Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has said that the state government is ready to meet all requirements for the establishment of a Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) in the state. The Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone is expected to process maize, cassava, rice, palm oil, cashew, sugarcane and fish, in line with the commitment of…
The National Coordinator of the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP), Engr Aminu Bodinga Mohammed has identified the critical role of rural access roads in accelerating the achievement of food security. Mohammed made the statement during the project’s 7th Joint World Bank and French Development Agency Implementation Support Mission in Abuja. He highlighted the…
The Abia State Ministry of Environment has directed all persons and companies involved in any form of activity relating to the government’s forest reserves to stop forthwith and report to the ministry for discussions and process possible approvals. The directive was contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Environment Philemon Ogbonna and issued…
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to invest more in Small and Medium Enterprises and agricultural sectors to enhance the economy. The association made the call at the Investiture of the 4th chairman of Gwagwalada and District Society of ICAN and the inauguration of a new Executive Committee in…
Farmers and community leaders in parts of the Cross River northern senatorial district have lamented excessive extortions by government agents and the terrible state of evacuation roads for farm produce. In the agro-based northern Cross Rivers including Yala, Ogoja, Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku, farmers, in different interviews, said excessive extortion and a bad road network…
The Agribusiness incubation centre of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, ABIC- MOUAU, has flagged off a radio enlightenment programme tagged Farmers.’ Flagging off the interactive programme aired on Broadcasting Corporation of Abia state every Friday at 11.05 am, the Director of Agribusiness centre, Dr Philips Nto described Agribusiness as a modern concept that presents…
Nigerians have been urged to embrace Fonio as an alternate diet to local grains in a bid to promote healthier living. Fonio is an ancient grain considered as a nutrient-dense superfood that offers a viable alternative to traditional grains. It addresses common health issues such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and gluten sensitivity. “Fonio holds…
The House of Representatives has taken a significant step towards ensuring transparency and accountability in the management of federal government interventions and agricultural funding. The House has mandated its committees on Nutrition and Food Security, Agricultural Production, and Finance to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged misuse of funds by the Central Bank, NIRSAL,…
The Umuahia 3 Deanery Council of Catholic Diocese of Umuahia, has revealed plans to build a cottage industry (an oil mill project) at their already secured, vantage portion of land at Ofeme, in Umuahia North L.G.A, Abia State. The objective of the church is to complement the government, part of which is to create job…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has resolved to utilise the advantages of advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain in revolutionising agricultural practices and enhancing food security in Nigeria. This initiative represents a significant step towards leveraging technology to transform Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, promising increased productivity,…
