Amina J. Mohammed Calls for Global Action at the UNESCO REF and POWA Launch of the 12 Million Young Women in Agriculture Mobilisation Campaign in Nigeria Towards Attainment of United Nations SDGs Goal 1 and 2 and Enhancing the National Food Security Mandate
A landmark convergence of global leadership, national resolve, and grassroots mobilisation at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, Abuja.
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A comprehensive account of the historic convergence of global leadership, federal commitment, and grassroots mobilisation at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, Abuja.
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An exclusive account of the private working visit between Prince Ladigbolu-Oranmiyan and General Gowon, covering NYSC reform pathways, agricultural strategy, and the intergenerational vision for Nigeria's youth.
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International and national media coverage of UNESCO REF activities
Nigeria Holds Youth Summit on National Security After Protests
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Nigeria Holds Youth Summit On National Security After Protests
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Nigeria Police Revamps Training to Include Protection of Human Rights
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Sonic Foundry (NASDAQ: SOFO) Partners with UNESCO REF Nigeria
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UNESCO REF partners UK to provide loans for Nigerian students seeking higher education abroad
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IWD: UNESCO leads campaign for 12 million young Nigerian women in agriculture
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National Police Youths Summit: The Needful Now - Broadcast Live on Channels TV
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Mobilising 12 Million Young Women in Agriculture Across Nigeria
Comprehensive national empowerment programme reaching all 774 LGAs with structured training, financial support, and market linkages.
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