
Rice price skyrockets as local production declines
Rice consumption in the country has been on a steady rise, beyond the reach of local supply, leading to a supply gap of about two million metric tonnes annually, a new report has disclosed. This has led to an over 37 per cent increase in the price of the commodity so far in 2023. This […]

Boat tragedy: Taraba recovers 20 bodies, bans night travel
The Taraba State Commissioner for Special Duties and Social Development, Saviour Noku, has said at least 20 bodies have been recovered from the boat accident that occurred along the Mayo-Renewo-Karim Lamido Waterway in River Benue on October 28. Noku disclosed this on Saturday during a condolence visit to families of victims of the unfortunate incident […]