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Farming
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Benue farmer forced to abandon harvest after bandits demand N500,000 ransom
A Benue State farmer has fled his home after local bandits demanded N500,000 to grant him access to harvest his own crops.
Rising Burger Costs Fail to Boost Farmer Profits
While consumers face 'burgerflation' and rising prices for summer food staples, farmers and small-scale food producers report that these increased costs are not translating into higher profits for them.
The Brutal Reality Behind Illegal Hare Coursing Syndicates
Organized criminal gangs are turning the rural countryside into a violent stage for illegal hare coursing, using intimidation and extreme tactics to evade the law and profit from high-stakes gambling.
Escalating Bandit Violence in Kebbi Sparks Community Alarm
Residents of Wasagu, Kebbi State, are calling for urgent government action after bandit attacks led to the death of one farmer and the abduction of another.
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.
Governor Lawal Provides Extensive Farm Aid to Zamfara Agricultural Sector
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has launched an agricultural support initiative, distributing 72,000 bags of fertiliser and other essential farming inputs to farmers across all 14 local government areas to boost food security.
Cross River Farmers Criticize Bank of Agriculture Over Inaccessible Funding and Neglect
Farmers in Cross River State claim that the Bank of Agriculture is failing to support genuine producers, citing impossible application processes and a lack of government intervention.
Jigawa Governor Launches 2026 Wet Season Support for 90,000 Farmers
Jigawa State has launched its 2026 agricultural support scheme, providing subsidised fertiliser to 90,000 farmers and solar pumps to improve irrigation productivity.