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FG, ACCI Urge Investors to Drive Agricultural Revolution in Nigeria
The Federal Government has called on local and international stakeholders to seize the growing opportunities in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, particularly in large-scale mechanised farming. This appeal was made on Tuesday by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, during the first-ever Farm, Food, and Allied Technologies Expo in Abuja.
The event was organized by the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), in partnership with Afreximbank and Autodex Nigeria Limited. Kyari, represented by Adegbenro Adebiyi, the Director of Agribusiness and Market Development, emphasized the significance of the sector in boosting the nation’s economy, particularly as oil prices remain volatile.
“It is heart-warming that agriculture is fast becoming the buzz across trade and investment circles,” Kyari remarked. He also stressed the government’s commitment to transitioning agriculture from a development program into a business and investment hub, placing the private sector at the forefront. “We will not relent in increasing agribusiness linkages between farmers and processors to boost food security and wealth creation,” he added.
ACCI President, Chief Emeka Obegolu, echoed similar sentiments, highlighting agriculture’s crucial role in sustaining communities and the economy. However, Obegolu acknowledged the sector’s challenges, including climate change, financing, and the need for modern infrastructure. Through the expo, he aimed to showcase investment opportunities in the agro-allied sector, promoting policies to drive economic growth.
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, who spoke at the event, stressed the importance of security for Nigerian farmers. Represented by Major General Isa Abdullahi, Musa warned that up to 33 million Nigerians could face hunger in the coming months without urgent action. He attributed agricultural setbacks to insecurity, weather shocks, and armed conflicts. Musa emphasized the need for investments in agricultural infrastructure and called for large-scale mechanised farming to mitigate these challenges.
“The Federal Government is committed to cultivating over 10 million hectares of arable land across the country, and this expo serves as an important step toward achieving national food security,” Musa concluded.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, the adult children of former President Joe Biden, marking another step in his efforts to target political opponents.
In a post on his Truth Social platform Tuesday, Trump criticized what he called an excessive security detail for Hunter Biden, claiming he had up to 18 agents protecting him. He also announced that Ashley Biden’s security detail, reportedly consisting of 13 agents, would be withdrawn.
“Please be advised that, effective immediately, Hunter Biden will no longer receive Secret Service protection. Likewise, Ashley Biden… will be taken off the list,” Trump wrote.
Federal law grants lifelong Secret Service protection to former presidents and their spouses, while their children receive coverage only until age 16. However, adult children of presidents often receive extended protection for a period of time.
A Secret Service spokesperson confirmed Trump’s directive, stating, “We are aware of the President’s decision to terminate protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden. The Secret Service will comply and is actively working with the protective details and the White House to ensure compliance as soon as possible.”
Hunter Biden has long been a focal point of Republican criticism, with attacks intensifying after his father pardoned his tax and gun-related convictions before leaving office in January. On Monday, Trump declared that those pardons were void, a move with unclear legal standing.
Since returning to office in January, Trump has also revoked security clearances for Joe Biden, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, former National Security Adviser John Bolton, and Dr. Anthony Fauci, who led the country’s COVID-19 response.
The White House defended the decision, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stating in January that individuals are “not entitled to security protection and clearances for life.”
During his first presidency, Trump extended Secret Service protection for six months to his four adult children and several senior officials, a move that cost taxpayers $1.7 million, according to The Washington Post.
The Nigerian Constitution, under Section 188, details the process for the impeachment of a state governor, requiring a structured legal framework that ensures due process and fairness.
According to the provision, impeachment begins when at least one-third of the members of the State House of Assembly sign a written notice accusing the governor of gross misconduct. The allegations must be clear, specific, and detailed to avoid ambiguity.
Once the notice is received, the Speaker of the House has seven days to serve a copy to the governor and distribute the governor’s response to all assembly members.
Within 14 days, the House must vote on whether to investigate the allegations. This decision is made by motion without debate and requires a two-thirds majority to proceed. If passed, the Chief Judge of the state is mandated to appoint a seven-member panel within seven days to investigate the allegations. This panel must be composed of individuals who are not members of a legislative house, public service, or political party.
During the investigation, the governor has the right to defend himself personally or through legal representation. The panel has three months to complete its inquiry and submit its findings to the assembly.
If the panel concludes that the allegations lack proof, the impeachment process is terminated. However, if the panel finds the allegations proven, the assembly must, within 14 days, vote on the report. A two-thirds majority vote in favor results in the governor’s immediate removal from office.
This process ensures that impeachment is not arbitrary but follows a clear legal and procedural path, reinforcing democratic accountability in governance.
Asaba, Nigeria – Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have killed four suspected kidnappers in a gunfight and recovered an AK-47 rifle with a magazine, according to a statement by the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe.
Edafe said the police had earlier arrested a suspect on March 9, 2025, while he was attempting to buy ammunition for an AK-47 rifle. During interrogation, the suspect revealed the rifle’s location, leading the police to a bush along the railway line in Agbarho. Upon arrival, the gang engaged the police in a fierce shootout, leaving four suspects with fatal gunshot wounds.
The injured suspects were taken to the General Hospital in Ughelli, where they were later confirmed dead. Their bodies have been deposited in the morgue as police intensify efforts to track down other fleeing gang members.
In a separate operation, police operatives arrested a suspected kidnapper in Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area.
Edafe revealed that on March 12, 2025, a resident of Ibusa reported to the police that his friend’s wife had been kidnapped on March 7, 2025, and a ransom was paid. He also disclosed that he was responsible for delivering the ransom and food items to the kidnappers.
Acting on this information, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ibusa mobilized a team alongside local vigilantes and stormed a bush hideout, leading to the arrest of Abdulahi Isah, a suspected member of the gang.
The suspect is currently in custody, and investigations are ongoing.
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