…Govt is unserious, say experts …Want state governments’ buy-in …Impact not felt – Prof Amalu Nearly two years after the federal government declared a state of emergency on food security, experts say the food crisis has worsened rather than improved. ...
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Nigeria Facing Hunger Epidemic – Stakeholders
It is no longer news that Nigerians are facing hard times and the need for more proactive measures to address the situation of hunger in the country cannot come at a more appropriate time than now. The recent stampedes recorded ...
Read More »FG Declares Initiative For Agric Inputs Distribution
The federal government has announced a new initiative, “Operation Empty the Store,” which aims to distribute all stored agricultural equipment and inputs to farmers to ensure their immediate use. The move is part of the government’s plan to ensure that ...
Read More »Yuletide: Accountant General of AKS Distributes Christmas Largesse to Communities
The Permanent Secretary and Accountant General of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Uwem Andrew-Essien has put smiles on the faces of the people of Awa Ward Six in ONNA Local Government Area, being a yearly tradition to give back to the ...
Read More »Experts Differ Over Safety Of GMO Foods
…Their resistance to pests, collateral damage to health – Prof Amalu …They improve yield, provide needed nutrients – Dr Gidado …GMO foods are safe, FG insists Amid growing concern and controversy, food safety experts are now divided on Genetically Modified ...
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