August 2, 2025

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Obasanjo at #AAM2025: Africa’s Renaissance Bold and Unshaken Amid Global Turbulence

Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, delivered a powerful address at the 2025 African Advancement Meeting (#AAM2025), themed “African Renaissance in an Era of Turbulence – Are the Lions Still on the Move?” In his thought-provoking speech, Obasanjo reaffirmed confidence in Africa’s journey toward development, declaring that the continent’s future remains in motion—bold, proud,

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FG Launches N1.5 Billion NADF‑1 Scheme to Empower 1,500 Smallholder Farmers on 1,500 Hectares

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Federal Government, in partnership with the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN), and NOVA Merchant Bank, has launched a ₦1.5 billion pilot programme – NADP‑1, to cultivate 1,500 hectares of farmland while empowering 1,500 smallholder farmers. Launched on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the initiative is part of

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UBA Donates $500,000 to African Union Peace Fund, Reaffirms Commitment to Continental Stability

Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant show of support for peace and security on the African continent, the United Bank for Africa (UBA) has donated the sum of $500,000 to the African Union (AU) Peace Fund. The financial commitment was announced on Monday, underscoring the pan-African bank’s dedication to fostering long-term stability and sustainable development

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