Economy

South-South Farmers Decry Lack Of FG, State Government Support

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May 12, 2025

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South-South Farmers Decry Lack Of FG, State Government Support

South-South farmers decry lack of FG, state government support. Some city returnees currently undertaking rainy season farming in the South-South region have decried the lack of support from the government.

The farmers said in a survey that wet season farmers face challenges in the South-South region.

The farmers also urged the state governments in the region to support them with funds and farm inputs.

They further urged the governments to quickly address the security challenges in some communities to enable farmers to cultivate without fear.

Some unskilled workers in the cities are returning to their communities to embark on rainy season farming. One of them, Richard Ndoma, an indigene of Ikom in Cross River, said that lack of funds and seeds was a major challenge to his interest in establishing a large cassava farm in his community.

Mike Ewa, from Boki, also said the current economic situation in the country had affected his plan for massive investment in farming during the rainy season.

Elijah Ugani, from Yala, shared similar views with Ndoma and Ewa and joined the call for government support.

When contacted, Cross River’s information commissioner, Erasmus Ekpang, said Governor Bassey Otu’s government was committed to supporting all categories of farmers in the interest of food security and sufficiency.

In Rivers, the farmers also called for government support and described wet season farming as an opportunity to eliminate hunger and poverty.

The farmers who described the wet season as the best crop yield stated that the benefits of rain to the soil and crops were numerous and should not be undermined.

Godwin Akandu, the Etche Farmers Cooperative Union president, said that the rains provided a “rich opportunity” for non-mechanised farmers to cultivate their crops.

Mr Akandu, who cropped mainly cassava, yam, cocoyam and vegetables, said that although the rains could boost plant growth and yield, excessive rainfall could erode soil nutrients.
Imelda James, from Abua, stated that excessive weed was a huge challenge to rainy season farming.

Ms James, who said Abua was known for producing yam, plantain, banana, and vegetables, said the lack of fertilisers had negatively affected crop yield.

In Akwa Ibom, the farmers said that although wet season farming was capital-intensive, it could be rewarding if the right measures were taken.

South-South Farmers

Akpan Inem, from Ibiono, said wet season farming should be considered a serious economic activity, not a venture for the frustrated in society.

Mr Inem said the government at all levels should support citizens who showed interest in wet season farming to boost local food production.

He said it took serious discipline and a sense of commitment for people to leave the cities to cultivate farms during the rainy season.

Aniedi Edet, a civil servant in Ikot Ekpene, said that a lack of funds to invest had plagued his interest in wet season farming.

Speaking at a recent public function, Owoidighe Ekpoattai, the special adviser to Mr Eno on agricultural development, said the state government was willing to support anyone genuinely ready to return to the farm.

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

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November 29, 2025

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.

He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.

“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.

He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.

Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

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November 29, 2025

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials

As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.

The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.

He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.

Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.

“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.

“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.

“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.

The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.

“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.

“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.

He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.

Crime

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

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November 29, 2025

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.

Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”