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FG SETS TO REVIEW CONCESSION OF SILOS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, ACCUSING COMPANIES OF UNDER PERFORMING AND FAILURE TO FILE RETURNS

Anthony Ogbekile 023 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security plans to revitalize the Silos Concession Programme to reduce post harvest losses and achieve food sovereignty. This initiative aims to ensure a resilient, efficient, and effective storage system that improves the food storage ecosystem. Senator Abubakar Kyari, the minister of agriculture and food security, who made this…

TINUBU ADMINISTRATION MOVES TO TACKLE FOOD INFLATION

Vivian Ikemba1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

There are indications that the prices of food items in Nigeria will reduce further soon to ease the challenges of consumers in the country. This follows the step being taken by the Federal government through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS). The step involved efforts to reduce food prices, following President Bola Tinubu’s…

FARMERS IN THE NORTH EMPOWERED BY NNPC FOUNDATION, FOLLOWING SIMILAR EFFORTS IN THE SOUTH

Vivian Ikemba1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

The revolution being initiated in agriculture is motivating many stakeholders to boost efforts at promoting agribusiness and food security in Nigeria. This is why Nigeria’s cash now, the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC Ltd has enlisted in efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s food security, stimulate economic empowerment, and promote national development. The corporation, through the NNPC…

FEDERAL TAKES STEPS TO TACKLE POST-HARVEST LOSSES IN AGRICULTURE

Vivian Ikemba1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

….. INITIATIVE TO SAVE N30.5 TRILLION One of the major factors said to be responsible for the scarcity of food in Nigeria is the losses incurred after harvest. Over the years it has been either ignored or treated with levity. One embarrassing development is that it took foreign agencies to emphasise this problem…

NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT STRIVING HARD TO VALIDATE AGRICULTURAL PLAN AND BOOST FOOD SECURITY

Vivian Ikemba2 months ago03 mins

The Federal Government on Tuesday launched a three-day validation workshop in Abuja to review the 2022–2024 Agricultural Joint Sector Review (JSR) reports and the 3rd National Agrifood Systems Investment Plan (NASIP) for 2025–2027, aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector. Declaring the event open at the Abuja Continental Hotel, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture…

SENATOR SUGGESTS RANCHING IN ALL LGAS TO REDUCE FARMER/HERDER CONFLICT AND THREAT TO FOOD SECURITY

Vivian Ikemba2 months ago06 mins

Senator Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has called for the establishment, development and management of ranches across all 774 local government areas and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to enhance food security across the country. Nwoko, who represents the Delta North Senatorial District in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria Abuja, said that his proposal…

THE RISE IN THE COST OF LIVING IN NIGERIA REMAINS A THREAT TO THE GAINS SO FAR IN THE ECONOMY-CPPE

Vivian Ikemba2 months ago04 mins

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has warned that Nigeria’s modest relief in headline and core inflation recorded in July 2025 may be undermined by rising food prices and persistent structural constraints in the economy. According to the July 2025 inflation report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), headline inflation…

ONE HECTARE, ONE FAMILY AGRICULTURAL INITIATIVE COLLABORATES WITH RESEARCH AGENCY ON GRASSROOTS FARMING

Anthony Ogbekile 022 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with One Hectare One Family (1H1F), a grassroots initiative dedicated to empowering families through sustainable agriculture. This partnership aims to leverage biotechnology to drive sustainable farming, innovation, food security, and rural empowerment across Nigeria. According to Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, Director…

CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE MAKES STRIDES IN IMPROVEMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION

Anthony Ogbekile 022 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI) in Nigeria has made significant strides in transforming the country’s agricultural sector through innovative crop breeding techniques. By partnering with CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research organization, NRCRI has developed improved root and tuber crop varieties that are climate-resilient, high-yielding, and nutritious. “We’ve adopted a stage-gated breeding model,…

NIGERIA LEANS ON BRAZIL FOR A BREAK IN AGRICULTURE AND ENERGY

Anthony Ogbekile 023 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Nigeria and Brazil have signed a $1 billion agreement to boost agriculture, food security, energy, and defense in Nigeria. The deal, signed in Abuja during an official visit by Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, includes the supply of mechanized agricultural equipment, training of specialists, and the opening of service centers across the country. Nigerian Vice…

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FG SETS TO REVIEW CONCESSION OF SILOS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, ACCUSING COMPANIES OF UNDER PERFORMING AND FAILURE TO FILE RETURNS

AGRICULTURE MINISTER LOBBIES STAKEHOLDERS TO COLLABORATE WITH GOVERNMENT IN EFFORTS TO PROMOTE CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE, SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEM

FIRS PARTNERS LIVESTOCK MINISTRY TO ENHANCE EFFORTS AT IMPROVING NON-OIL SECTOR FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH

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FG SETS TO REVIEW CONCESSION OF SILOS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, ACCUSING COMPANIES OF UNDER PERFORMING AND FAILURE TO FILE RETURNS

TINUBU ADMINISTRATION MOVES TO TACKLE FOOD INFLATION

FARMERS IN THE NORTH EMPOWERED BY NNPC FOUNDATION, FOLLOWING SIMILAR EFFORTS IN THE SOUTH

FEDERAL TAKES STEPS TO TACKLE POST-HARVEST LOSSES IN AGRICULTURE

NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT STRIVING HARD TO VALIDATE AGRICULTURAL PLAN AND BOOST FOOD SECURITY

SENATOR SUGGESTS RANCHING IN ALL LGAS TO REDUCE FARMER/HERDER CONFLICT AND THREAT TO FOOD SECURITY

THE RISE IN THE COST OF LIVING IN NIGERIA REMAINS A THREAT TO THE GAINS SO FAR IN THE ECONOMY-CPPE

ONE HECTARE, ONE FAMILY AGRICULTURAL INITIATIVE COLLABORATES WITH RESEARCH AGENCY ON GRASSROOTS FARMING

CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE MAKES STRIDES IN IMPROVEMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION

NIGERIA LEANS ON BRAZIL FOR A BREAK IN AGRICULTURE AND ENERGY