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Farmers
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Federal Government Distributes High-Yield Seeds to Counter Late Rains
To combat the negative effects of delayed rainfall, the Nigerian government has started distributing certified cowpea, groundnut, and sesame seeds to farmers nationwide.
Kidnappers Seize Two Farmers in Ondo, Seek N100 Million Ransom
Two farmers were kidnapped in the Parubber community of Ondo State by armed men who are now demanding a N100 million ransom for their release.
Severe Rainfall Causes Widespread Agricultural Destruction Across Nigeria
Severe flooding fueled by heavy rainfall is causing extensive damage to farms and livelihoods across multiple Nigerian states, prompting urgent calls for government intervention.
Governor Uba Sani Marks Three Years of Providing Free Fertilizer to Farmers
Governor Uba Sani has launched a major distribution of free fertilizers and tractors to 150,000 farmers in Kaduna, marking the third consecutive year of this agricultural support program.
Oyo Security Summit: Leaders Denounce Ethnic Profiling and Call for Unity
Stakeholders in Oyo State are calling for national unity and a rejection of ethnic profiling following a high-level security meeting aimed at addressing kidnapping and communal conflicts.
FCT Farmers Frustrated by Stalled Fertilizer Distribution
Farmers in the Federal Capital Territory are demanding the immediate release of 6,800 bags of free fertilizer, claiming that bureaucratic delays are threatening their 2026 planting season.
Two Farmers Murdered in Plateau State Ambush
Two farmers were killed in separate ambushes in Takkas community, Pankshin LGA, raising security concerns among local residents during the busy farming season.
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.