By Afolabi Oyekunle. 300 farmers have been empowered with agricultural tools and technical training by Dangote Cement, Ibeshe plant, in Ogun state towards boosting food production, under its annual empowerment support for farmers within the Ibeshe communities.   Beneficiaries under the empowerment program have also cultivated more than 800 acres of farmland and produced over 40,000 tons of agricultural output.  Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant has reinforced its commitment to food security and Sustainable Community development with the roll-out of its 2026 annual farmers’ empowerment initiative, providing free agricultural inputs and capacity-building training to farmers drawn from its 17 host communities.   The programme, which has become a cornerstone of the company’s social investment strategy, saw beneficiaries receive modern farming inputs alongside technical training aimed at improving crop yield, productivity, and income across the agricultural value chain with...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Agriculture remains the backbone of every thriving society, and empowering farmers is one of the most effective ways to guarantee food security and economic prosperity.  In furtherance of this commitment, the Executive Chairman of Agbado/Oke-Odo LCDA, Hon. Abiodun Jimoh Isola (Ejigbadero), earlier today sponsored the distribution of fertilizers to members of the Association of All Farmers of Nigeria (AFAN), Agbado/Oke-Odo Chapter. The fertilizer presentation, fully sponsored by the Executive Chairman, underscores his administration's unwavering commitment to empowering farmers, enhancing crop yields, and promoting sustainable agricultural development across the council area. Representing the Executive Chairman at the presentation was the Vice Chairman of Agbado/Oke-Odo LCDA, Hon. Kehinde Yusau Shobayo, who reaffirmed the administration's resolve to continue implementing people-oriented initiatives that improve the livelihoods of farmers, boost agricultural ...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Technical Adviser to the Vice-president on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo has described China's zero-tariff policy for exports from African countries as a significant opportunity for Nigeria to expand exports, strengthen manufacturing, attract new investments and deepen participation in global value chains. Dr. Obayendo said this while speaking virtually on Monday at the 2026 Ningbo–Africa Trade & Logistics Cooperation Forum in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China.                        Dr. Obayendo. According to him, "China's zero-tariff initiative presents a strategic opportunity for Nigeria and the wider African continent.  He said by strengthening our logistics capacity and improving trade facilitation, we can expand exports, attract manufacturing investments and position Nigerian businesses to compete more effectively in international markets," he stated....

B y Afolabi Oyekunle. The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola; the Technical Adviser to the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo; and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Dr Kayode Opeifa are among prominent Nigerians who have confirmed their participation at the forth-coming 2026 Transportation Summit  being hosted in Lagos by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN). It is slated to hold on 24th September at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos. The summit, which has become a leading annual platform for dialogue on Nigeria's transportation sector, will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, operators, development partners, academics, and other stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for improving Nigeria's logistic infrastructure, policy implementation, safety innovation, and sustainable development...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola; Presidential Aide and Technical Adviser to the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo; and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Dr Kayode Opeifa are among prominent Nigerians who have confirmed their participation at the forth-coming 2026 Transportation Summit which is being hosted in Lagos by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN).                               Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola. The summit, which has become a leading annual platform for dialogue on Nigeria's transportation sector, will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, operators, development partners, academics, and other stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for improving Nigeria's logistic infrastruct...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. I n line with his administration's vision of building a more responsive and efficient local government, the Executive Chairman of Agbado/Oke-Odo LCDA, Hon. Abiodun Jimoh Isola (Ejigbadero), today performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new Council Secretariat. . The project marks another significant milestone in the administration's commitment to strengthening institutional capacity and creating a modern administrative edifice that will enhance the overall output, productivity, and efficiency of the Council's workforce. Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Ejigbadero stated that the new Secretariat is more than a physical structure; it is a strategic investment in the future of the Council and a demonstration of his administration's resolve to provide an enabling environment for effective governance.  He noted that improved infrastructure translates to improved service delivery, faster administrative processes, and better experienc...