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FG to boost agriculture, other sectors with technology transfer — Official

The Federal Government is set to boost the agriculture and other relevant sectors of the economy with technologies transferred into the country.
Mr Mohammed Dahiru, Chairman, Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer, said this during a courtesy visit to Mr Buki Ponle, the Managing Director, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Wednesday in Abuja.
“Over the years our problem in the country had been over-reliance on importation; we import almost everything we consume or use.
“That is why the government felt that it is necessary for us to have the right partners that will transfer these technologies to us,’’ Dahiru said,
According to him, these technologies will then be domesticated with research agencies in the country for the benefit of Nigerians and relevant stakeholders.
He mentioned priority areas for the transfer to include agriculture and food technology, ICT, transport, Nano science and technology, genomic medicine, pharmaceuticals, energy, mining among others.
“It is based on this that the president set up this committee so that we can see to the full implementation of this agreement which will benefit targeted sectors in the economy,’’ he said.
Dahiru expressed optimism that such move and effort from the government would help push Nigeria toward self-reliance, with huge reduction in foreign spending as well as improve our capacity and production.
He noted that the project would improve capacity and processes of individuals, businesses and benefit all businessmen qualified to benefit from such technology transfer.
He said that his committee was mandated to concentrate more especially in agriculture, mining and SMEs.
Dahiru mentioned the Eastern part of the country as enterprising technology hubs for SMEs, noting that with little technology applied businesses would be able to improve their processes.
Accordingly, he said, the committee was also looking at the FINTECH industry that was coming up especially in the South West while most of the agricultural value chain would be in the North.
He said his visit to NAN was to seek working partnership and cooperation in order to drive home the mandate.
Mr Ponle, while responding, gave his guests the assurance of the reliability of the agency’s partnerships.
Ponle told the committee members that they came to the right place at the right time and that technology transfer had taken the centre stage in the agricultural development of nations.
“We are willing to partner you to make it a success and in all our years of partnerships we have never failed.
“We cannot afford to fail because this is our country we benefit from,’’ Ponle said.
The NAN Managing Director further highlighted the works of the agency as well and the available services.
Mr Silas Nwoha, the Editor-in-Chief of NAN, also assured that visitors that the agency was credible and reliable with zero chance to flop in partnerships.(NAN)
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1,000 Prayer Warriors Storm Ilorin for Tinubu, Nation’s Deliverance

In a dramatic show of faith and patriotism, over 1,000 fiery prayer warriors from across Nigeria will descend on Ilorin, Kwara State, this Saturday, lifting their voices in intense intercession for President Bola Tinubu’s success and Nigeria’s survival in the face of biting economic woes and mounting insecurity.
The spiritual siege, themed “Walking in Domini”, is the maiden convention of the Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), with its Kwara State Chairman, Evangelist Thomas Adeboye, vowing that “heaven will hear and respond to Nigeria’s cry.”
Aside from marathon prayers, the gathering will roll out free medical outreach to locals across Kwara’s LGAs, a gesture aimed at touching both body and soul.
Adeboye, lamenting Nigeria’s “troubling economic and security realities”, called for a nationwide prayer uprising, insisting that Tinubu has shown the will to revive the nation but needs massive divine backing to succeed.
“Banditry, a collapsing economy, and political tension demand we seek God’s face like never before,” he declared. “We will storm heaven for wisdom for the President and governors to steer Nigeria to safety.”
The convention will also feature awards to distinguished personalities, soul-lifting worship, fiery sermons, and unity-driven lectures—all capped with thunderous prayers for Nigeria’s redemption.
Adeboye urged the President to ensure every policy has “a human face,” stressing that Nigerians must not only endure but also enjoy the fruits of governance.
With the OAIC promising to reaffirm believers’ authority in Christ and rally spiritual boldness in the face of national challenges, Ilorin is set to become the epicentre of a powerful spiritual warfare for Nigeria’s destiny.
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Nigerian Anglicans Condemn Lesbian Archbishop of Wales, Deepening Global Anglican Rift

…Church leaders accuse Welsh counterparts of “spiritual decadence” and “abandonment of faith”
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has issued a forceful condemnation of the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the Archbishop of Wales. The move is the latest in a series of developments that have deepened divisions within the global Anglican Communion over sexuality and doctrine.
In a statement from Primate The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, the church denounced the election as a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a sign of “spiritual decadence” and “an outright abandonment of the faith once delivered to the saints.”
Archbishop Ndukuba warned that Bishop Vann’s elevation compromises the Anglican Church’s global mission and could obstruct evangelism. He compared the situation to the controversial tenure of Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church, who also faced intense criticism from conservative Anglicans for her progressive views.
The Primate accused Bishop Vann of being complicit in the “ongoing crisis” around same-sex issues, stating that the election is a “clear revelation that many who claim to be members of the body of Christ cannot endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3–4).
The Church of Nigeria called on Anglicans worldwide to reject “rebels” and “apostates” and to instead support conservative bodies like the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON).
“The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) condemns, unequivocally rejects, and will not recognize the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann as Archbishop of Wales,” Ndukuba declared. He concluded with a solemn warning that without repentance, the Church in Wales risks losing “complete relevance” and its leaders will face judgment.
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Anglican Church Urges Government To Prioritize Citizen Welfare

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, has called on political leaders to prioritize the welfare of citizens.
During a recent church service in Abuja, Ndukuba noted that many Nigerians are struggling with challenges brought on by the global economic downturn. He urged state and local governments to implement new initiatives to lessen the impact on their communities.
The Primate also stressed that the federal government must effectively monitor its programs to ensure that Nigerians fully benefit from the nation’s democratic gains. He argued that if the current administration can effectively tackle corruption, the country would significantly benefit from the economic policies of President Tinubu’s government.
Ndukuba concluded by asking the congregation to continue praying for those in authority, remain committed to national unity, and show love and support for the less privileged. He also tasked the newly inducted members of the Church Mothers’ Guild with aggressively spreading the gospel.