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Nigerian onion suppliers call on Ghana to release detained shipments
The Regional Observatory of Onion in West and Central Africa has urged the Ghanaian government to intervene after five trucks carrying Nigerian onions were blocked from unloading at Kotoku Market.
Suspected Bandits Murder 23 Farmers in Latest Zamfara Assault
Gunmen on motorcycles killed 23 farmers in Zamfara State's Sauna District, with authorities deploying extra forces to track the perpetrators.
Abia State Government to Launch Greenhouses and Expand Agricultural Infrastructure
Abia State is advancing its agricultural and infrastructure sectors with plans for six new greenhouses, urban drainage improvements, and a partnership to boost export standards for local goods.
Abductors seize two farmers in Ondo, request N10 million
Two farmers have been kidnapped in Ifira, Ondo State, with family members reporting a N10 million ransom demand, though the police deny knowledge of such a request while conducting rescue operations.
Why systemic issues hinder Nigeria’s potential in the global cocoa market
Structural neglect and a weak agricultural value chain have left Nigerian farmers unable to capitalize on the multi-billion dollar global coffee and cocoa market, according to industry experts.
Sokoto State officials caution against fertiliser misuse as Kebbe receives 3,600 bags
Sokoto State has warned against the diversion of free fertiliser as 3,600 bags were distributed to farmers in Kebbe Local Government Area to boost food production.
NALDA Targets Abandoned Forests to Enhance Security and Agriculture
NALDA is reclaiming abandoned Nigerian forest reserves to combat insecurity, boost agricultural output, and promote environmental sustainability through new partnerships and large-scale plantations.
Military Forces Detain Herders for Crop Destruction in Makurdi
JTF Operation Whirl Stroke soldiers apprehended herders in Makurdi for destroying farmland, while Force Commander Major General Moses Gara reinforced security efforts following a recent attack in Otukpo-Nobi.
Governor Uba Sani Urges States to Customize Kaduna Peace Model
Governor Uba Sani has advised other states to adopt the Kaduna Peace Model by identifying local security triggers and fostering community ownership, while highlighting his administration's success in education, healthcare, and agricultural development.
Unpredictable Weather and Economic Pressures Hamper Agriculture in Yobe
Erratic rainfall and lingering economic losses from last year's poor market prices have brought farming operations in Yobe State to a standstill.