Research Institute produces Africa’s first Zinc-Biofortified rice seeds
The National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), Badeggi, has achieved a major milestone by producing Africa’s first early generation zinc-biofortified rice seeds, FARO 71 and FARO 72, and officially handing them over to HarvestPlus.
Demolition of Owo massacre cenotaph an insult to Christians, HURIWA slams Ondo govt
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has vehemently condemned the Ondo State government for the outrageous demolition of the cenotaph erected in memory of the victims of the Owo massacre.
Igbo lawyers laments rising insecurity, calls for state police
Perturbed by the rising level of insecurity in the country, the umbrella body of Igbo lawyers, Otu Oka-Iwu, Abuja branch, has urged the National Assembly to prioritize amendment of Section 214 of the 1999 Constitution to allow for State Police.
Don’t beg, honour any invitation, Wike urges Anyanwu
Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike at the weekend gave a rare insight into his admonition to the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, pledging to continue to stand by him.
Police in Anambra detain suspect who masterminded friend’s kidnap
The Police Command in Anambra says its operatives have apprehended and detained a 24-year-old man, Muanaenye Chekwube, who allegedly masterminded the kidnap of his friend.
SGF: Tinubu confident in me, has no intention of sacking me, says Akume
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume has described reports of his alleged removal by President Bola Tinubu, as fake, stating that the president has confidence in him and has no intention of sacking him.
