Dennis Erezi

In an industry long dominated by men, women are breaking barriers, challenging conventions, and proving themselves as formidable leaders in agribusiness worldwide. Today, female entrepreneurs are driving the future of agriculture with bold innovations, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on growth and empowerment. From Nigeria's vast farmlands to the vineyards of Lebanon and the orchards of Brazil, women are reshaping agribusiness and bringing about profound economic and social changes. But how did these women rise to the top of an industry that has historically marginalized them? What are the strategies, technologies, and networks they leverage to succeed? And what does the future hold for women in agribusiness?

A media advocacy group, Volunteer Media Advocacy for Accountable Leadership, has commended Dr. Ochimana Caleb Agboni Yunusa for his outstanding contributions to improving healthcare, education, and access to clean water in rural communities. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Augustine Aminu, the group praised Dr. Caleb's dedication to grassroots development and urged the…

Depositors with N5 million and above in the recently revoked Heritage Bank have called on the National Assembly to urgently intervene in their plight, urging the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to reconsider its decision. Many of the affected customers said they have been thrown into severe financial distress, with their businesses and livelihoods now […]

LEAP Africa, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young people across Africa with access to dignified and fulfilling employment. This commitment was expressed at a networking event in Lagos aimed at advancing the impact of the Mastercard Foundation Associates Programme. In one year, the programme has facilitated the placement…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, in a statement, said President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in […]

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari to replace Mele Kyari as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited group chief executive officer (CEO). The president on Wednesday announced a sweeping reconstitution of the NNPC board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. READ […]

The United States President, Donald Trump, Wednesday enacted sweeping new tariffs in a move that could escalate trade tensions globally at what he tagged “liberation day”. Trump said the U.S. will implement “reciprocal tariffs” on all countries of “approximately half” of what they charge us. READ ALSO: Trump says US tariffs to hit ‘all countries’ […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, in a statement, said President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in…

With the rise of marital conflict and crisis witnessed globally, exacerbated by stressful socio-economic realities, couples have been reminded of the need and significance of complementing one another. The President of International Church Impact Communion (ICIC), Bishop Abraham Chigbundu, gave the reminder in Owerri at the traditional wedding of Pastor David Achudume and Precious Chukwu. […]

The once-thriving coastal community of Ayetoro, Ondo State, is on the verge of slipping into the belly of the Atlantic Ocean due to the devastating impacts of oil and gas activities.