christians are targeted by various militant groups. Nigeria leads the world in Christians killed for their faith, making it one of the most dangerous places to be a Christian.
The Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) emphasizes the importance of safeguarding bank details to protect customers from falling victim to electronic fraud. They have initiated a nationwide sensitization campaign titled "Shine Your Eye, No Fall Mugu" to educate Nigerians on the various forms of e-fraud and how to prevent them. NCC's efforts aim to empower individuals with the necessary knowledge to protect themselves in modern-day electronic and financial transactions.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announces significant contraband seizures worth N1.8 billion in its Seme area command. The seized items include rice, petrol, assorted goods, cannabis, Tramadol, ecstasy, cigarettes, and more. The command has already exceeded its revenue target for 2023, collecting N1.9 billion. The Customs leadership, staff, and stakeholders are commended for their efforts.
A Catholic seminary student was burned to death in a failed kidnapping attempt by Fulani terrorists in Nigeria. The attack occurred in the rectory of St. Raphael's Catholic Church, in southern Kaduna state. The bandits set the house on fire when they were unable to enter it, resulting in the tragic death of the seminary student. The incident highlights the ongoing Christian persecution and lack of security in the area.
Former Nigerian national football team coach, Christian Chukwu, criticizes the decision of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to extend the contract of Super Eagles' coach, Jose Peseiro. Chukwu believes Peseiro's underwhelming performance and lack of success during his first term do not justify the renewal. He questions the NFF's judgment and expresses concern about the ultimatum given to the coach for the upcoming African Cup of Nations.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has allocated 1,386 seats for Oyo State for the 2024 Hajj Exercise, as announced by the Chairman of Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare's Board, Sheikh Hashim AbdulWahab Olamide Atere. The Board is now preparing for the upcoming Hajj and has urged intending pilgrims to start making deposits.
9mobile, the Nigerian telecom giant, recently held a networking and business mentorship program at the University of Ilorin, where they emphasized the importance of building personal brands for future business and career growth. Students were given insights on personal branding, target audience identification, brand consistency, and the need to network and build relationships. The event also featured sessions on leveraging digital tools and expanding side hustles. Read on to learn more about the key takeaways from the event.
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesome Wike, has expressed concerns over the agreement entered into by government officials in the N85 billion affordable housing project in Abuja. He queried the arrangement that allowed developers to build and sell affordable housing without any benefit to the government, suggesting that the government should receive 10% of the proceeds while the private sector takes 90%. With N21 billion already paid and N64 billion outstanding, the project has only achieved 24.5% completion after nine years.
A resident of the El-Rufai Estate in Abuja, Nigeria, has been kidnapped by suspected bandits, marking the fifth kidnapping in the region in recent months. The incident has raised concerns about the increasing insecurity in Nigeria and the need for stronger security measures. Local communities await governmental action to address the issue.
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