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Hunger, Poverty Fuelling National Security Threats – CDS - NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Philip Yatai

By Sumaila OgbajeThe Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, says hunger and poverty are no longer mere social challenges but have become national security threats. Musa stated this at the opening of the 14th National Security Seminar organised by the Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC), on Monday in Abuja.
Defence Minister Advocates Human-centered Security Approach, Enhanced Food Security

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Sumaila OgbajeThe Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammed Badaru, has advocated human-centred security approaches by addressing the root causes of insecurity, including unemployment, poverty, and social exclusion. Badaru made the call at the opening of the 14th National Security Seminar organised by the Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC), on Monday in Abuja.
Widows Are Not Property To Be Inherited- CAN Chairman

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Yahaya IsahThe Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger, Dr Bulus Yohanna, has condemned the practice of treating widows as property to be shared among relatives of their deceased husbands. Yohanna, who is also the Catholic Bishop of the Kontagora Diocese, made the remarks on Monday in Minna during the 2025 International Widows’ Day celebration, organised by the Women Wing of CAN in the state. He was represented at the event by his deputy, Rev. Joshua Marcus.
Agricultural Mechanisation: Tinubu Inaugurates 2,000 Tractors, Agricultural Implements

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Doris EsaPresident Bola Tinubu has inaugurated 2,000 advanced tractors and other agricultural equipment under the Renewed Hope Agricultural Mechanisation Programme of the Federal Government. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Renewed Hope Agenda prioritises agricultural mechanisation as a key driver of food security and rural economic growth.
FG Revenue Hits N6.9trn In Q1

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Nana MusaThe Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, says Federal Government revenue rose to N6.9 trillion in the first quarter. Edun made this known on Monday during the Citizens and Stakeholders’ Engagement on implementing President Bola Tinubu’s priorities for the second quarter, held in Abuja. He stated that the figure was higher than the N5.2 trillion recorded in the previous quarter, marking a 40 per cent increase.
Equity Market Opens Bullish With N279bn Gain

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

The positive performance was driven by increased investors interest in large capitalised stocks like Beta Glass, Champion Breweries, FTN Cocoa Processors and 43 other stocks. Specifically, the market capitalisation, which opened at N74.533 trillion, added 279 billion or 0.37 per cent to close at N74.812 trillion. The All-Share Index also gained 0.37 per cent or 441.43 points, to settle at 118,579.65 against 118,138.22 recorded on Friday.
SEREC Urges FG To Impose Taxes On Unreturned Container In Ports

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Diana OmuezaThe Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) has urged the Federal Government to impose taxes on empty unreturned containers especially rickety ones to decongest the ports. Mr Eugene Nweke, Head Researcher at SEREC, made the call at a news conference on Monday in Abuja. Nweke said that imposition of taxes or fees on empty unreturned containers was in line with global shipping laws and practices to reduce container dumping, enhance safe environment and boost revenue.
180 Students To Participate In National Swimming Championships In Lagos

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Vivian AhanmisiNo fewer than 180 students are expected to participate in the 2025 National Swimming Championships, organised by the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF). Funsho Usman, Secretary-General, NSSF, said on Monday that 30 students were expected to represent each of the six geo-political zones of the country at the championships scheduled to begin on Tuesday at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. “We have so far registered 57 students this morning,” he said.
Egypt, Tunisia Arrive For African Fencing Championships

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Vivian AhanmisiEgypt and Tunisia, two African fencing powerhouses, have arrived in Nigeria for the 23rd African Fencing Championships, holding at Charterhouse Lagos from June 25 – 29. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the five-day, 12-event tournament will feature top fencers from across Africa, competing for 12 gold medals in individual and team events. Egypt, the most decorated African nation in fencing, has arrived with the largest squad.
Widowhood Is A Cause Worth Supporting, Not A Curse – Mrs Soludo - NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

4 days ago | nannews.ng | Magdalene Ukuedojor

By Lucy Osuizigbo-OkechukwuWife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has urged Nigerians to see widowhood as a cause worth supporting rather than a curse, by taking actions to empower widows in the society. Soludo, Convener of Healthy Living Initiative, made the call in a message on Monday in Awka, to mark the 2025 International Widows’ Day, with the theme: ‘’Empower Her: From Loss to Leadership’’.