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Food Security
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Peter Obi decries severe food insecurity across Northern Nigeria
Peter Obi has criticized the government's handling of the food crisis in Northern Nigeria, citing a UN report that highlights record-level hunger affecting millions of citizens.
Kano Consumer Protection Agency Vows Legal Action Against Counterfeit Agrochemical Sellers
The Kano State Consumer Protection Agency is preparing to prosecute vendors of fake agrochemicals following reports of crop damage across the state.
Kano State Government Supplies 150 Truckloads of Fertiliser to Local Farmers
Governor Kabir Yusuf has initiated the distribution of 90,000 bags of subsidised fertiliser across Kano State to boost food security and assist farmers during the 2026 farming season.
Nigeria tomato costs expected to drop in August
TOPAN officials expect tomato prices to fall by August as wet-season harvesting begins and suggest improved storage to stabilize long-term market supply.
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.
Ogun State Launches Steering Committee to Lead National Community Food Bank Initiative
Ogun State has inaugurated a steering committee for the National Community Food Bank Programme, a project led by Senator Oluremi Tinubu to reduce malnutrition among vulnerable populations.
Federal Government Stresses Necessity of Private Investment for Nigeria’s Agricultural Growth
The Nigerian government admits it cannot fund agricultural transformation alone, calling for a new blended finance approach to attract private investment and manage sector risks.