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President Tinubu Unveils Strategy to Modernise Irrigation and Involve Youths in Agriculture
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s determination to achieve food security in Nigeria by modernising the country’s irrigation infrastructure and actively involving young people in agriculture.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, during the opening ceremony of the 6th African Regional Conference on Irrigation and Drainage in Abuja, Tinubu called on African nations to adopt innovative irrigation and water management solutions to secure the continent’s agricultural future.
The President highlighted Nigeria’s potential, citing over 3.1 million hectares of irrigable land across major river basins such as the Niger and Benue. He expressed confidence that harnessing these resources could significantly enhance agricultural output and food availability.
Tinubu noted that youth engagement is central to his government’s development plans. He pointed to initiatives like the Young Professionals Forum, which focuses on integrating geospatial technologies and artificial intelligence to promote sustainable irrigated farming.
Also speaking at the event, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, showcased the success of the Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING) project, which has revived key irrigation schemes in areas such as Dadin-Kowa and Bakolori, with the Middle Rima Valley project nearing completion.
Utsev announced the forthcoming launch of a new initiative, the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) project, in collaboration with the World Bank. This program aims to build on TRIMING’s achievements while expanding private sector participation.
He revealed that over 153,000 hectares of irrigable land have already been developed through the efforts of the River Basin Development Authorities, positioning the country for sustainable agricultural advancement.
The ongoing conference will feature technical sessions, policy dialogues, and exhibitions showcasing cutting-edge irrigation technologies. Participants will also explore topics such as participatory irrigation management, cross-border water governance, and strategies to combat the impacts of climate change and flooding on agricultural productivity.
A participant of Pastor Jerry Eze’s popular online prayer broadcast, New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD), named Sandra Okpara, has taken to social media to appeal for help in recovering a mistaken bank transfer.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a viral video detailing the incident, Sandra explained that hours after participating in the morning service, taking communion, and paying her regular offering, she attempted to fund a voucher purchase by transferring N1,640,200 to her personal Zenith Bank account. Instead, the heavy sum was erroneously sent to the church account.
Making a public appeal to anyone with contacts at Streams of Joy International, the single mother of two stressed that the funds do not belong to her and that the rightful owners have already begun demanding the money.
Esther Umoh, a media aide to Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi, has strongly refuted claims that peaceful protesters were behind the recent violent assault on their convoy in Benue State. Speaking out via a statement on her official X account, Umoh alleged that the Special Assistant on Youth to the Benue State Governor was actively embedded with the thugs who launched the attack along the Gboko-Makurdi Expressway in Makurdi. According to her account, the incident unfolded shortly after Obi touched down in the state capital while en route to Yelwata to extend condolences and assess communities devastated by the deadly June 13, 2025 attack.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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“‘I Deeply Regret My Words’: Borno Commissioner Backtracks And Apologizes For Controversial ‘Break Finger’ Remark”
The Borno State Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation, Youths and Sports, Hon. Saina Buba, has formally retracted and apologized for a controversial statement he made during a public engagement hosted by the City Boy Movement in Maiduguri. The commissioner had previously drawn intense public backlash and criticism following remarks where he threatened, “Whoever shows us a finger, we will show him a finger… Whoever dares to show us a finger again, we will break his finger.” Although he initially defended the comment by claiming it was not directed at the opposition and asserted that an apology was unnecessary, the commissioner has since reversed his stance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During a press briefing with journalists at his office in Maiduguri, Hon. Buba completely withdrew the remark and issued an apology to anyone offended by the rhetoric. He explicitly noted that his words were never meant to infringe upon or undermine the constitutional rights of Borno State citizens regarding their freedom of choice and association under the Nigerian Constitution. Furthermore, he clarified that his statements were not meant to be interpreted literally, but due to the ongoing public anxiety and concern, a formal retraction was necessary.
The commissioner also emphasized that his fiery rhetoric does not reflect the core principles of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or the governance style and administration of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum. He reiterated that the state government stays firmly dedicated to safeguarding the rights of all residents and upholding democratic values.
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