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Agriculture Ministry Unveils Zinc-Enriched Rice Varieties to Boost Food and Nutrition Security
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security reveals the aim to improve food and nutrition safety in Nigeria.
Abubakar Kyari, the minister of Agriculture and Food Security then announced the intention to introduce different types of zinc rice, which will enhance the security of food.
During a brief interview with the media, the minister shared on the 29th of April the plan to ensure food safety in the country.
“The introduction of these varieties is a proactive step towards addressing the nutritional challenges faced by our people.”
He then highlights the benefits of zinc rice, stating that they offer higher zinc content and are climate resilient and will leave a higher impact on the smallholder farmers.
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Panic as Bandit Rumours Spark School Safety Concerns in Abuja
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
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Lagos Residents Raise Alarm After Suspected Bandits Are Reported in Ibeju-Lekki
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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No School Is Safe in Nigeria — Teachers Union Raises Alarm Amid Abduction
The Nigeria Union of Teachers staged a protest following the abduction of teachers and students in Oyo State, stating that no school in Nigeria is truly safe at the moment.
The teachers held a peaceful rally, calling for the safe release and rescue of the abducted teachers and students. They urged authorities to intensify efforts to secure their freedom and improve security across schools.
Amid the calls for their release, the union added “People travelling on highways are being dragged into forests after vehicles are stopped. One can no longer move freely. These criminal groups have littered every corner of the federation carrying out nefarious activities. We must be truthful to ourselves; government has not done enough.”
