World Bank $500m Agric Project Threatened in North West
Banditry and controversial food import waivers risk derailing a major $500m World Bank agricultural intervention in Nigeria's North West. State commissioners demand policy changes.
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FG Sets Up Technical Team to Tackle Sheep and Goat Disease
Nigeria's Federal Government inaugurates a 33-member Technical Working Group to combat Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a major threat to livestock and food security. Learn about the national strategy.
FG Flags Off Lagos Gold Refinery, $600m Lithium Plant
Nigeria's value-addition drive takes off with a new gold refinery in Lagos and a $600 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa, announced by Minister Dele Alake in Riyadh.
Call for Danjuma to Champion Taraba's Cocoa, Palm Oil Economy
A youth-led group urges General T.Y. Danjuma to invest in Taraba's cocoa and palm oil sectors to tackle poverty and unemployment. Can this unlock the state's vast agricultural wealth?
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Tomato Prices Crash to 12-Year Low in Nigeria
Nigerian households and businesses enjoy stable tomato prices in 2025 after a record-breaking production year. Discover how strategic efforts broke a long cycle of scarcity and what challenges remain.
COP30 Outcomes: Nigeria's Climate Finance Opportunity
NCF's Dr. Joseph Onoja analyses COP30 outcomes for Nigeria, highlighting climate finance, the Tropical Forest Forever Facility, and a just energy transition. Read how Nigeria plans to act.
Nigeria mobilises private sector on $500bn biodiversity loss
Nigeria launches the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) to mobilise public and private investments against an estimated $500 billion yearly loss from biodiversity decline. Learn how this partnership aims to align economy with conservation.
Taraba Boosts Livestock Sector with New Facilities, Assets
Taraba State commissions vital livestock infrastructure and distributes assets to farmers under the World Bank's L-PRES project, aiming to enhance food security and economic growth. Read more.
NOSDRA Boss Calls for Deliberate Food Production Drive
NOSDRA DG Chukwuemeka Woke advocates for a collective national effort in agriculture to achieve food security and economic stability in Nigeria. Read his full call to action.
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FG, Niger State Unveil New Housing-Agriculture Economic Model
The Federal Government and Niger State partner to create integrated farming and housing estates, aiming to unlock rural capital, create jobs, and boost agriculture. This new model ties home ownership to farm income.
FG Opens Artificial Insemination Centre in Sokoto
The Federal Government commissions a Livestock Development and Artificial Insemination Centre in Sokoto to enhance genetics, food security, and create jobs. Read more.
Where is Harmattan? Nigeria's Vanishing Cold Season
Unprecedented heat replaces Nigeria's harmattan season, raising urgent climate questions. Experts warn of environmental shifts and call for immediate action. Read the full analysis.
14,800 Ondo Youths Targeted in IFAD LIFE-ND Project
Over 14,800 youths in Ondo State are set to benefit from IFAD's LIFE-ND Additional Financing programme, focusing on agriculture and enterprise. Learn how to apply.
Kaduna Farmers Seek FG Help Over N10.16bn Loss
Over 2,143 Kaduna grain farmers appeal to the Federal Government for subsidised inputs after a devastating N10.16 billion loss in 2025. Read their urgent plea to avert a food security crisis.
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Cashew Could Earn Nigeria $10 Billion Yearly
NCAN reveals Nigeria's cashew value chain can generate $10 billion annually with proper development. Learn about the untapped potential and upcoming Nigeria Cashew Day 2026.
Nigeria's Cashew Industry: $10 Billion Yearly Potential
NCAN reveals Nigeria could generate $10 billion annually from cashew with right policies. Weak processing and data gaps hinder growth. Nigeria Cashew Day 2026 aims for national policy.
UN: 35 Million Nigerians Risk Severe Hunger by 2026
A UN report warns 35 million Nigerians could face severe hunger in 2026 due to insecurity and climate change. Urgent action is needed to secure farmlands and avert famine.
Hippos Kill 3, Destroy N180m Crops in Gombe
Farmers in Hinna, Gombe, plead for help as hippopotamus attacks claim lives and destroy farmlands worth over N180 million. Urgent government intervention needed.
Emir Raises Alarm Over Neglected Yamaltu-Biu Road
The Emir of Yamaltu, Abubakar Aliyu, warns that the deplorable Yamaltu-Biu Road is crippling farming communities. He calls on the FG and NEDC for urgent intervention to save lives and the economy.
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Nigeria's Food Insecurity Crisis: Expert Analysis
Prof. Bosede Lawal reveals why 26m Nigerians face food insecurity and outlines solutions like NEEP and extension service funding. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria's Cocoa Industry Seeks Funding for Global Competitiveness
Nigeria's cocoa industry is losing over $2 billion annually due to under-explored value chains. Stakeholders call for urgent government funding and policy reforms in 2026 to boost production and compete globally.
Katsina Secures N52bn Agric Investment from Two Firms
TORQ Agro and Al-Hikma Fertiliser redeem N52bn pledge for Katsina's agricultural sector, boosting poultry, soybeans processing, and value chains. See how this transforms the state's economy.
Nigerian Women Driving Food Security & Exports - PAWISCA
PAWISCA is positioning Nigerian women as key drivers of food security and export growth. With over 5,000 members, the initiative boosts agriculture and creative industries for poverty alleviation.
Farmers Chart Path to Agric Success in 2026
Nigerian farmers outline critical demands for 2026: land titles, modern tech, processing facilities & good roads to boost food security and slash inflation. Read their full agenda.
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Modern Veterinary Hospital Project Begins in Taraba
Livestock farmers in Taraba State celebrate as land is handed over for a new veterinary hospital in Jalingo. The L-PRES and World Bank project aims to boost animal health and farming resilience.
Bayelsa Bans Timber Transport, Stops Dredging
Bayelsa State Government bans movement of forest products and suspends all dredging activities from January 1, 2026. Commissioner Ebi Ben Ololo warns of arrests for violators. Protect the environment now!
Farmers: Cashew Export Ban Could Worsen Poverty
Nigerian cashew farmers urge the government to drop the proposed export ban, warning it will cripple the non-oil sector and increase poverty. They call for local processing plants instead.
Expert: GMOs Key to Nigeria's Food Security Amid Population Boom
US-based biotechnologist Chinechendo Eze advocates for genetically modified crops in Nigeria to combat food scarcity. She explains the benefits and addresses safety concerns, urging government action.
Nigeria Tipped as Top Cocoa Supplier to Meet Global Demand
Dr. Ebenezer Akinrinade unveils Cocoa RepubliQ, a 200-acre estate in Ogun, highlighting Nigeria's unique potential to meet rising global cocoa demand. Investment starts at N3m.
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Akpabio Donates Fishing Boats to Akwa Ibom Women
Senate President Godswill Akpabio boosts livelihoods in Akwa Ibom by donating 10 fully-equipped fishing boats to women and cooperatives in riverine communities. Read more.
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