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NABDA to begin bio-fertiliser production for Nigerian farmers

The National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA) says it is soon to commence mass production of bio-fertilisers for farmers across the six geo-political zones of...

Why govt should ban GMOs, revoke biosafety agency law, by campaigners

A team of civil society organisation representatives from Health of Mother Earth Foundation, Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria, Nigerians against GMOs, Peace and Development Project,...

COVID-19: Biosafety agency clamours biosecurity policy, emergency response strategy

The National Biosafety Management Agency of Nigeria (NBMA) has called for a harmonised national biosecurity policy guideline and emergency response strategy to prevent harmful biological agents...

TAAT’s pathway to scale up brings hope to maize farmers in Kenya

Maize (Zea mays) is one of the most important staple crops in Africa on which an estimated 300 million people depend. However, several challenges...

TAAT water management technologies excite wheat farmers

“These are very interesting and amazing technologies - with these, we will overcome many of the challenges we face now.” With these words, Musa Shehu summed up...

Nigeria can tackle food insecurity with gene editing technology, says scientist

Nigeria, with population of over 180 million people, is fully ripe for gene editing technology as the country has several scientists that can accurately handle the...

Concern over planned release of GM potato in East Africa

East Africa is said to be the most recent destination for genetically modified (GM) potatoes, courtesy of the Lima, Peru-based research institute, the International Potato Center...

How GEM parboiled rice leads to increased livelihood opportunities in Nigeria

Justina Musa is in a joyous mood. The source of her joy and excitement isn’t far-fetched – the demand for domestic rice has risen to an...

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Dangote signs $400m equipment deal to fast-track refinery expansion

Dangote Group has signed a $400 million construction equipment agreement with XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., one of China’s...
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NUPRC warns public against fraudulent contract offers

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has warned the public against activities of fraudulent individuals who peddle contract...

Alleged $25.5m debt: Court orders interim administration for Green Energy, Lekoil

A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered an interim administration for Green Energy International Ltd. and Lekoil Oil...

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Dangote signs $400m equipment deal to fast-track refinery expansion

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