The Federal Government has revealed its plans to introduce a comprehensive programme aimed at fostering gender equality and empowering women nationwide. Dubbed the “Gender Education, Engagement, Empowerment, and Entrepreneurship Programme” (GEEEEP), this initiative targets the multifaceted challenges faced by women and girls in Nigeria. According to Sunday Asefon, Senior […]
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In collaboration with Green Agriculture West Africa Limited (GAWAL), a subsidiary of the Chinese General Construction Company (CGC), the Federal Government is empowering 5,000 women farmers across states with training in modern rice technology and diverse farming practices. Read Also: Empowering Women Farmers in Nepal Barrister Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, the Minister […]
The Federal Government has urged the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to shift the prevailing perception of the organization solely being associated with penalties and fines. During a recent visit to the commission, Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, emphasized the need for the NBC to prioritize […]
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has announced its intention to raise N23 billion from local investors. The funds will be used to support Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as part of the bank’s primary goal. This announcement follows the successful oversubscription of the initial N20 billion issuance under […]
The Federal Government in a service-wide circular directs all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of government to comply with the provisions of the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) on 7th November 2022. The Circular was signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Boss Mustapha, and is […]