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Govt reiterates safe use of modern biotechnology to boost economy

The Federal Government on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 reiterated its commitment to ensuring safe use of modern biotechnology to boost the nation’s economy and...

Experts highlight genetic engineering threats to food systems

A group of experts who spoke at a recent gathering has expressed reservations over the dangers posed by the genetic engineering to food safety. At...

Nigeria must use gene editing technology to improve food production – OFAB Coordinator

Country Coordinator, Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB), Dr Rose Gidado, says Nigeria must take advantage of gene editing technology to be able to...

Nigeria at 60: Biosafety agency urges concerted efforts in safe application of modern biotechnology

As the country marks its 60 years of independence, the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Biosafety Management (NBMA), Dr. Rufus Ebegba, has...

Minister commends biosafety agency for GMO regulation efforts

Environment Minister of State, Mrs. Sharon Ikeazor, has commended the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) for its efforts in ensuring that the activities of...

Biosecurity Policy Drafting Committee presents draft document to biosafety agency

The drafting committee for the National Biosecurity Policy has presented the preliminary draft of the National Biosecurity Policy to the Director General/Chief Executive Officer...

Why media is vital in Nigeria’s quest for self-sufficiency in food production

For the research institutes to fulfill their mandates and contribute meaningful to the nation’s quest for self-sufficiency in food production, the media must support...

Farmers, scientists advocate use of biotechnology to boost food production

Following the impact of COVID-19 and banditry activities in the country, agriculturalists and scientists have advocated the use of biotechnology to be deployed...

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Thousands march in cities worldwide demanding international financial overhaul ahead of UN finance conference

Thousands around the world are holding mobilisations in time for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), a once-in-a-decade...
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WaterAid rolls out Danida Project to end period poverty in Nigeria

Danida Project - an initiative aimed at tackling period poverty in Nigeria through the enhanced production and sales of...

Aggregated climate action: The example of SPP – Rep. Kama Nkemkanma

Historically, the month of June is an important one for climate action. This is because it is the month...

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Thousands march in cities worldwide demanding international financial overhaul ahead of UN finance conference

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