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BATN Foundation Empowers Smallholder Farmers with Kilns

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BATN Foundation Empowers Smallholder Farmers with Kilns

 

In a bid to empower and support fish farmers in Lagos State, the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATN Foundation), in partnership with Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority has donated eleven smoking kilns to Fish Farmer cooperative groups, including those with impaired hearing comprising over 220 members.

The partnership initiated since 2018 aims at building the capacity of fish farmers under the Fingerlings to Fork Project and the donation of smoking kilns is part of an effort to prevent post-harvest loss and support the socio-economic development of smallholder farmers in the state.

In her opening remarks, Ololade Johnson-Agiri, the Executive Director of the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation, explained that the Foundation’s support to farmers over the years has shown that, in addition to teaching farmers best agricultural practices for optimized fish production, it is vital to provide market access and empower them to add value to their commodity in order to be immune to price volatility.

The handing over ceremony, which was held at Lagos State Agricultural Development office, Oko-Oba Agege, had in attendance government officials, fish farmers’ groups, cooperative societies across the state as well as members of the press.

Ms. Ruth Abisola Olusanya, Lagos State Commissioner of Agriculture, who was represented by Mrs Kosoko Tawakalitu Enitan, the Programme Manager; Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority, in her keynote address, challenged the benefiting fish farmers to make good use of this opportunity to actualize fruitful fish processing in the state and reiterated that this project is supporting the Lagos State government in its effort to ensure food sufficiency and security across major agricultural value chains.

The Commissioner also used the opportunity to call on other organisations to emulate the BATN Foundation by collaborating with the state in its drive towards ensuring sustainable food security in the state.

In closing, the Permanent Secretary, Kosoko Tawakalitu Enitan who was represented by the Director of Technical Services, Dr. Isaiah Oladipo Opadokun stated that LSADA is committed to impacting the lives and livelihood of farmers in the state and this partnership is a testament to its resolve to solve major bottleneck inhibiting the growth of these farmers. He further stated that since the inception of the fingerlings to fork project, over 814 beneficiaries have been trained in the modern technology of fish farming and management and four smoking kilns provided. He noted also that this year’s donation is different because, unlike previous years where only a kiln is provided, eleven kilns have been fabricated for distribution to cooperative groups.

On behalf of the recipients, Kingsley Njoku, Vice-President of the Lagos State Deaf Farmers’ Cooperative, thanked the Lagos State Government and British American Tobacco Foundation for their generosity especially for including people with disability as part of the recipients of the smoking kilns. He stated that this is the first time the term ‘inclusivity’ means something to them and pledged that all members of the cooperatives would have access to the facilities.

BATN Foundation is an independent charitable organization incorporated in Nigeria in 2002 to support the socio-economic development of Nigeria. Since its incorporation, the Foundation has implemented over 280 community development projects in the 36 states of the Federation including the FCT, reaching over 1.3 million beneficiaries

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Family Fun Unleashed: Indomie Love Bowl Premiering This Month

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The premiere of the “Indomie Love Bowl,” a family game show sponsored by Indomie in collaboration with Multichoice, is scheduled for October 22, 2023.

 

The 13-episode series will showcase three families per episode, competing for the coveted title and attractive prizes.

 

The victorious family in the reality show stands to gain significant rewards, with the first-place winners earning an impressive 5 million Naira.

 

The second and third-place families will receive 2.5 million Naira and 1.5 million Naira, respectively. Beyond the cash prizes, the winning families will relish a two-year abundance of Indomie products, renowned for their delightful flavor and quality.

 

Asiwaju Temitope, Head of Corporate Communications for Indomie, emphasized the brand’s deep connection with love and excitement in the food category as the driving force behind the show.

 

The primary goal of the show is to elevate values such as love within families, particularly emphasizing the special bonds between mothers and children.

 

The collaboration with Multichoice was a strategic move, leveraging its broad outreach and the widespread accessibility of DSTV in numerous households. This ensures the game show’s broad and impactful reach.

 

“We created this games show and we chose this with family represented by mums and children. It’s going to involve several families and winners willl emerge based on the programmes. 3 families will emerge as winners with consolatory prizes. We chose Multichoice because it is a big reach and there’s no home where you won’t find DSTV”.

 

Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and West Africa Channels at Multichoice West Africa, underscored that the “Indomie Love Bowl” revolves around themes of unity, bonding, and the special affection between mothers and children.

 

Set to debut on October 22, 2023, at 7 pm on the Africa Magic Family channel, the show aims to deliver thrilling moments and dynamic interactions among family members.

Stephanie Coker, the show’s host and On-Air personality, expressed her joy in being involved in the project, particularly as a mother. She eagerly anticipated watching the show with her daughter, celebrating the special bond between mothers and children, the exciting games, and the evident team spirit. Coker also emphasized the chemistry with her co-host, Darasimi, promising an engaging experience for the audience.

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BUA Takes Bold Step: Slashes Price Of Cement

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BUA Cement PLC has declared a cut in the price of its cement product to N3,500 per bag, effective from Monday, October 2, 2023.

 

. The company cites its dedication to fostering growth in the building materials and infrastructural sectors as the reason behind this reduction.

 

The announcement was made through a statement posted on its X page, previously known as Twitter.

 

This decision follows the chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu’s commitment to reviewing the product’s price after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu weeks ago.

 

The statement read in part, “We refer to our previous pronouncements regarding our intent to reduce cement prices upon the completion of our new lines at the end of the year, in order to spur development in the building materials and infrastructure sectors.

 

“As per the commitment made to reduce prices and following a periodic review of our operations for efficiency, the management of BUA Cement Plc wishes to announce and inform our esteemed customers, stakeholders, and the public that effective October 2, 2023, we have decided to bring the price reduction forward.

 

“As a result, BUA Cement would now be sold at an ex-factory* price of 3,500 Naira per bag so that Nigerians can begin to enjoy the benefits of the price reduction before the completion of our plants.

 

“Upon completion of the ongoing construction of our new plants, which would increase our production volumes to 17million metric tonnes per annum, BUA Cement PLC intends to review these prices further in line with our earlier pronouncements by the first quarter of 2024.”

 

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Again, Dangote Clinches ‘Brand of the Year’ Award

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Dangote Industries Limited has received the prestigious Brand of the Year award, acknowledging the company’s outstanding corporate performance in the past year.

 

At a ceremony held in Lagos, John Ajayi, the Publisher of Marketing Edge, clarified that the award conferred upon Dangote is the flagship recognition, highlighting the company’s consistent contributions to the economic advancement of Nigeria and Africa.

 

Mr. Ajayi emphasized that this recognition encompasses a broad spectrum of business investments and corporate initiatives carried out by Dangote across the African continent.

 

He noted “This recognition covers many business investments and corporate interventions carried out by the company in Africa as a continent.”

 

During the award presentation, he credited Dangote’s exceptional position in its industry to its robust efforts in generating employment opportunities, thereby positively impacting numerous youths.

 

Additionally, he praised Dangote Industries for its steadfast dedication to the development of vital infrastructure.

 

He highlighted that the award presentation marked a significant milestone during Marketing Edge’s 20th-anniversary celebration and the 11th edition of its annual Brands and Advertising Excellence Award.

 

Numerous other brands were also honored for their exceptional achievements in the market.

 

Mr. Ajayi underscored that Marketing Edge’s two-decade presence in the industry has firmly established it as a trustworthy and authoritative partner for all stakeholders in the Nigerian marketing and advertising landscape.

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