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The Kaduna State Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with the African Industries Group, based in Bucharest, Romania, to revolutionise irrigation farming in Gurara and establish a cutting-edge greenhouse project.

Governor Uba Sani, who disclosed this during a working visit to Bucharest, described the agreement as significant in the quest to unlock Kaduna’s vast agricultural potential.

In a statement, Governor Sani said the strategic alliance represented more than an investment but a bold leap toward making Kaduna a beacon of agro-industrial excellence.

According to him, “By harnessing the promise of our Special Agro-Processing Zone (SAP-Z) and the Africa Quality Assurance Centre (AQAC), we are equipping our farmers to become not just producers, but key players in a globally competitive agricultural economy.”

He added that the project would enhance food security, deepen rural prosperity, and lay the groundwork for Kaduna to emerge as an export-oriented agro hub, attracting world-class investments and generating jobs for the youth.

While describing Romania as a country renowned for agricultural expertise, fertile lands, and advanced technology, Governor Sani expressed optimism that the partnership would enable Kaduna to harness Romania’s European market connections and global agricultural heritage to strengthen its role in international trade.

“Kaduna’s evolution into one of Nigeria’s premier investment and agricultural destinations is no accident. It is the product of fertile land, industrious people, and a government that prioritises infrastructure, innovation, and investor confidence.

“We are building more than farms and factories; we are building a resilient economy that bridges local effort with global opportunity.

“This is the Kaduna we envision: a self-sustaining, globally connected state where prosperity is not a promise but a lived reality for every citizen.”

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday returned to Abuja after concluding his annual working vacation in Europe.

Tinubu arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and was received by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Abdullahi Sule.

Also at the airport were his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun.

The Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the President’s return in a statement issued on Monday.

He said Tinubu concluded his work vacation ahead of schedule and would resume official duties on Tuesday.

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The President departed Nigeria on September 4 for France, intending to split his annual holiday between France and the United Kingdom.

During his stay in Paris, Tinubu held a private luncheon with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace.

Both leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and pledged to strengthen partnerships for mutual prosperity and global stability.

Three commanders of the ISWAP terrorist group have been killed by troops of the Nigerian military during the terrorists’ attempted ambush in Cross-Kauwa, at the lake Chad region.

They were identified as Modu Dogo Munzir of Dogon Chukun, an unidentified Munzir, and one Abu Aisha, Qaid of Tumbun Mota.

Eight other terrorists were also neutralized in the foiled ambush which saw the terrorists detonate a command improvised explosive device on Monday.

According to Operation Hadin Kai Theater Command, troops of Sector 3 were on a scanning and picketing patrol along Baga-Cross Kauwa, a known supply route of the terrorists in Kukawa Local Government Area.

“In the first encounter on 15 September 2025, at about 8:00am, troops of Sector 3 on a scanning and picketing patrol along the Baga–Cross Kauwa Main Supply Route in Kukawa Local Government Area were ambushed by terrorists who detonated a Command Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and opened fire on the patrol team” a statement from the Theater Command reads.

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It added that a gun battle ensued after the bomb blast, forcing the terrorists to flee with varying degrees of injuries leading to the recovery of 14 motorcycles, AK-47 rifles with magazines, rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, anti-aircraft, several blankets and other sundry items including drugs.

The Theater Command also stated that two gun trucks that could not be extricated due to terrain conditions were subsequently destroyed around Alargarno and Doro Naira, with additional terrorists neutralised by the Air Component of OPHK with precision guidance support from the Multi-National Joint TaskForce Intelligence Support Response platform.

The theater says no casualty was recorded in the operation on the part of the government troops.

Troops of Sector 1 along with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and hunters conducted offensive operations at Umbo in Madagali LGA of Adamawa State at about the same time the ambush in Kukawa was taking place.

In the encounter, three other terrorists were neutralised, while several others fled with gunshot wounds.

A Professor of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management, Prof Chris Obisi, has decried the lack of funding for research in the nation’s higher institutions, calling on corporate organisations to assist.

Obisi, who lectures at the University of Lagos, was a guest on Channels Television’s breakfast show, Sunrise Daily.

He lamented that some companies were sponsoring Big Brother Naija but were reluctant to sponsor universities’ intellectual research.

“There should be more synergy between research, research outcomes, industry, and the university so that industry can be funding university and research outcomes, which some companies are not doing.

“It’s a shame, I don’t want to sound depressed. How can a company be sponsoring Big Brother but cannot fund research? How can a company be playing to the gallery but cannot fund research?

“This is a sort of misplaced priority, and that is why we are lagging,” he stated.

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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated two Nigerians, Farouk Gumel and Tobi Amusan, on their recent accomplishments, describing them as sources of national pride.

The Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced the President’s message in a State House release on Tuesday.

Tinubu praised President Duma Boko for appointing Gumel as Chairman of the newly launched Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund.

He described the appointment as “a testament to Gumel’s expertise, dedication,” and the growing international regard for Nigerian professionals.

“As Vice Chairman for Africa at the Tropical General Investment Group, among other roles, Gumel has been instrumental in Nigeria’s food sufficiency efforts,” Tinubu said.

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The President expressed confidence that Gumel’s leadership will enhance Nigeria’s reputation for excellence in global finance and international economic management.

Amusan’s Silver Medal

Tinubu hailed Amusan for winning the silver medal at the women’s 100m hurdles final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Monday.

Amusan clocked 12.29 seconds, finishing behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who secured gold in a national record of 12.24 seconds.

Grace Stark claimed bronze in 12.34 seconds, and Olympic champion Masai Russell finished fourth with 12.44 seconds.

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The President praised Amusan’s drive and resilience, stating, “Tobi has once again shown that determination and patriotic spirit make any height attainable.”

He added that her achievement serves as a source of inspiration and pride for Nigerians at home and abroad.