The Plateau Patriotic Front (PPF) has called on farmers in Plateau State to make the most of the $250,000 State Agricultural Initiatives Fund provided by the state government. Mr. Mani Imman, National Coordinator of PPF, said, “We are thrilled with the Plateau Government’s efforts in the agricultural sector, each step taken brings the state closer…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has embarked on an ambitious plan to capture the data of 2 million farmers across the country within the next 3 months. This effort is led by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC)…
The Nigerian Women for Agricultural Progressive and Development Initiative (NWAPDI) has launched an initiative to distribute 250,000 smartphones with e-healthcare features to female farmers across Nigeria. This move aims to improve their productivity, well-being, and access to vital health services. According to Omolara Svensson, National Coordinator of NWAPDI, “The smartphones will enhance digital inclusion, providing…
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the state’s territorial integrity and addressing pressing security concerns. In a recent meeting with the Cross River Elders’ Forum and other stakeholders, Otu outlined his government’s proactive measures to tackle boundary disputes, insecurity, and other challenges facing the state. The governor…
In a major breakthrough, the Enugu State Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Industrialization has registered over 60,000 verifiable farmers within 18 months. This milestone is part of the state’s ongoing effort to identify genuine farmers and provide them with necessary support. The registration program was initiated by Governor Peter Mbah, who aims to make agriculture a…
The Nigerian government is actively pursuing partnerships with global players in the mining sector to unlock the country’s vast resource potential and drive economic growth. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Minister of State for Finance, led the Nigerian delegation to the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where she highlighted Nigeria’s abundant resources and…
The Enugu State Government has earmarked ₦2 billion for the development of farm estates across the state’s 260 wards in 2025. Dr. Patrick Ubru, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialization, made the announcement in Enugu. He explained that the initiative, driven by Governor Peter Mbah’s administration, is designed to make each ward self-sufficient in food…
In an effort to combat poverty and promote economic independence, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has initiated the second phase of the Livestock Fattening Programme. The programme, part of the Kano Agro-Pastoral Development Project, aims to support livestock entrepreneurship among vulnerable groups. Under this initiative, 7,158 goats were distributed to 2,386 women across the state’s…
Plateau State University is set to take its agricultural training programs to the next level, thanks to a tractor donation from the State Government. The gift, aimed at supporting the university’s agricultural initiatives, was presented by Hon. Samson Ishaku Bugama, Commissioner for Agriculture, on behalf of Governor Caleb Mutfwang. During the handover, Vice Chancellor Professor…
Imo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Cosmas Maduba, recently led a delegation to SIAT Nigeria LTD, a renowned palm oil producer in Rivers State. The visit marked the beginning of a fruitful partnership between the state government and the private sector, aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and driving innovation in the palm…
