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Dike Onwuamaeze writes on efforts to boost maize production in the country
The Bayer Nigeria Limited (BNL), a subsidiary of Bayer AG, Germany, is spearheading improved cultivation of maize in Nigeria with the introduction of products that are targeted at changing the current narrative of maize farming in country from low yield to increased maize yield through the introduction of the Dekalb, the Lagon, the Decis and the Belt Expert.
The BNL said the Dekalb is a quality hybrid maize seed and the Lagon, which is an innovative selective pre-emergence herbicide that is specifically designed for maize and cassava.
The Lagon has a broad range of actions against grasses and broadleaves weed present in maize and cassava fields, with possible reactivation after drought. The BNL said that proper application of the Lagon could assure farmers of up to eight weeks weed control.
Leadway Assurance Company Limited has listed the relevance of data and digital channels in driving insurance market.
The insurer also said insurance companies that want to remain relevant in the nearest future must consciously create digital channels that are customer friendly, customer-centric and device ways of delighting their customers in order to position their products in the minds of the customers.
Speaking on the topic “Insurance For The Future In 2021,” at the virtual training for insurance journalists organised by Leadway Assurance Company Limited, the company’s Principal and Investment Strategy Manager, Mr. Akinyemi Alebiosu, said underwriting in the future was going to be driven by data.
Over the years, stories have been told of how success changes people. Well, this has not been the case of the Chairman/CEO of Air Peace airlines, Barr. Allen Onyema. At least, not in the books of those who don’t have anything personal against the man.
The Nigerian born social activist and billionaire never cease to create an impression of a man who not only cares for his countrymen but one who is humble and down to earth. Despite his several successes and achievements as an entrepreneur and conflict resolution expert, he has maintained an aura of warmth and love that can easily be felt by all who come in contact with him.