Nasarawa State aims to harvest 1.2 million bags of rice from Jangwa and Agwatashi farms, with over 600,000 bags already collected. This initiative supports Nigeria's food security under Governor Abdullahi Sule's administration.
Nasarawa State has harvested 600,000 bags of rice from its 3,300-hectare farm, with 1.2 million total expected. Governor Sule says this will boost food security and state economy.
Ex-Ondo Governor Olusegun Mimiko urges increased public spending on health and education, citing 40% child stunting. He calls for police decentralization and school meal reforms.
Civil society organizations raise concerns about Nigeria's $2.5 billion industrial farming agreement with Brazilian company JBS, demanding transparency and protection for local farmers.
Nasarawa State achieves 50% harvest target with 600,000 rice bags collected in two weeks. Governor Sule announces NASACCO Gold brand launch and expansion plans for food security.
Prof. Patrick Lumumba insists Africa's development hinges on respecting and properly funding its universities. He calls for a decolonised education to solve local challenges.
American farmers and businesses report soaring production costs due to Trump's tariffs, contradicting White House affordability claims as Thanksgiving approaches.
Katsina State Government begins N14.05 billion water conservation project in Faskari to fight desertification, boost agriculture and enhance water security for communities.
TORQ Agro invests $3.5 million in Katsina's largest poultry farm, creating 2,000 jobs and boosting agricultural economy. Groundbreaking ceremony set for November 27.
Dangote Group partners to boost Nigeria's agriculture, sponsoring the National Agricultural Show and investing in massive rice mills to create jobs and ensure food security. Discover how.
Smartisan Investment Nigeria Limited introduces innovative agricultural spraying drums in Kura, Kano. This technology increases yields by 15-20%, cuts chemical use by 40%, and tackles labour shortages for Nigerian farmers.
Valency Agro Nigeria Limited has secured N13 billion in a new commercial paper issuance. The funds will expand processing for cashew, soybean, cocoa, and sesame, boosting Nigeria's agricultural exports.
United States removes 15% tariff on Ghana's cocoa and agricultural exports, set to generate $60 million additional annual revenue for Ghana's economy. Read full details.
NADF and MasterCard Foundation launch N1.5 billion credit facility empowering 12,000 women cassava farmers in Oyo State. Initiative targets 45,000 women by program completion.
United States removes 15% tariff on Ghana's cocoa and farm exports, set to generate $60 million additional revenue annually. Major diplomatic win for Ghana-US relations.
Citizens Coalition Against Corruption calls for transparency in Dr. Muhammad Yusha'u Gwaram's appointment as Provost of Federal College of Agriculture, Kirikasamma. Read the full story.
Federal Government partners with IFAD and Heifer International to launch digital farmers' registry using NIN. New platform aims to transform agriculture and reduce resource leakages.
University of Lagos partners with IRF for Agroween 2025 festival and ARA Awards on November 25. Event aims to address food insecurity through innovation and agricultural literacy among students.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu is transforming Sokoto State into a major agro-export hub through irrigation, value addition, and strategic trade links. Discover how this SMART Agenda is creating jobs and boosting the economy.
Nigerian consumers rejoice as rice prices plummet from N95,000 to N55,000 per bag due to increased local production and imports. Traders face losses while experts warn the relief may be temporary.
NALDA unveils carbon roadmap at COP 30, placing 20,000 hectares under MRV system to tap into voluntary carbon markets while boosting food security and rural incomes.
FUNAAB welcomes its largest student intake in 38 years, matriculating 6,356 students. The VC reiterates zero tolerance for misconduct as NUC approves new management programmes.
Residents of Amaimo Umukabia in Ehime Mbano protest deplorable roads, pleading with government for immediate intervention to save their community from isolation and economic ruin.
NADF partners with BOA and IDH to provide affordable agricultural loans targeting women and youth in Nigeria's cassava value chain. Learn how this initiative boosts food security and creates jobs.
Ogun State House of Assembly has approved a motion for the immediate revitalisation of Apoje Farms in Ijebu-Igbo to boost agriculture and food security. The Assembly also addressed waste discharge from the Ogun-Guangdong Free Trade Zone.
Nigerian House of Representatives investigates alleged diversion of ₦1.12tn agricultural funds. Lawmakers demand accountability for food security programs. Read the full investigation details.
Nigeria, world's largest cassava producer, plans policy to transform raw cassava exports into high-value industrial products like starch, ethanol and animal feed.
Lagos State government unveils comprehensive agricultural transformation program targeting food security, price reduction, and post-harvest loss minimization through strategic initiatives.
Nigeria positions for global cassava leadership with 62M tonnes output. Federal Government mobilizes 80,000 farmers for N160B wheat production to boost food sovereignty.
Engr. Umar Abdullahi Umar, son of former APC chairman Ganduje, empowers 3,000 APC supporters with agricultural tools and receives 500 NNPP defectors in Kano state.