In a major move aimed at reviving agricultural productivity across the state, the Zamfara State Government has commenced the distribution of 59,205 bags of fertilizer along with other essential farm inputs to thousands of local farmers. The initiative, which is part of the administration’s broader agricultural intervention programme, is designed to cushion the impact of
July 8, 2025 In a strong show of support, the National Farmers Coalition has commended President Bola Tinubu and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) for the disbursement of N19.5 billion to 50,000 farmers under the AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The Coalition, in a statement issued on Monday, described the intervention as timely, strategic, and
Akure, July 8, 2025 — Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has formally invited collaboration with the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) to expand mechanised farming, improve land access, and enhance food security across the state. The governor made this announcement during a courtesy visit by NALDA’s State Coordinator, Chief Olusola Ayandokun, at the
The North Central region of Nigeria, encompassing states such as Benue, Kwara, Niger, Plateau, Nasarawa, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), continues to assert its dominance as a key contributor to Nigeria’s agricultural output—playing a pivotal role in national food security and economic resilience. From staple food crops like yam, maize, millet, rice, and cassava,
July 7, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to improving food security and enhancing agricultural productivity by systematically eliminating structural bottlenecks hindering the sector. Speaking during a bilateral meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, President Tinubu
July 6, 2025 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged that his administration is actively dismantling obstacles hindering agricultural and food production in Nigeria, as part of his Renewed Hope Agenda to ensure national food security and economic stability. The President made this known during a bilateral discussion with his Brazilian
The Lagos State Government has flagged off a Vegetable Farming Competition for public and private senior secondary schools across the state, as part of its broader initiative to promote agricultural education and food security among youths. The competition, spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, aims to engage students
Jos, Plateau State — July 1, 2025 — Alhaji Nasiru Sani, Manager of the Galambi Cattle Ranch, has cautioned farmers against indiscriminate use of pesticides and herbicides, warning that any chemical application resulting in cattle deaths could spark serious conflict with herders. Sani’s comments come amid mounting tensions between herders and farmers across parts of Plateau
Nigeria may be the biggest cassava producer in the world, but it’s making little profit from it. Despite growing about 20 percent of all the cassava in the world, the country controls only two percent of global cassava processing. This shocking gap was brought to light by industry experts who say Nigeria is missing out
