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Osun Federal Lawmaker Appoints Nine Persons With Disabilities As Special Assistants

The Source November 1, 2024 Osun, Persons With Disabilities, Special Assistants

The Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) has expressed its appreciation to Representative…

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NANS urges NSCDC, We didn't endorse any presidential candidate, NANS launches #EndASUUStrikeNow project, Lack of quality leaders pushing Nigeria to precipice, Nigeria needs detailed soil survey, fertility maps Agric Minister The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Dr Mohammed Abubakar has said that the country needs detailed soil survey and soil fertility maps for a good understanding of the best ways of evaluating the potentials of the nation’s soils for agricultural production. The Minister said that this would stop blind application of fertiliser and ensure sustainable land use. Speaking at the at the commissioning of the Soil Testing and Geographic Information System (GIS) laboratories in Abuja on Tuesday, Dr Abubakar said the soil resources on which agriculture depends must also receive special attention for sustainable agricultural production. He reiterated the Federal Government's commitment to an agriculture led diversification of the nation’s economy, he The Minister noted that the facilities being commissioned has the capacity for analysing large quantities of soil samples rapidly. He explained that the laboratory also has capacity to receive soil field data real-time for processing, analyses and mapping. Dr Abubakar said the GIS technology with its versatility will facilitate the production of soil fertility maps for different parts of the country. "This will provide current information on the suitability and capability of lands for the production of different crops and land use. "The maps will provide information on crop and location specific types of fertiliser for blending by our blenders to enhance agricultural productivity and stop blind application of fertilisers in the country. "This is another bold step towards sustainable production of food using modern technology by paying attention to the health of our soils." Furthermore, he added that the Ministry is now in a position to provide technology-driven services for effective land resources management nationwide. He said that Federal government is committed to an agriculture led diversification of the nation’s economy. "This is another bold step towards sustainable production of food using modern technology by paying attention to the health of our soils. In his remarks, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Ernest Umakhihe, said the laboratories are expected to expand soil analytical services in the country and bring soil testing services closer to our farming communities. He said: "In our drive towards attaining food self-sufficiency, the facilities we are commissioning today are expected to contribute substantially in driving the process because the soil is the starting point when we talk of food security. He added that the commissioned soil testing and GIS laboratories will facilitate the production of national soil survey and soil fertility maps for the country. "We hope to complete the project in three years, subject to availability of resources. "The Nigerian Soil Information Service (NISIS) will be established at the end of the nationwide detailed soil survey., Don't harass residents , 2023 Elections: NANS queries N305 billion INEC budget, NANS warns against splinter group, NANS urges Lagos govt to take action on cultism, drug abuse in schools, NANS against fuel hike, NANS, killings, #EndSARS, protest, NANS, media, NANS Abiodun Tai Solarin
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NANS/JCC Osun Axis Elects New Leaders

The Joint Campus Council of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS/JCC OSUN AXIS) on…

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October 30, 2024
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Aregbesola’s Suspension: Real Sins of Osun Ex-gov

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has suspended Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, a former…

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October 29, 2024
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Osun Amotekun Unveils it’s Official Website

The Osun Amotekun Corps has unveiled its official website, designed to enhance communication and transparency…

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October 29, 2024
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NUJ Press Week: Osun Commissioner Tasks Journalists On Ethical Journalism

Commissioner for Cooperative and Empowerment, Prince Bayo Ogungbangbe has urged journalists in Osun State to…

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October 27, 2024
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Police Brutalise, Detain NSCDC Personnel In Osun

...Police confirms incident There was pandemonium in Elizabeth Estate, Osogbo State capital of Osun, as…

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October 25, 2024
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Osun APC Berates Adeleke’s Govt Over Plan To Demolish Olaiya flyover

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC on Wednesday, berated the administration…

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October 23, 2024
Politics
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Politics Of Osun PDP Deliberate Misinterpretation Of Ganduje’s Goodwill Message

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the ruling Peoples…

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October 22, 2024
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Osun: Civil Society Group Slams Critics of Gov Adeleke, Calls Them Enemies of Progress

A coalition of civil society organizations has slammed critics of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke,…

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October 21, 2024
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LG Election: Osun APC Drags Gov Adeleke, OSSIEC To Court

The Osun State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC and other 19 members of…

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October 20, 2024
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Akinleye Hails Osun Commissioner for Special Duties, B.T Salam @64

Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, the Chief of Staff to Osun state governor has congratulated the commissioner…

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October 17, 2024

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