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Governor Alia Issues Ultimatum to Terrorists in Benue State
Governor Hyacinth Alia has vowed to eradicate terrorists from Benue State to ensure farmers can safely cultivate their land and support the local economy.
Bank of Industry to allocate majority of EIB loan to cocoa and dairy growth
The Bank of Industry is directing 70 percent of a new 60 million euro European Investment Bank facility toward advancing Nigeria's cocoa and dairy processing capabilities.
Vice President Shettima Initiates Niger Delta Agricultural Fund
Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched a new investment fund and council to boost agricultural development in the Niger Delta, aligning the region with President Tinubu's economic goals.
Nigeria and Morocco Partner to Enhance Agricultural Data and Food Security
Nigeria has initiated a new partnership with Morocco to develop a National Agro-Productivity System, utilizing satellite data to track crop performance and bolster food security across the country.
Edo State shuts down livestock farms for environmental regulation breaches
The Edo State Government has closed five livestock farms for environmental violations and announced the upcoming construction of regional testing laboratories in partnership with the World Bank.
Federal Government and NDDC Launch $500 Million Fund to Boost Niger Delta Agriculture
The Nigerian government and the NDDC have unveiled a $500 million agricultural fund aimed at diversifying the Niger Delta economy, boosting food security, and replacing the regional reliance on oil production with sustainable agribusiness.
BUA Foods Chairman Calls for Agricultural Investment to Combat Nigerian Hunger
BUA Foods Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu pushes for increased agricultural funding to fight hunger in Nigeria, following the company's report of ₦518.4 billion in profit for 2025.
Benue State to launch grain storage network and boost ginger farming
Benue State plans to build grain reserves across its local government areas and provide specialized training for ginger farmers to improve agricultural security.
Governor Lawal Empowers Zamfara Farmers with Extensive Agricultural Inputs
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched an initiative in Zamfara distributing 72,000 bags of fertiliser, 200,000 litres of herbicides, and various machinery to farmers across 147 political wards.
Ike-Onicha Residents Call Upon Local Deities Amid Herdsmen Incursion
Frustrated by the persistent invasion of their farmlands by suspected herdsmen, the residents of Ike-Onicha in Delta State have resorted to invoking traditional deities to protect their community.