Empowering Africa's narrative: Obiaya to speak on confidence and trade - NaijaAgroNet

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The Dean of the School of Media and Communication at Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Dr. Ikechukwu Obiaya, is set to deliver a keynote address at the upcoming webinar, "Reclaiming Africa's Narrative: Stories that Drive Confidence and Trade" reports NaijaAgroNet.

The webinar, NaijaAgroNet gathered, is aimed at reshaping the narrative around Africa's perception, focusing on stories that promote confidence and trade.

WeekendSalvo: Song for the Lagoon by Remmy Nweke - NaijaAgroNet

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The Lagos I grew up in sang with a different rhythm. Not the constant, honking chorus of traffic we have today, but the gentle lapping of the lagoon against the sand, a melody that whispered stories of fishermen and traders. 

Our backyard faced the water, and I knew every shade of its blue, from the deep sapphire of the clear morning to the shimmering gold at sunset. I was Ejaluku, and the lagoon was my silent companion, as the "fish of the gods."

Can Lagos Breathe? Navigating megacity's urgent environmental challenge asks Remmy Nweke - NaijaAgroNet

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Lagos, Nigeria's economic hub, is grappling with severe environmental challenges due to its rapid growth as one of the world's fastest-growing world megacity. The city faces multifaceted environmental sanitation issues, impacting the health and well-being of its residents.

The city's daily waste generation exceeds 13,000 metric tonnes, with a significant portion remaining uncollected. Air pollution levels are 5-7 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended levels, resulting in an estimated 11,200 premature deaths in 2018.

Nigeria's Alarming Malnutrition Crisis: Why Death Toll Exceeds War-Torn Palestine by Elvis Eromosele - NaijaAgroNet

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At the end of July 2025, the world was shocked to learn that 169 people, including 93 children, had died of malnutrition in Palestine since the outbreak of the devastating war with Israel. For context, the war has gone on actively for close to two years. Tragic and painful as this figure is, it is utterly dwarfed by a chilling statistic from Nigeria: over 652 children have died from malnutrition in Katsina State alone, and that’s just in the first half of 2025.

This jarring incongruity provokes a bleak and sobering question: How can a nation not technically in war end up outpacing a war zone in deaths due to hunger and malnutrition?

Nestlé urges media: Data, context key to unlocking food, environment solutions - NaijaAgroNet

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Nigerian nutritional, health, agricultural and environmental journalists have been handed a powerful mandate: to harness the power of data and provide crucial context in their reporting to drive meaningful change in the nation's critical food security and ecological landscape, reports NaijaAgroNet.

This call to action came from the Managing Director and CEO of Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Mr. Wassim Elhusseini, at the closing ceremony of the 8th Nestlé Advancing Nutrition, Health, and Environmental Awareness Through the Media Programme held weekend at the Lagos Business School, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Senegal closing on universal electricity access - NaijaAgroNet

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Seating in her bedroom in Ndorong Serere, a village located 100 kms from Senegal’s Capital Dakar, Khady studies her natural science textbook under the steady glow of an electric lamp. 

Her dream of becoming a doctor fuels her focus, the conditions around her now match her aspirations. Just weeks ago, the scene was starkly different – she had to ration her flashlight batteries carefully, limiting her study time each evening and often struggling to complete her homework before the batteries died completely.

“I can now study my lessons in better conditions at night”. Khady attributes her recent academic progress not only to her teachers and her commitment but also to the arrival of reliable lighting. “Last year at this same time, I had a grade of 10 in natural sciences. This year, I have a grade of 17,” she says with a proud smile.


Bridging the energy divide

Khady's story reflects Senegal's broader journey toward universal electricity access. The country has made significant strides, with a national access rate of 84% according to government sources. This progress has transformed millions of lives, yet the journey is far from over. While urban areas enjoy near-universal access, over 30 % of rural communities remain disconnected from the grid.

For Ndorong Serere, the arrival of electricity has been a catalyst for transformation. Djaraf, a skilled carpenter, is one of the many who seized new opportunities. “I learned and practiced carpentry at 10 kilometers from Ndorong Serere, but when electricity came to this locality, I didn't hesitate to return and open my first carpentry workshop,” he explains.

Oyo State breaks ground on new agribusiness hub - NaijaAgroNet

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A new era for agricultural development in Oyo State officially began today as Vice-President Kashim Shettima (represented by Minister of Agriculture, Senator Abubakar Kyari), African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, and Governor 'Seyi Makinde broke ground for the Oyo State Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Ijaiye, reports NaijaAgroNet.

This Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) is set to be a game-changer for economic growth and job creation.

10yrs: Food for All Africa launches black soldier fly legacy project - NaijaAgroNet

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Food for All Africa, West Africa's largest food recovery and redistribution organization, marked a major milestone yesterday, celebrating 10 years of dedicated service in addressing food insecurity and reducing food waste and poverty across Ghana. 

The celebration was highlighted by the launch of an innovative Black Soldier Fly Legacy Project, a circular economy initiative designed to convert organic food waste into sustainable animal feed and organic fertilizer.

Devastating consequences of unbranded cooking oil - NaijaAgroNet

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Itunu Ahaoda's life was turned upside down when her husband, John, was diagnosed with a severe heart condition at a Lagos hospital last year. 

The news was a shock to the family, and Itunu was determined to do everything in her power to help her husband recover.

Energy Forum gets Shell's commendation - NaijaAgroNet:

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The Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Ltd (SNEPCo,) has commended the Oloibiri Lecture Series and Energy Forum (OLEF), for driving change in Nigeria’s energy sector, reports NaijaAgroNet.

OLEF is notable for driving change through discussions that focus on business performance, cost discipline and process simplification.