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In a major boost for farming in Enugu State, more than 9,000 farmers are now insured against agricultural risks thanks to a collaboration between Pula Advisors, PFSCU, Leadway Insurance, and the Bayer Foundation. This initiative aims to protect production and build farmer confidence during the 2025 wet season.

This development means that if severe weather or other hazards hit local farms, the financial risk is reduced and farmers avoid devastating losses. For you, this translates to more stable local food supply and potentially lower prices. It also encourages more young people and women in farming, knowing there's a safety net in place. This effort helps strengthen food security in your community and builds resilience against the unpredictable climate shifts impacting everyday life.

Source: Daily Trust
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The Nigerian Bar Association, together with former VP Atiku Abubakar and senior lawyers, insist on a transparent investigation into former Minister Uche Nnaji's alleged certificate forgery. They reject his resignation as enough, urging legal action to uphold integrity in public office.

This story hits close to home because it challenges how public officials earn and keep trust in Nigeria. If leaders can escape accountability with a simple resignation, it sends a message that dishonesty is tolerated at the highest levels—something that affects everyone’s confidence in government and public services. When false qualifications are overlooked, it not only undermines fair opportunity for genuine professionals but also weakens the foundation of governance, impacting policies that shape your community, economy, and daily life. Holding officials accountable here means protecting the standards that keep Nigeria’s future on solid ground.

Source: Thisdaylive
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is pushing for stronger investment in broadband and better protection of telecom infrastructure. At a recent Abuja roundtable, NCC highlighted broadband as key to economic inclusion and national resilience, revealing new initiatives like a business portal and digital readiness index for Nigerian states.

Better broadband means your internet experience could improve dramatically, opening up opportunities from smoother video calls to unlocking new earning possibilities online. This shift isn’t just about tech perks — it sets the stage for Nigeria’s youth to tap into global digital markets, turning local communities into innovation hubs. Protecting the telecom infrastructure also ensures you stay connected without disruption, making everyday online work, study, or entertainment more reliable and secure.

Source: Thisdaylive
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The Central Bank of Nigeria now requires over 4.2 million point-of-sale terminals to add GPS tracking within 60 days. This move aims to curb fraud and bring real-time geographic data to Nigeria’s digital payments, promising tighter oversight and more accurate economic tracking.

This means your daily transactions will soon be monitored by location data that could cut down on scams and fraud that have long made payments costly. As terminals adapt, expect some disruptions especially in rural areas where agents rely on mobility — but over time, this push could improve the safety and reliability of your payments. It also signals big changes for micro-businesses who will face new costs or risk losing access to payment networks, reshaping financial services accessibility in ways that impact everything from small traders to your local market.

Source: Business News Nigeria
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Concert For Change is gearing up for Green Worship 8.0 at the MUSON Centre on October 11, aiming to raise N100 million for charities supporting orphans and children with disabilities. The event features top gospel artists and channels previous success in mobilizing millions to help thousands nationwide.

This event turns your love for music into real support for children facing tough challenges in Nigeria. Every ticket and donation at Green Worship 8.0 connects us with orphans and kids with disabilities who desperately need better care, education, and therapy. It shows how ordinary people’s generosity can create hope and bring life-changing relief to vulnerable communities nearby and beyond. Attending or supporting means joining a compassionate movement that uses the power of praise to light up lives, making your participation more than entertainment—it's a chance to be part of real change.

Source: Leadership
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Argentina's U-20 team handed Nigeria a 4-0 defeat in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup in Chile, knocking the Flying Eagles out of the tournament. Early goals set the tone, with Argentina scoring twice before halftime and continuing to control the match through the second half.

This result stings deeply for Nigerian football fans who had hopes for the young Flying Eagles to advance further, showing the competitive gap at this level and what it takes to win on the global stage. For aspiring players and supporters, it highlights the importance of resilience and the long road ahead to reclaiming past glories. Communities rallying behind youth football can see this as motivation to enhance development programs and support talents aiming for future international success.

Source: The Guardian
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