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The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has emphasised the importance of creating a supportive environment that fosters research, innovation, and entrepreneurship among students.
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The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has underscored the importance of creating a supportive environment
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14 Dec
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mohammed Ndarani, has urged Nigerians of all classes to return to farming to ensure food security in the country. Ndarani made this statement in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja. He expressed concern over reports that no fewer than 26.5 million Nigerians…
9 Dec
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing food security in the country with the launch of new initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity and mechanisation. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Abdullahi, revealed this during his appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday. Abdullahi highlighted the government’s ongoing…
9 Dec
Ellah Lakes has set a growth target of becoming one of the top five oil palm producers and processors in Nigeria.
Nigerians are seeking subsidies in the agricultural sector to check the rising inflation in the prices of food items
6 Dec
Chief Executive Officer of Integrated Estate Services Limited, Dr Kolawole Anunlopo, has urged the Federal Government to ensure the security of farmers nationwide to boost food production in the country. He spoke after bagging an honorary doctoral degree in Leadership and Strategic Management, alongside other prominent Nigerians, honoured in various disciplines from the University of Brazil…
5 Dec
  Energy management and industrial automation, Schneider Electric has reaffirmed its dedication to driving impactful change in Nigeria by unveiling sustainable innovative solutions to address food security challenges and promoting climate action. Speaking at the annual conference of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) which brings together engineers, policymakers, academics, and industry leaders, the firm…
29 Nov
Nigeria and France have signed a partnership on the development of critical infrastructure and the long-term sustenance of agriculture and food security, worth €300 million. Presidency spokesman Bayo Onanuga disclosed this in a statement after President Bola Tinubu and French President Emmanuel Macron signed the two agreements on Thursday in Paris, France. Earlier, President Tinubu…
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29 Nov
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to enhancing cooperation in key sectors such as food security, energy, solid minerals, education, and defence during a high-profile meeting with President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des L’Élysée.
27 Nov
The Nigerian Meteorological Society (NMetS) has solicited greater partnership with the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and other related agencies towards ensuring food security, one of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Prof. Debo Adeyewa, National President of NMetS sought for the collaboration during the opening of its National Conference and 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the…
27 Nov
GOVERNOR Babagana Zulum has established the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries Development (MILFD) to meet the food requirements of Borno State. According to him, the distribution of food items to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in camps and host communities cannot be sustained by the state government. Zulum unveiled the new ministry, yesterday, in Maiduguri, while…
27 Nov
Critical issues around the food and energy security plaguing Africa dominated discourse at the Food and Energy Security Conference in Lagos hosted by White & Case LLP in collaboration with the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), AFREXIM, and African Finance Corporation (AFC). The first-of-its-kind conference brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts from around the…

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The Enugu State Government says it proposes to spend N10 billion in 2025 for the installation of Close Circuit Television (CCTV) Security Cameras in strategic locations to enhance security. The Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Chief Chris-Roberts Ozongwu, stated this in a document he issued on Saturday to newsmen in Enugu after a breakdown of…
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