The Asian Chronicle

EDITORIAL A former US President once said during his presidential campaign, ‘it’s the economy, stupid.’ This phrase was meant to reinforce the simple fact that what was at stake during those elections was the economy. In this issue, we will paraphrase Bill Clinton’s words and say that, ‘it’s innovation stupid.’ This issue shows how innovation has teamed up with renewable energy in Nigeria to make a difference in the farms and lives of simple Nigerian farmers. In the same vein, we lay out funding opportunities and green awards that can trigger innovation. Happy reading! Editing by Environmental Africa Team ( www.environmentalafrica.com ) NEWS AND ANALYSIS NIGERIA’S QUEST TO MECHANIZE INDIGENOUS FARMING Farming shouldn’t have to be boring, tiring and unproductive. This is the central message of Dr Mohammed Khalid Othman’s post on the importance of mechanized and indigenous farming in Nigeria. He reveals that more than 70% of the farmers in Nigeria use...

President of India attends first foundation day of Bandhan Bank President of India condoles the passing away of Mr. S.r. Nathan, former President of Singapore Literary manuscripts must be well preserved for future generations, says President President of India inaugurates new office building of Bharat Chamber of Commerce Akashvani Maitree Channel can play a Significant Role in Promoting and Preserving the Composite Bengali Cultural Heritage, says President PM condoles the demise of Former President of Singapore Mr. S.R.Nathan BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction meet adopts Udaipur Declaration Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh assures NSG of upgrading their infrastructure and training needs Sports Minister Constitutes Two Member Committee to inquire into the allegations of Marathon runner O.P.Jaisha NFAI to support State Governments for safeguarding country’s cinematic heritage: Secretary I&B Centre to focus on building infrastructure for sports; Application invited fo...

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