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PRIVATE SECTOR, NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, OTHERS, DIFFER OVER PROPOSED LAW ON HIGHER DUTY ON SUGAR PRODUCTS

Vivian Ikemba11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Nigerian Employers Consultative Association (NECA) and the Federal Ministry of France, have kicked against a proposed increase in excise duty on sugar sweetened products. Stakeholders at a public hearing at the Senate wing on Thursday, took divergent positions on moves to increase duty on carbonated Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSB)…

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TINUBU DECLARES OPEN GRAZING A CAPITAL OFFENCE

Vivian Ikemba11 months ago11 months ago02 mins

The Federal Government has imposed a nationwide ban on open grazing in what officials describe as one of the most decisive moves yet to curb the persistent herder–farmer conflict. The Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Mukhtar Maiha, announced the policy on Tuesday at the inauguration, and maiden meeting of the National Council on Livestock Development…

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HYDROLOGICAL AGENCY PARTNERS GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SECTOR ON GLOBAL FLOOD DISASTER MANAGEMENT

Vivian Ikemba11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), in partnership with government and private sector stakeholders, has unveiled a $500 million fundraising drive for the Global Flood Disaster Management Project (GFDMP). The ‘Stay Afloat’ initiative aims to strengthen early-warning systems, expand resilient infrastructure, build technical capacity, and enhance community engagement in flood-prone areas. Representing President Bola Tinubu,…

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NESTLE, OTHERS EMPOWER 25,000 FARMERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SOYA BEAN IN NIGERIA

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

Nestlé Nigeria, through its seasoning brand MAGGI, has announced a major expansion of its Regenerative Agriculture (RegenAg) initiative to support 25,000 smallholder farmers across the country in sustainable soybean cultivation. The move follows the successful completion of a ₦100m pilot project that demonstrated how climate-smart farming can boost productivity, improve soil health, and strengthen food…

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FAO REGIONAL INITIATIVE: NIGERIA PREACHES ROBUST PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO DRIVE IMPROVED AGRICULTURE METHODS

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

The best way to achieve food security and better practice in agriculture is to involve the private sector in agriculture programmes and transformation efforts. This was the submission of the Nigerian delegation during a forum at the recent World Food conference in Italy. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, who led…

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WORLD FOOD FORUM: FG SAYS ITS SUBSCRIPTION TO SOUTH SOUTH COOPERATION WILL ENHANCE FOOD SECURITY

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

The federal government is determined to pursue benefitting development programmes through its involvement in the South South and Triangular Cooperation, SSTC, an initiative involving multilateral organisations as well as donor nations of the global north and the South South nations to facilitate efforts at tackling issues like the climate change and food security. To this…

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SAYS IT IS INSPIRED BY SUPPORT FROM FAO TO FURTHER PURSUE FOOD SECURITY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

The support by the Food and Agriculture Organisation, FAO has served as an added incentive for the Nigerian government to remain committed to the pursuit of food security and the development of the rural communities in the country. This was revealed on Monday by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari. The…

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NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT LEVERAGES ON INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP TO RESTATE COMMITMENT TO IMPROVED SEEDLINGS AND ATTAINMENT OF FOOD SECURITY

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago04 mins

If anyone was in doubt about the commitment of the often stated determination of the federal government to improve seeds and ensure food security, he needs to read this assurance by the minister of agriculture and food security, Senator Abubakar Kyari. He said on Monday that the government continues to make efforts, including getting into…

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WORLD FOOD DAY: ABIA COMMITTED TO FOOD SECURITY

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

The Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti has joined the global community in commemorating the 2025 World Food Day with the theme: “Hand in Hand for Better Food and Better Future.” The event, held at the International Conference Center, Umuahia, was a celebration of food security, agricultural innovation, and the resilience of farmers. Represented by…

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AGENCY CANVASSES FOR DATA TO ENHANCE AGRICULTURE AND IMPROVE FOOD PRODUCTION

Vivian Ikemba12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

The Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Mohammed Ibrahim, has called for a data-driven transformation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, urging stakeholders to embrace innovation, technology, and evidence-based policymaking as key tools for achieving food security. Ibrahim made the call on Thursday at the 25th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Association of Agricultural…

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FOOD SECURITY: PRESIDENTIAL PROMISE AS HARD CURRENCY

AGROECOLOGY IS THE SOLUTION TO FOOD INSECURITY IN NIGERIA-DON

NATIONAL BUREAU OF STATISTICS ATTRIBUTES A DOWNWARD SLIDE IN INFLATION TO MODERATION IN FOOD PRICES

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON CLIMATE CHANGE COLLABORATES WITH OTHER STAKEHOLDERS TO TACKLE THE FINANCING GAP IN CLIMATE GOALS

NAFDAC INDICTS CHINESE NATIONALS IN PRODUCTION OF FAKE GOODS IN NIGERIA

NAFDAC POLICY INCREASES LOCAL DRUG MANUFACTURERS, AS DRUG IMPORTS TAKE A FREE FALL

NIGERIA CUSTOMS BURSTS WILDLIFE TRAFFICKING RING, ARRESTS THREE SUSPECTS, SEIZES 48 ANIMALS

MORTALITY RATE FROM LASSA FEVER DISEASE SPIKES, AS ACTIVE SECTOR OF THE POPULATION COMES UNDER ATTACK

STATES WARNED AGAINST PROMOTING CONFLICTING MINING RULES CAPABLE OF DISCOURAGING INVESTORS

FCTA LAUNCHES ANTI-RABIES CAMPAIGN IN ITS SIX AREA COUNCILS

Vivian Ikemba

PRIVATE SECTOR, NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, OTHERS, DIFFER OVER PROPOSED LAW ON HIGHER DUTY ON SUGAR PRODUCTS

TINUBU DECLARES OPEN GRAZING A CAPITAL OFFENCE

HYDROLOGICAL AGENCY PARTNERS GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SECTOR ON GLOBAL FLOOD DISASTER MANAGEMENT

NESTLE, OTHERS EMPOWER 25,000 FARMERS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SOYA BEAN IN NIGERIA

FAO REGIONAL INITIATIVE: NIGERIA PREACHES ROBUST PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO DRIVE IMPROVED AGRICULTURE METHODS

WORLD FOOD FORUM: FG SAYS ITS SUBSCRIPTION TO SOUTH SOUTH COOPERATION WILL ENHANCE FOOD SECURITY

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SAYS IT IS INSPIRED BY SUPPORT FROM FAO TO FURTHER PURSUE FOOD SECURITY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT LEVERAGES ON INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP TO RESTATE COMMITMENT TO IMPROVED SEEDLINGS AND ATTAINMENT OF FOOD SECURITY

WORLD FOOD DAY: ABIA COMMITTED TO FOOD SECURITY

AGENCY CANVASSES FOR DATA TO ENHANCE AGRICULTURE AND IMPROVE FOOD PRODUCTION

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