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BOA Partner to Move Vulnerable Nigerians into Livelihoods
The Federal Government has partnered with the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) to help vulnerable Nigerians move from humanitarian assistance to sustainable livelihoods.
The partnership was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding…
FG Plans Rehabilitation of 417 Grazing Reserves Nationwide
The Federal Government plans to rehabilitate 417 grazing reserves and establish modern ranching settlements in areas affected by farmers-herders clashes.
Minister of Livestock Development Idi Mukhtar Maiha disclosed the plan on Tuesday…
BOA Launches Farmer Support Programme in Jigawa
The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) has partnered with WACOT Limited to begin distributing farm inputs to smallholder farmers in Jigawa State under the Renewed Hope Smallholder Farmer Support and Value Chain Programme. The BOA farmer support…
Expert Warns Against Nigeria’s Fish Import Policy
Nigeria’s fish import policy is weakening local aquaculture and slowing efforts to achieve food security, create jobs and reduce pressure on foreign exchange, according to fisheries expert Dr Olukayode Olubiyi.
Speaking in an interview,…
Shettima Urges Investment in Agriculture, Maritime Economy
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria has the resources to become one of the world’s wealthiest countries if it fully develops its agricultural potential and maritime economy.
Speaking on Wednesday at the Niger Delta…
AFAN Backs Northern Security Trust Fund Initiative
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has welcomed the creation of the Northern Security Trust Fund, describing it as a major step towards improving security and supporting agricultural activities across Northern Nigeria.
In a…
FG Secures 449,000 Tonnes of Fertiliser, Saves N61.58bn in 2026
The Federal Government has secured over 449,000 metric tonnes of fertiliser inputs—equivalent to about nine million bags—as of May 2026, generating N61.58 billion in savings this year through strategic procurement.
These efforts aim to…
Oluremi Tinubu Promotes Home Gardening for Food Security
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has encouraged Nigerians to embrace home gardening, saying it can improve household food security, reduce food costs and provide families with fresh produce.
Speaking after harvesting vegetables from her garden…
Tomatoes Price Surge 32%, Beans,Garri Offer Relief —NBS
Nigeria’s food market showed signs of changing inflation dynamics in May 2026, with sharp increases in the cost of key perishables offset by steep declines in staple food prices, according to the latest Food Price Watch report released by…
Zichis Agro-Allied Engages NIFOR To Boost Production Capacity
Zichis Agro Allied Industries Plc has moved to strengthen its position in Nigeria's palm oil industry through a strategic engagement with the Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR), as the company advances plans to…