Agriculture
BPE lists 91 federal assets for sale to boost economy and attract investors
The Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) has announced plans to privatise or commercialise 91 federal government-owned assets across key sectors of the economy, in a fresh bid to attract investment, unlock efficiency, and reduce the burden of managing loss-making enterprises. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the Director-General of BPE, Ayodeji Gbeleyi, […]
Vietnam, Nigeria push for closer trade, agriculture ties
Vietnam has expressed its readiness to deepen bilateral ties with Nigeria in trade, agriculture, security, and education, describing the two nations as natural partners with untapped economic potential. Speaking in Abuja during events marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution and the founding of its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Nigeria, […]
Japan Logs Record-Breaking Temperatures Amid Climate Concerns
Japan has recorded its highest temperatures in a single day, reaching 41.6 degrees Celsius (106.8 degrees Fahrenheit) and 41.8C (107.2F), according to the country’s Meteorological Agency. These record-breaking temperatures surpass the previous high of 41.2C (106.2F) observed in the western Hyogo region last month. The scorching heat has prompted heatstroke alerts in 44 of Japan’s […]
Plateau’s Mutfwang: “We Haven’t Forgotten Our IDPs”
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has issued a powerful message of hope and assurance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) within the state, reaffirming that they remain a priority for his administration despite the numerous challenges faced over the past two years. Speaking during a statewide broadcast marking his second year in office, the governor […]
Economic Cooperation: Nigeria-Belgium Set to Strengthen Ties
Nigeria and Belgium are set to bolster their economic ties, with a focus on strengthening cooperation in agriculture and food security. This development was announced by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Tuesday. According to Edun, Nigeria’s improving economy, declining inflation, and increased savings in the federation account […]