Category: Agriculture

In a groundbreaking effort to catalyze socio-economic growth and development, Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho recently convened a landmark empowerment program in Idah Federal Constituency. This visionary initiative aimed to equip local farmers with cutting-edge agricultural equipment and startup capital, thereby enhancing their productivity and livelihoods. The program featured expert-led sessions on “Human Capital Development and…

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has initiated the distribution of improved seeds, chemicals, and fertilizers to 10,000 farmers across the state’s 16 local government areas for this farming season. Governor AbdulRazaq stated that this initiative is part of his administration’s efforts to ensure a bountiful harvest and enhance food security in both the state and…

From Lateef Taiwo Dr. Haruna Garus Gololo, has described the creation of Livestock Ministry as another landmark achievement by president Tinubu. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday, the former Campus Coordinator of the vice president Yemi Osibanjo, for president said that, “president Tinubu deserved commendations for this landmark , the creation of Lives Stock…

By Milcah Tanimu Mr. Mufutau Abolarinwa, the National President of the Cocoa Association of Nigeria (CAN), emphasized the critical role of agriculture in combating the challenges of unemployment, insecurity, and underdevelopment facing the nation. Speaking in Ilorin, Kwara State during the 13th Annual General Meeting of the association, Abolarinwa highlighted the pivotal importance of agriculture…

The Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Olayide Adelami, welcomed the new leadership of the Ondo State Agricultural Commodities Association (OSACA) in Akure. During a ‘thank you’ visit to the deputy governor, the association expressed their gratitude to the Aiyedatiwa administration for its attention to crucial sectors. Chief Abiodun Adejo, the new chairman of OSACA, conveyed…

… as agric ministry commences verification of farmers’ data. Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin All is set for the official flag-off and distribution of farm inputs to both the rice and maize farmers across the 16 Local Government Areas of Kwara State. The State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, dropped the hint…

By Milcah Tanimu The federal government has announced plans to establish a national committee dedicated to promoting Nigeria’s agritourism sector. This initiative aims to capitalize on the growing global interest in agritourism and strengthen the agribusiness sector by developing a comprehensive framework and standard operating guidelines. Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sabi…

By Milcah Tanimu Farmers in Nigeria are set to receive soil health cards in a groundbreaking initiative by the Federal Government, according to Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security. This initiative aims to assess soil health and provide tailored recommendations to enhance soil fertility and productivity. Speaking at…

By Milcah Tanimu Tech firm Flexify Solutions Limited has unveiled “CyberAgric,” a groundbreaking mobile application poised to revolutionize Nigeria’s agricultural sector by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI). CyberAgric is designed to empower Nigerian farmers, particularly those engaged in cash crop cultivation like cassava and maize, by providing innovative features such as early disease…

From Lateef Taiwo In support of the “Every Home A Garden Initiative” of Nigeria’s First Lady, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of the President of the Senate, Her Excellency, Ekaette Unoma Akpabio, on Wednesday, led some students of Saint John Paul II College Uyo, on a farming expedition in the state. The excursion…