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VP Shettima Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Food Security at UN Summit

Fola Badmus2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – July 28, 2025Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has reiterated the country’s strong commitment to food and nutrition security while addressing global leaders at the United Nations Food Systems Summit held at the iconic African Hall of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Speaking at the summit, Shettima emphasized that food insecurity is a global challenge that “knows no borders” and called for collective international action. He outlined Nigeria’s strategic approach, highlighting the Presidential Initiative on Food Security, which aims to scale up the production of maize, rice, cassava, and wheat using climate-smart solutions. “Nutrition is at the heart of Nigeria’s vision,” he stated, citing the integration of food and nutrition targets into national frameworks such as the National Development Plan and Agenda 2050. The Vice President also spotlighted the Nutrition 774 initiative, designed to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the grassroots level by reaching all 774 local government areas in Nigeria — turning “pledges into meals,” he said. Shettima noted that Nigeria is embracing innovation to transform its agricultural sector. “The Fourth Industrial Revolution is driving our agricultural systems, through the use of artificial intelligence, geospatial analytics, and satellite-driven climate intelligence,” he said. These technologies, he added, are enhancing transparency, boosting production, improving market access, and reducing food waste. Highlighting strategic partnerships, the Vice President pointed to collaborations with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to develop Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones. These zones, he said, are creating jobs, attracting investment, and linking local farmers to global markets. He concluded by emphasizing the role of nutrition education and school feeding programs in securing long-term outcomes, stating that they are essential for “building healthier futures” for Nigerian children.

Abia Government Denies Claims of Hiring Eastern Security Network (ESN) for Security

Abia Government Denies Claims of Hiring Eastern Security Network for Security

Fola Badmus6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

The Abia State Government has dismissed reports circulating on social media that Governor Alex Otti approved the engagement of the Eastern Security Network (ESN) to combat crime and protect farmers in the state. The government labeled the report, attributed to an anonymous blogger, as false and malicious, aimed at spreading misinformation and causing unnecessary tension in the state. In a statement issued on Sunday, April 6, 2025, by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, the government reiterated that it does not support the involvement of non-state actors in addressing crime. The statement emphasized that the Otti administration continues to work with conventional security agencies, citing the successful implementation of “Operation Crush,” a joint security taskforce tackling crime statewide. Ekeoma also addressed the resurgence of the false report, stating that similar claims had been circulated before but were ignored. The government warned those responsible for spreading the fake news, promising severe consequences for those found inciting fear and violence. Abia residents were urged to ignore the misleading information and trust in the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure their safety.