African seed industry taken over by local companies — Report
From production of 600 tons of seed in its first year in 2006, Maslaha Seeds has grown rapidly over the years producing thousands of tons of seed each year for a wide menu of crop varieties, including high-yield sorghum, millet, and cowpea developed specifically for Nigeria’s growing conditions.
Insecurity: Borno NUT advocates insurance for teachers
The Borno branch of Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called for insurance cover for teachers in both private and public schools in order to boost their morale for higher productivity.
Boko Haram kills 29 again in Wednesday morning attack
At least 29 people were killed in Chukungudoua village of Gamboru Ngala Local Government Area of Borno state when some suspected group of Boko Haram terrorists laid ambush on Wednesday morning.
Banky W advises celebrities to support right candidates at elections
A popular musician, Banky W, on Thursday advised celebrities to support candidates that had the interest of the people at heart during the coming general elections.
D’banj, Miley Cyrus others to perform at 2014 World Music Awards
Nigerian-born musician “D’banj”, has been listed as one of the world music stars to perform at the 2014 World Music Awards (WMA) ceremony.
Prince Charles comments provokes diplomatic dispute with Russia
May 22Prince Charles’s comparison of Vladimir Putin with Nazi leader Adolf Hitler triggered a diplomatic row on Thursday when Moscow scolded the heir to the British throne.
