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Nigerian flour good for baking Italian pizza – Envo

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3 months ago

November 18, 2024

By Maureen Okon

Abuja, Nov. 18, 2024 (NAN) Mr Stefano De Leo, the Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, says mixing Italian ingredients with Nigerian flour is good for baking his country’s pizza.

Leo said this at the ongoing inaugural event of Italian 9th International Week of Cuisine scheduled from Nov. 15 to Nov. 23 in Abuja.

According to him, the Italian cooking technique and ingredients can be used with Nigerian ingredients or ingredients found wherever Italian citizens resident in the world.

“The Italian cooking techniques and ingredients can also be used with ingredient from a far land and this can be sustainable by using local products of our host community instead of importing flour from Italy.

“So, by patronising Nigerian flour, it will add value to Nigerian flour market, also what we are saying is that we can make a lot of things without importing our products from our country.

“So, this will boost the local economy and attract interest to Nigerian food sectors, by invariably encouraging the local farmers in Nigeria,’’ he said.

Leo also said that the event was celebrated as Italian lifestyle which was also part of the country’s income generated sector.

“The embassy celebrates the Italian lifestyle because it’s part of our economy which includes pasta, pizza, tractors, seeds, technology and agriculture and whatever is linked to food is what makes Italy important for tourists.

“Tourists go to Italy to taste the pizza and wine which is part of our economy and that’s why we celebrate the Italian lifestyle all around the world in November.

“ To share with our host communities and friends on our kind of lifestyle by enjoying life with them. Also looking for partners who will want to buy our wine, invest in agribusiness and buy our technology.

“So, the main focus of this event is to entertain our guests and to partner and share business ideas of what Italy can do for our host community to promote business opportunities,’’ he said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the pizzas showcased at the inaugural event were top Italian pizzas such as Neapolitan, Sicilian, Roman and Bagel pizzas among.

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Hon. Amadu ‘Mai Place’ Pour Encomiums on His Secretary on Her Birthday

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3 weeks ago

January 15, 2025

The Gleamer

The House Committee Chairman on Sports Hon Kabiru Amadu has celebrated with her Secretary Farida on the occasion of her birthday celebration.

Fondily called “Mai Place” who is representing Gusau/Tsafe Federal constituency in the House of Representatives on Wednesday described her as backbone, unseen but essential to everything that stands.

He wrote: “a good secretary is like a backbone, unseen but essential to everything that stands.
“I take this moment to deeply honor and appreciate you for your incredible dedication, professionalism, and kindness. Your contributions have been nothing short of remarkable, and it is impossible to overstate that fact.

“You are indeed the backbone without which nothing moves. Through your meticulousness and attention to detail, you ensure that every meeting is well-organized, every agenda is clear, and every decision is accurately recorded. The office operates efficiently and effectively.

“I must confess that I was inspired by the values you embody, which make you stand out. Thank you for your warm and caring nature; you make us feel supported in everything we do. It is no exaggeration to say that we are lucky to have you as part of the team.

“Thank you for being such a remarkable personality. We wish you the very best in all your endeavors. May God reward you accordingly.”

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