A Medical Imaging Scientist, Dr Livinus Abonyi, has called on the Federal Government to tackle all forms of poverty and hunger with greater vigour, in order to reduce the burden of ill health in the country. Abonyi, a Lecturer in the Department of Medical Radiography, Faculty of Clinical Sciences at the University of Lagos, College…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the drop in the prices of food items as well as petroleum products is an indication that economic policies of the President Bola Tinubu’s administration are beginning to yield results. He stated this during the 4th edition of 2025 ministerial briefing featuring the…
In a bid to address the growing concerns of farmers in Imo State, the state’s House of Assembly has passed a resolution calling for increased security measures to protect farmers and their farms from criminal invasions. This followed a motion presented by Hon. Chisom Ojukwu,which aims to ensure the safety and well-being of farmers, who…
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, has unveiled plans to revitalise Nigeria’s leather industry by promoting local manufacturing of shoes, belts, and bags. Speaking on Channels Television, Maiha underscored the need for centralised abattoirs and skin collection centers to enhance the efficient use of hides and skins. He stressed that structured animal processing would…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Adamawa has warned fruit dealers against using chemicals to ripen fruits and advised consumers to be cautious. NAFDAC’s Coordinator in Adamawa, Mr. Gonzuk Bedima, issued the warning in an interview with newsmen in Yola on Thursday. Bedima identified the most commonly used chemical…
The alarming rate of post-harvest losses in Nigeria has led to a staggering N3.5 trillion annual revenue loss, with a significant portion of agricultural produce never reaching consumers. Ahmed Alex Omah, a global ambassador for the World Packaging Organisation, believes that proper packaging can significantly reduce this loss. Omah emphasised the critical role of packaging…
The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has attributed the recent decline in food prices to increased supply meeting steady demand. In a video posted on his official X handle late Monday night, Kyari credited the price reduction to the 2024 harvest season, which significantly boosted food production. He also linked it to…
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has donated Agricultural inputs to the Jigawa state government. The inputs include 10,000 Water Pumps with all accessories, 10,000 pieces of Knapsack’s sprayers, 10.000 liters of Herbicides, 10,000 liters of Pesticide and 10,000 liters of Organic Fertilisers. The move is to support agricultural transformation in the…
In a bid to unlock its vast agricultural potential, Kaduna State has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The agreement, which was formalised through a technical cooperation agreement, aims to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security, and stimulate socio-economic growth in the state. The partnership will focus on supporting…
It is probably the most grassroots organised forum for farmers in the country. And if properly run, the forum will be effective in tackling food insecurity. That must have informed the decision of the Anambra State government to throw its weight behind the Anambra Community Young Farmers Forum (ACYFF). The launching of the forum was…
