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Ogun State Intensifies Agricultural Transformation to Enhance Food Security
OCT 18, 6:45 PM
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State is amplifying efforts to bolster food security in the region by implementing targeted support strategies for farmers. This initiative includes increasing mechanisation, embracing digital innovations, and making significant investments throughout the agricultural value chain.
Lagos Prepares to Host CAF 2026 Awards Amid Security and Logistics Focus
OCT 18, 6:15 PM
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has outlined key priorities as the city gears up to host the prestigious CAF 2026 Awards on December 7, emphasizing the importance of security, logistics, branding, and venue accessibility. The event promises to showcase African football's finest talents and achievements on a grand stage.
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Enugu Rangers Secure Late Victory Over MC Alger in CAF Champions League
OCTOBER 18, 5:15 PM•BY The Abuja Times
Enugu Rangers clinched a crucial 2-0 first-leg win against MC Alger, thanks to late goals from Kenneth Igboke and James Emo. This victory positions the Nigerian club favorably ahead of the upcoming return leg in Algeria.
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Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, faces serious corruption charges related to a controversial N1.3 billion contract awarded to a close associate. Testimonies reveal potential favoritism in the awarding of the Nigeria Air project, raising questions about governance and accountability in Nigeria's aviation sector.
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Nigeria's Economic Outlook Brightens as Fitch Upgrades Credit Rating
The Nigerian government has welcomed Fitch Ratings' decision to upgrade the country's credit outlook from Stable to Positive, attributing the change to improvements in foreign exchange reserves and economic reforms. This development signals growing confidence in Nigeria's economic recovery amid easing inflationary pressures.
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Nigeria's Shortlet Problem Isn't Finding a Property. It's Knowing What You're Actually Booking
As Nigeria's shortlet and furnished-apartment market expands, the bigger challenge is no longer access to properties but confidence in what is being advertised. Apaté is building a verification-first model designed to close that gap.
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Investigation Reveals 61 Nigerian Officials Connected to $271 Million US Real Estate Holdings
A recent inquiry has unveiled that 61 Nigerian officials are associated with substantial property investments in the United States, totaling $271 million. This revelation raises concerns about the flow of wealth from Nigerian elites into foreign markets and the implications for transparency in governance.
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On World Food Day, the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) emphasizes the critical importance of preserving indigenous seed varieties and supporting smallholder farmers for Nigeria's food security. The environmental organization advocates for a shift towards agroecology to enhance sustainable agricultural practices.
OCTOBER 18, 8:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times
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OCT 18, 2:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times
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