Category : Agriculture


NALDA Vows to Move Nigerians from Poverty to Prosperity

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has reiterated its commitment to transform Nigeria's agricultural sector and lift millions from poverty to prosperity, as announced by Executive Secretary Engr Cornelius Adebayo at a recent lead

Nigeria Secures $496M UK Dairy Deal for Food Security

Nigeria has signed a $496 million dairy investment deal with UK-based Asset Green Ltd to enhance food security, reduce imports, and modernize agriculture. The project includes climate-smart farming and a processing facility.

FG Designates IITA Ibadan as Ramsar Wetland of Importance

The Federal Government has officially designated the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) campus in Ibadan as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, recognizing its ecological significance for biodiversity, wa

GCIEP Projects $1.5B Yearly Revenue from Plastic Recycling

The Green Cities, Infrastructure and Energy Programme (GCIEP) projects Nigeria's plastic recycling sector could generate $1.5 billion yearly, with a $10 billion market opportunity. Stakeholders in Lagos discussed unlocking investment through collaboration

Kano Ramadan Feeding Boosts Economy, Creates Jobs

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's Ramadan feeding initiative in Kano has become an economic catalyst, creating temporary employment for hundreds while stimulating local markets through massive procurement of food items.

SWDC TransComs Initiative Aims to Boost Food Production

The South-West Development Commission (SWDC) has launched the Transformed Communities (TransComs) initiative to address infrastructure deficits and enhance agricultural productivity in rural South-West Nigeria through coordinated improvements.

Tomato Prices Soar After Ramadan as Northern Harvest Ends

Tomato prices in Nigeria are projected to rise significantly following Ramadan due to the conclusion of the harvest season in northern states. A 50kg basket currently sells for N20,000 in the north, with prices potentially reaching N40,000 in other region

Dangote Fertiliser Gains Market Share as Iran Output Falls

Dangote Fertiliser Limited is experiencing a surge in global demand as Middle East tensions disrupt supply chains and reduce Iranian production. The Nigerian company is expanding its footprint with plans to become the world's top urea exporter.

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