…speculation, fact from fear, and ask the hard question: As Nigeria plants the seeds of biotechnology, are we also planting the seeds of agricultural colonialism? A GMO is a plant, microorganism or animal whose genetic makeup has been altered to express desired traits, usually for higher yields. The debate around it has…

…from innovators across renewable energy, agriculture, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, healthcare, manufacturing, education, financial technology, climate technology and industrial engineering. “This overwhelming participation demonstrates one undeniable reality: Nigeria is blessed with an abundance of innovativ…

…grants, impact-driven research" in areas including "medicine, AI, renewable energy, biotechnology, climate science, manufacturing, transportation, defence technology and public health." The activist also proposed establishing a "National education & innovation cloud" featuring "digital libraries, academic journals, AI…

…aquaculture, maritime transport, tourism, shipbuilding, renewable energy, and marine biotechnology." In his keynote address, the Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Duoye Diri, commended President Tinubu for establishing the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, describing it as a strategic step towards diversifying…