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Food Security: UN Women, WPHF Empower North-East Women With Improved Seedlings
Food Security: UN Women, WPHF Empower North-East Women With Improved Seedlings
By: Francis Okoye
The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women ( UN Women) and Women’s Humanitarian and Philanthropic Foundation ( WHPF ) , in partnership with Iwuese Cooperative, have distributed improved varieties of millet, rice, and maize seedlings to 80 selected women farmers across four local government areas (LGAs) in Taraba and Adamawa States.
Addressing the beneficiaries, the Executive Director Iwuese Cooperative, Ritdimwa Orga said the initiative is aimed at boosting food production and empowering women in agriculture, which reflects a commitment to addressing gender disparities in the agricultural sector and promoting sustainable development.
She said the distribution targets 80 women farmers carefully selected from diverse backgrounds in the Taraba and Adamawa States, adding that the initiative seeks to empower women by providing them with the resources and support needed to enhance their roles in agriculture.
Ritdimwa Orga [ED at Iwuese Cooperative, emphasized, “We are proud to be part of this initiative that directly impacts women farmers. Through the distribution of improved seed varieties, we aim to contribute to increased agricultural productivity and improved livelihoods.
” The distributed seedlings include improved varieties of rice and maize. These varieties are selected for their resilience, higher yields, and nutritional value, contributing to the overall improvement of agricultural practices and food security in the region.
“UN WOMEN and WHPF, in collaboration with Iwuese Cooperative, bring together a powerful alliance that leverages expertise, resources, and networks to address the unique challenges faced by women farmers in Taraba and Adamawa states.
“The initiative extends its impact across four Local Government Areas, ensuring a broad reach and contributing to community development. By strengthening the capacities of women in agriculture, the project aims to create sustainable change at the grassroots level.
“The distribution of seedlings aligns with UNWOMEN’s and WHPF’s commitment to advancing gender equality in agriculture. Empowering women farmers not only improves their livelihoods but also contributes to the overall development of their communities.”
Women Leader Mubi North, Anna James in appreciation on behalf of the beneficiaries said, “I want to express my deepest gratitude to UNWOMEN and WHPF for their unwavering support in empowering women in Jalingo. The agricultural initiative has not only enhanced our farming practices but has also given us the confidence to actively contribute to the economic growth of our community.”
Similarly, Women Leader Jalingo , Nwuro Lelgi said , “UN Women and WHPF have demonstrated a genuine commitment to the well-being of women in Mubi North. The distribution of improved seed varieties and the focus on knowledge transfer have been instrumental in transforming the lives of women engaged in agriculture. We are truly grateful for this initiative.”
Food Security: UN Women, WPHF Empower North-East Women With Improved Seedlings
Police repel bandits, rescue six kidnapped victims on Yankara-Funtua highway in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Katsina State have successfully rescued six kidnapped victims after intercepting an armed bandit attack on Yankara-Funtua highway in Faskari Local Government Area.
Sources said on Jan. 24 at about 1:25 a.m., unidentified armed bandits blocked the highway and abducted six occupants of a green Honda Civic, registration number AAA 518 BC, en route from Funtua to Faskari.
The DPO Faskari, on routine patrol, promptly engaged the hoodlums in a tactical gunfight.
The bandits were overpowered and fled into the bush, abandoning their mission. All six victims, Rabi Hamisu, Safare Musa, Abubakar Samaila, Shehu Umar, Sara’u Yahaya, and Ibrahim Babangida, were rescued unharmed and safely returned to their homes.
Intensive patrols continue in the area, while efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects are ongoing.
Police repel bandits, rescue six kidnapped victims on Yankara-Funtua highway in Katsina
Suspect arrested for trespassing, attempting robbery at Bauchi Emir’s palace
By: Zagazola Makama
A 20-year-old man, Umar Hamza, was apprehended Wednesday night for trespassing and attempting to steal from the Emir of Bauchi’s residence.
Sources said Hamza entered one of the Emir’s son’s rooms carrying a bunch of keys and tried to commit theft around 8:20 p.m. on January 23.
He was intercepted shortly after the act and taken into the Police custody for questioning.
Police said Preliminary inquiries indicate the suspect intended to steal from the palace.
Suspect arrested for trespassing, attempting robbery at Bauchi Emir’s palace
VP Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a week-long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea-Conakry and Switzerland.
This is just as he said Nigeria has reclaimed a frontline seat in global and regional policy conversations.
VP Shettima arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Saturday after representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s President, Mamadi Doumbouya, and leading Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos.
According to the Vice President, the trip is part of Nigeria’s renewed commitment to regional solidarity in West Africa and its determination to reposition the economy under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.
The Vice President had departed Abuja for Conakry, where he attended President Doumbouya’s inauguration, reaffirming Nigeria’s leadership role within ECOWAS, while opening new pathways for bilateral cooperation in agriculture and manufacturing.
From Guinea-Conakry, Senator Shettima proceeded to Davos, Switzerland, where he led the Nigerian delegation at the WEF 2026.
One of the highpoints of his engagements in that country was the commissioning of Nigeria House Davos, the Nigeria’s first-ever sovereign pavilion on the Davos Promenade, designed as a permanent investment hub showcasing opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture and the digital economy.
At a high-level WEF session titled, “When Food Becomes Security,” the Vice President outlined Nigeria’s new national food security framework, describing agriculture as a strategic pillar of national security and macroeconomic stability.
Vice President Shettima also joined former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, to advance the Accra Reset Initiative, a forum advocating African industrialisation driven by domestic capital and value chains rather than foreign aid.
On the economic front, the Vice President told investors that Nigeria’s macroeconomic indicators were stabilising, citing a projected 4.4 per cent GDP growth in 2026 and a decline in inflation to 12.94 per cent.
He also pointed to Nigeria’s imminent transition into a net exporter of refined petroleum products, anchored by the Dangote Refinery, and the growing export of digital talent.
VP Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline
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