Uzodimma to UAES: Aspire to be the best globally
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Uzodimma to UAES: Aspire to be the best globally

…Inaugurates 16-man Governing Council In continuation of his efforts to strengthen critical agencies of government for optimal performance in service delivery to Imo people, the Governor of Imo State, Senator Uzodimma Monday, February 3, 2025 inaugurated the Governing Board of Imo State University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo with a charge that the institution should aspire to be the best globally. He urged the University leadership to partner other great institutions to translate the vision of sustainable and mechanised agriculture into reality. Performing the ceremony at the New Exco Chambers, Government House, Owerri, the Governor noted that the 2025 budget laid emphasis on the six pillars of his administration – agriculture, digital economy, electricity, health, education and industrialization – and challenged the Board to formulate policies that will enhance food production as well as provide practical...
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Over 1,300 silver coins from the time of Emperor Nero, discovered in a pot by chance
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Over 1,300 silver coins from the time of Emperor Nero, discovered in a pot by chance

A treasure of 1,368 coins, the majority of silver, was discovered in a pot by a metal detector, in Worcestershire, a county in England, according to Live Science. The treasure was buried around 55 AD, a period when the Roman Empire, led by Emperor Nero (reign between 54 and 68 AD), was struggling to take control over England. His predecessor Claudius (who reigned between 41 and 54 AD) invaded Britain and took control of a large part of England, but resistance continued during Nero's reign. In the year 60 AD, a rebellion launched...
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Tinubu approves University of Environment forOgoniland
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Tinubu approves University of Environment for Ogoniland

By Chesa Chesa President Bola Tinubu on Monday in Abuja signed into law a bill establishing the Federal University of Environment and Technology(FUET) in Rivers State and pledged more support for the Ogoni community. The Ogoni town of Tai will host the University. During the signing ceremony at the State House, President Tinubu said the establishment of the University would further empower Ogoni citizens and provide more opportunities for participation and development. “Today marks a significant milestone in our national journey towards environmental justice, education and sustainable development. “The Ogoni have been at the forefront of our development and agitation and have suffered enough environmental degradation,” the President said. “It is more than the creation of a university. It is the reaffirmation of our unwavering commitment to the people of Ogoni, the Niger Delta and the entire nation as a whole. “For decades, the...
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Addressing the facts about GMOs in Nigeria
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Addressing the facts about GMOs in Nigeria

THERE was a debate during a public hearing at the Nigeria House of Representatives on some concerns raised about Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO). Opponents of this technology raised concerns about the health, environment and economy. Also, experts have tackled these concerns, describing them as misinformation. In this article, there will be an attempt to address some of the concerns raised at the Federal House of Representatives. Environment Some lawmakers and the opponents of biotechnology raised concerns about GMOs causing environmental harm. But on the contrary, it has been established that planting GMO seeds reduces the use of chemicals on the farms. Excessive use of chemicals is one of the factors that cause environmental pollution. Farmers who are desperate to control weed and pests on their farms, apply chemicals on their farms. For example, the newly introduced GM beans require...
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