XRAYING THE IMPORTANCE OF AGRICULTURE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ECONOMY IKPEAZU EXAMPLE By Kingsley Maduforo Agriculture was the mainstay of Nigeria’s economy before the discovery of crude oil from 1960 to 1969. The sector accounted for an average of 57 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and generated 64.5 percent of export earnings. From 1970 to late 2000,the …

CONNECT WITH US El-Zakzaky: Shehu Sani tells Nigerian govt how to handle Shiites, sends message to Sultan Senator Shehu Sani has urged the Nigerian government to dialogue with the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), to avoid further crises in the country. Speaking with newsmen in Kano State, the former lawmaker highlighted that if the government can shake hands with bandits, …

CONNECT WITH US Boko Haram: Buhari reacts to death of 60 mourners in Born President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday condemned the dastardly attack on a funeral procession in Borno State, which led to the death of over 60 mourners. Buhari’s spokesman, Garba Shehu in a statement on Sunday, said the President had received assurances from the armed forces that the terrorists …

Sowore, AAC Declare 5th August For Revolution Protest For Better Nigeria Abuja – The African Action Congress ( AAC ) has declared 5th August for the commencement of revolution protest tagged ‘ Days of Rage’ across the country to demand a better Nigeria. The Presidential Candidate of the party, Omoyele Sowore disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja at the end …

Gen.Abdusalami Abubakar (GCFR) Former Head of State , Federal Republic of Nigeria , Minna. Dear General, Re:Roundtable on National Issues and Security Greetings to you from the leaders of Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum. We individually received your invitation to the above event holding in Minna between 29-30 July ,2019. We thank you for your interest in the affairs …

  Major highlights of the communique issued by South East Governors Forum at the end of its meeting held on Sunday, July 28, 2019, at the Government House, Enugu, which was attended by the host Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State/Chairman of the Forum, Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State and Deputy Governors of Anambra …

Accept God’s Will, Buhari Tells Parents Of Slain Corper Precious Owolabi. President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday urged family members of the deceased corps member , Precious Owolabi , to accept the will of God in good faith . The News Agency of Nigeria recalls that Owolabi was killed during a protest by members of Islamic Movement of Nigeria , otherwise …

GOVERNMENT OUTLAWED CRIMINALITY OF IMN, NOT FREEDOM OF WORSHIP — PRESIDENCY Presidency says proscription of Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) has nothing to do with banning the larger numbers of peaceful and law abiding Shiites in the country from practicing their religion, instead it was to discourage wanton violence, murder and willful destruction of public and private property. The Presidency …

The 774 local government council’s in Nigeria just credited with allocations from federation account directly.   BUHARI WARNS COUNCIL CHAIRMEN “We have sent Money directly to Local Government Account this week. And if you like, Withdraw the Money and hand over to your Governor, You will give account of it properly at EFCC or Krikri Maximum Prison.” — President Mohammadu …

Only Herders With Travel Documents Should Cross Borders – Fayemi The Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has said only persons with valid travel documents should cross borders with their livestock, adding that people from outside the country must respect state legislations that regulate grazing. Fayemi, who is also the Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum, noted that despite the adoption …