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Muslims Attend Kaduna Christmas Service Promoting Unity

In a powerful display of unity, hundreds of Muslims from across Northern Nigeria joined a Christmas service in Kaduna. Religious leaders champion peace and urge youths to reject violence. Read the full story.

Cross River SAPZ to Empower 20,000 Beneficiaries

Cross River State aims to train 20,000 farmers in climate-smart agriculture, with 60% slots for youths, boosting cocoa, rice & cassava value chains. Learn how this initiative will transform the state's economy.

Kaduna 2026 Budget: N100m Allocated to Each Ward

Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.

EDEN Group Unveils EDNI to Boost Agriculture and Health

Eden Moringa Group launches EDNI Limited, an agricultural platform to support farmers, improve rural incomes, and expand access to health products in Nigeria. Discover how this initiative tackles economic hardship.

Only 1.4% of Nigeria's budget goes to agriculture

Nigeria's agriculture sector gets a meager 1.4% of the federal budget annually, hindering mechanisation and food security. Experts call for urgent investment to combat rising food costs and insecurity. Read the full analysis.

Feed Costs, Input Access Challenge Nigeria Poultry Farmers

Despite being Nigeria's most commercialised livestock segment, poultry farmers face high feed costs and limited input access. The Minister of Livestock reaffirmed commitment at the LAPO Chicken Fair, highlighting collaboration for food security.

Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointments to Key Federal Boards

President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments to the boards of UBEC, the Bank of Agriculture, and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). Get the full list of appointees and their geopolitical zones here.

Tinubu Names Al-Makura, Others to Key Boards

President Bola Tinubu has approved new board appointments for NADF, Bank of Agriculture, and UBEC. Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura retains his role as UBEC chairman. Read the full list of appointees.

FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security

The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.

Catholic Priest Abducted in Kaduna, Nigeria

Gunmen abducted Fr. Emmanuel Ezema from St. Peter's Church in Rumi, Kaduna. The Catholic Diocese of Zaria calls for prayers amid rising insecurity. Read details and reactions.

N4bn Smart Agric Project Benefits 14,000 Bauchi Farmers

Over 14,000 smallholder farmers in Bauchi North are gaining climate resilience and income through a N4 billion regenerative agriculture initiative by Heineken Africa Foundation and Nigerian Breweries. Read more.

Kaduna Free Buses Save Citizens N1.39bn

Kaduna's free CNG bus service has transported over 1.4 million passengers, saving residents N1.39 billion in fares. See the full impact of Governor Uba Sani's transport scheme.

Nigeria Gets $100m AfDB Loan for Youth Fund

Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.

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