Science Nigeria

The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the lawmaker formerly representing Kwara South Senatorial District, Dr. Rafiu Adebayo Ibrahim. His passing, following a brief illness, was announced in a family statement on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. In a condolence message to the Kwara State Government, the people of...

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has issued a call to Nigerian experts in the fields of research, development and innovation to craft a transformative and actionable Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy. This strategy aims to align with the administration's eight priorities, foster economic growth and position Nigeria on the global stage. Minister of Communications,...

Mr. Shedreck Hammayaji, a 37-year-old dedicated nurse at Kwali General Hospital, Kwali, Abuja, stands as a beacon of unwavering commitment to healthcare and community service, even amidst formidable challenges. Amidst the harrowing heights of outbreaks, Hammayaji bore witness to the relentless strain on the healthcare system, as patients flooded the hospital, grappling with symptoms of the deadly virus. Recollections of those...

The Kebbi State government has granted 10 hectares of land to the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for the establishment of the Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Development Institute (AMEDI), following the Federal Government's directive for each of the six geopolitical zones to host an AMEDI. The document for the 10-hectare land along Birnin Kebbi-Argungu Road was handed...

The Federal Ministry of Environment has announced its partnership with the Institute of Environmental Practitioners of Nigeria (IEPN), in a move to promote environmental sustainability. The Minister of Environment, Mr. Balarabe Lawal, disclosed this collaboration during the inauguration of the institute's 1st Governing Council in Abuja. The director of pollution control and environmental health, Dr. Olubunmi Olusanya representing the ministry, affirmed...

The U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) wrapped up its fourth Biannual Stakeholder Engagement Meeting today. Themed “Improving Public Health Programmes Through Science,” the two-day event served as a forum for sharing scientific insights and fostering collaborations. On the opening day, state-HIV programmes and partners showcased their scientific work through 35 posters and 9 oral abstracts. The...

The eagerly anticipated Presidential Project 774 VSAT Digital installation, spearheaded by the Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCI&DE), Dr. Bosun Tijani across the 774 local government areas in Nigeria, is steadily nearing completion of its first phase under the stewardship of NIGCOMSAT Ltd. The project, initiated by the minister, aims to connect all local government area councils...

In a significant move towards advancing gender equality and economic empowerment, the Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Women Affairs, Mrs. Fatima Faruk announced the launch of the domestication process for the Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE) policy in key states across Nigeria. This initiative, which commenced following a two-day workshop attended by eight state commissioners of women affairs,...

Ahead of the 29th Session of the Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), Nigeria is reviewing its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and gearing up for increased climate action. President Bola Tinubu stated that Nigeria would need $177 million in investments to meet its NDC targets by 2030. The Secretary to the Government of the...

The Federal Government has reiterated the importance of collaboration to enhance public health measures in the country. This was underlined by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa during the 4th Bi-Annual Stakeholders Engagement themed "Improving Public Health Programmes through Science”. Alausa emphasised the significance of knowledge sharing among stakeholders at both national and sub-national...