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Agriculture

July 4, 2024

FG holds world press conference to persuade Nigerians GMO foods are safe for consumption

Federal government agencies have allayed Nigerians’ fears over the safety of genetically modified organisms (GMO) crops.

GMO and Non-GMO Crops
July 4, 2024

Nigeria’s Flooding Alert: 148 LGAs to be overrun by flood, NIHSA says

NIHSA’s 2024 Annual Flood Outlook reveals that 148 local government areas across 31 states, including Lagos, Rivers, and Kano, are at high risk of flooding.

Flooded Ibeju-Lekki
July 3, 2024

Abuja: FCT-ACReSAL distributes tractors, tillers to community groups

Under the ACReSAL project, three utility vehicles, improved seeds, fertilisers, insecticides, and other agrochemicals were Also distributed.

July 3, 2024

Niger, FG sign MoU on engaging corps members in agriculture

The signing of the MoU took place at the Government House in Minna on Tuesday.

Governor Mohammed Umar-Bago
July 3, 2024

EU unveils digital platform to boost investment in Nigeria’s agribusiness

The European Union has unveiled a digital platform to boost investment in Nigeria’s agribusiness sector.

July 1, 2024

Insecurity: MACBAN warns executives to avoid extortion

Its national president, Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, issued the warning in a statement on Monday.

Miyetti Allah
June 29, 2024

Plateau government donates tractor to LGA to boost farming

Mr Dakul restated the state government’s commitment to revive the state economy through agriculture.

Caleb Mutfwang
June 28, 2024

Gov. Ododo commends selection of Kogi as special agro-industrial processing zone

The governor said it would enhance job creation and guarantee food security in Kogi and Nigeria at large.

Kogi State governor, Usman Ododo,
June 28, 2024

NEMA issues flood alerts to 19 LGAs in Jigawa

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says at least 19 LGAs of Jigawa are in high- and moderate-risk areas.

flood (credit: premium times)
June 27, 2024

Kwara targets food security, distributes farm implements, passenger boats to agro-entrepreneurs

The governor urged the beneficiaries to consider the assets as theirs and optimise the benefits.

Passenger boats, grinding machines