Nigerian poultry farmers are in distress as low purchasing power leads to unsold chickens during the festive season, despite significant price reductions. Discover the economic factors behind this market paradox.
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.
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.
Kaduna Christian clerics applaud Governor Uba Sani for fairness, equity, and inclusive governance during the state's Christmas carol. Read how his leadership is fostering peace.
Kaduna police and military intensify 24-hour patrols on the Kaduna-Abuja highway for a safe Christmas. IGP Egbetokun's directive boosts security on the crucial corridor. Read details.
Governor Uba Sani signs Kaduna's N985.9bn 2026 budget, prioritizing education with 25%. See the full sectoral breakdown and focus on grassroots projects.
ICEHD convened 52 stakeholders in Lagos to tackle financial barriers for rural women farmers, exploring climate finance pathways and gender-responsive solutions for resilience.
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.
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani attended the 2025 Christmas carol, urging unity and highlighting his administration's achievements in roads, health, and agriculture. Read more.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva calls on the European Union to finalize the long-delayed Mercosur trade pact, aiming to create the world's largest free trade zone. Read the latest updates.
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.
The Nigerian Senate has urged the government to subsidise fertilisers and revive commodity boards to stabilise markets and protect farmers' livelihoods. Read the full story.
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Suspected bandits launched a fresh attack on Oreke town in Kwara state, killing two youths and forcing residents to run for their lives. Read the full report on the worsening insecurity.
Farmers in Benue State face financial ruin as market prices for crops collapse while fertiliser and transport costs remain high. Many threaten to quit farming next season. Read more.
WACOT Limited disburses over N158m to 2,062 Osun cocoa farmers for sustainable practices. The initiative rewards quality and promotes financial inclusion in agriculture. Read more.
Governor Uba Sani finalises a $200m poultry deal with China, set to create 350,000 jobs and generate $450m annually for Kaduna State. Read the full story.
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi alleges foreign support for terrorists in Nigeria, citing a reversal in security gains. He calls for enhanced intelligence and diplomacy.
Nigerian poultry farmers announce updated rates for eggs and adult chickens. Despite a drop in inflation, staple foods remain costly, squeezing household budgets ahead of Christmas.
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.
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.
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
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'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.