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Nasarawa Targets 1.2 Million Rice Bags to Boost Nigeria's Food Supply

Nasarawa to harvest 1.2 million rice bags for Nigeria

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 Targets 1.2 Million Rice Bags in Historic Harvest

Nasarawa targets 1.2 million bags of rice

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.

Rice Prices Crash by 40% in Nigerian Markets as Supply Surges

Rice Prices Drop 40% in Nigerian Markets

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.

Bandits Kill 2 Rice Farmers, Abduct Teenager in Kwara Community Attack

Bandits kill 2 farmers, abduct teen in Kwara attack

Suspected bandits killed two rice farmers and abducted a teenage boy in Bokungi community, Kwara State. The attack occurred during harvest season, highlighting security concerns for rural farmers. Read more about this tragic incident.

Nigeria's Maritime GDP Below 15% Sparks PPP Push for N22trn Blue Economy

Nigeria's 15% maritime GDP triggers PPP push

Nigeria's low 15% maritime GDP contribution sparks urgent PPP drive to unlock N22.12 trillion blue economy potential through fisheries, tourism and port modernization.

AGRA Report: Mixed Food Prices Across Africa in October 2025

AGRA: Food Prices Rise & Fall Across Africa

AGRA's Food Security Monitor reveals mixed food commodity prices in Africa. Maize prices ease in Nigeria & East Africa, while rice costs rise in coastal West Africa. Discover the full analysis.

German Experts Slam €500bn Fund, Cut 2026 GDP Forecast

German experts cut 2026 GDP forecast to 0.9%

German economic experts criticize the government's €500bn spending plan, warning it will provide only a minor boost to the struggling economy. They have cut the 2026 GDP growth forecast to 0.9%. Read more for the full analysis.

Hilda Baci Makes History Again! Receives Second Guinness World Record Plaque for Epic Jollof Rice Achievement

Hilda Baci Gets Second Guinness World Record Plaque

Nigerian culinary superstar Hilda Baci celebrates another milestone as she receives her second official Guinness World Record plaque for cooking the largest pot of jollof rice, cementing her status as a global food icon.

German Factory Orders Slump: Economic Worries Deepen as Manufacturing Declines

German Factory Orders Decline in June 2024

Germany's factory orders unexpectedly fell in June 2024, raising concerns about Europe's largest economy. Latest data shows manufacturing sector struggles continue.

Swiss National Bank Rakes in Massive Profits as Gold Prices Skyrocket

Swiss Bank Profits Soar with Gold Price Surge

The Swiss National Bank reports staggering profits driven by soaring gold prices and favorable foreign exchange rates, marking a significant turnaround for the central bank.

NGX Bounces Back: Investors Rejoice as Market Gains ₦285 Billion in Spectacular Weekly Turnaround

NGX Gains ₦285BN as Market Stages Impressive Comeback

The Nigerian Exchange Limited staged an impressive recovery, adding ₦285 billion in market capitalization as banking and insurance stocks led a bullish charge, reversing previous losses and signaling renewed investor confidence.

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