By Raymond Enoch The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is intensifying efforts to enhance collaboration with member states in the lead-up to the African Forum for Research and Innovation (FARI) 2025. This follows the conclusion of a key meeting in Cotonou, Benin, on March 19, where significant recommendations were made to ensure the […]
By Ify Onyekwere The Government Secondary School Kuje marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on February 19, 2025, shifting from the usual December 3rd date to align with its academic calendar. The event themed “The Importance of Inclusive Inclusion in the Actualization of Sustainable Development,” emphasized that every individual, regardless of physical or
By Ify Onyekwere In a call to action, Nigerian youth took the center stage at the Youth Action Event – High-Level Debriefing for the Summit of the Future, organized by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The event, themed “The Youth Are Here,” highlighted the growing influence of young people in shaping policies and driving
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By Ify Onyekwere On a recent episode of The Development Report radio show, Engr. Onyekachi Darlington Hezekiah, an expert in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), shed light on the importance of decent work and its role in fostering sustainability. Speaking on the topic, Decent Work Through Social Responsibility, he emphasized
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By Ify Onyekwere Children and youth from secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, gathered in an inspiring display of intellectual and creative prowess at the 2024 Green Christmas Debate and Choral Competitions, a platform aimed at promoting sustainable practices during the festive season. The event, organized by Dr Chimere Ohajinwa, brought to the
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By Fasomo Micheal For the first time in over 3 decades, poets in the home of hospitality have gathered to celebrate the State’s vibrant poetry culture. They came armed – not with swords and sophisticated weapons, but with beautiful lines that resonated with their unique personalities. They came ready and prepared to thrill their audience with
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By Ify Onyekwere Climate change poses an increasingly serious challenge in Nigeria, where agriculture is one of the backbone of the economy and supports about 70% of the people. This is important for Nigeria’s smallholder farmers, who mostly depend on rain-fed agriculture. As rainfall patterns become more variable, farmers confront increased challenges in planning and
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By Fasomo Micheal The leather and leather products industry plays a prominent role in the world’s economy. UNIDO (2011) estimated that world leather export is dominated by developing countries, while developed countries dominate the export of Finished Leather Products. The global estimate of leather production is about 23 billion square feet annually. Asia accounts for
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By Fasomo Micheal Kastina Inner Wheel Development Initiative (KIWDI) has teamed up with Jobberman to develop the capacity of 200 female entrepreneurs in Katsina State. The Entrepreneurship Capacity Building Workshop and Soft Skill Acquisition was aimed at helping female entrepreneurs in the state thrive in their various businesses. The workshop covered core business fundamentals. From business
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By Fasomo Micheal Mercy Corps, in collaboration with the Katsina State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, has convened a two-day youth dialogue to create awareness and promote youth peace and security in the state. The event brought together critical stakeholders and youth drawn from Katsina Metropolis and the local governments affected by bandits; they
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