10 h. ago Manufacturing, Agric Sectors’ Underperformance Weakens Industrialisation

The underperformance of Nigeria’s manufacturing and agricultural sectors is significantly weakening the country’s industrialisation efforts. Industry stakeholders attributed the real sector’s underperformance to multiple challenges constraining the realisation of its huge potential. These include persistent structural challenges, including an unreliable power supply, inadequate infrastructure, limited access to affordable finance, regulatory bottlenecks, and the significant reduction […]

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40 h. ago First Bank Supports Gold, Minerals Value Chain, Sponsors Exhibition

First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Limited has offered its support to the gold and minerals value chain; hence, it has decided to be a major sponsor of the upcoming Gold and Gemstone Conference & Exhibition (GGCE) 2025. The exhibition is slated for November 24 to 28, 2025, in Lagos. The organisers said, FirstBank’s sponsorship underscores […]

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47 h. ago North West Development Commission, Firms To Sign $200m Agric MoU

The North West Development Commission said it has begun the process to sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a $200m deal to drive agriculture development and commercial farming with a bid to overhaul the region’s entire value chain. The tripartite pact involves the Commission, Shanghai Integrated Infrastructure Development Limited and Pearless Advisory Limited.   According […]

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3 d. ago Fire Outbreak At A1 Petroleum Filling Station In Ikorodu Quickly Contained By Lagos Fire Service

A major fire incident was swiftly contained on Friday at A1 Petroleum Filling Station, located at 15 Mukaz Avenue off Ikorodu Road, by Agric Bus Stop in Owutu–Ikorodu, Lagos. The quick response of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service prevented what could have been a devastating disaster. The Deputy Controller General of the Lagos […] The post Fire Outbreak At A1 Petroleum Filling Station In Ikorodu Quickly Contained By Lagos Fire Service appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Lagos fire fighters prevent massive fire outbreak involving fuel tanker

Tribune Online Lagos fire fighters prevent massive fire outbreak involving fuel tanker A fire outbreak at A1 Petroleum Filling Station, 15 Mukaz Avenue off Ikorodu Road, by Agric bus stop, Owutu–Ikorodu, was promptly put out on Friday by men of the Lagos Fire Service. Lagos fire fighters prevent massive fire outbreak involving fuel tanker Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Food security: Ekiti govt approves over N1.5bn on agric investment

Tribune Online Food security: Ekiti govt approves over N1.5bn on agric investment In a bid to ensure food security and economic development in the state, the Ekiti State government has approved fresh funds amounting to over N1.5 billion for various projects in the agriculture sector. Food security: Ekiti govt approves over N1.5bn on agric investment Tribune Online

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5 d. ago ‘Sustainable farming practices offer numerous benefits for smallholder farmers’

Hakeem Disu is the founder of Kadara Agric, a sustainable agricultural practices solution hub that leverages technology to improve farm read more ‘Sustainable farming practices offer numerous benefits for smallholder farmers’

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7 d. ago UK seals £5m deal with AGRA to boost agric in Nigeria, others

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The United Kingdom (UK) has disclosed plans to spend £5 million in partnership with Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) to boost agricultural trade and strengthen food system in Nigeria and other African countries. UK Minister for Africa, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Lord Collins of Highbury, made […] The post UK seals £5m deal with AGRA to boost agric in Nigeria, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Nigeria, Colombia strengthen ties with BASA, security cooperation, agric agreements

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, and Colombia’s Deputy Minister for Multilateral Affairs, Mauricio Jassir, have emphasised the growing bilateral ties between the two countries, underscoring a shared commitment to inclusive growth, expanded trade, security cooperation and multilateral engagement. In a press conference held on the sidelines of the meeting […] The post Nigeria, Colombia strengthen ties with BASA, security cooperation, agric agreements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria, Colombia strengthen ties with BASA, security cooperation and agric agreements

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, and Colombia’s Deputy Minister for Multilateral Affairs, Mauricio Jassir, have emphasised the growing bilateral ties between their countries, underscoring a shared commitment to inclusive growth, expanded trade, security cooperation, and multilateral engagement. In a press conference held on the sidelines of the meeting between […] The post Nigeria, Colombia strengthen ties with BASA, security cooperation and agric agreements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Oyo govt partners Chinese investors on revolution of Agric sectors

Tribune Online Oyo govt partners Chinese investors on revolution of Agric sectors He assured the visiting team that his administration is ready to provide enabling environment. Oyo govt partners Chinese investors on revolution of Agric sectors Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Kano women to boost food production through climate smart agric training

No fewer than 50 women selected from eight Local Government Areas of Kano State have been trained on climate smart read more Kano women to boost food production through climate smart agric training

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2 w. ago Don seeks adoption of inclusive agric policy to achieve sustainable food economy

Tribune Online Don seeks adoption of inclusive agric policy to achieve sustainable food economy A professor of agricultural economics, Professor Oluyede Aturamu, has advocated the need for an inclusive agricultural policy and stakeholders’ partnership towards achieving a sustainable food economy in the country. He argued that aside from the policies and regulatory framework, the implementation by the government and its agencies must be consistent in a bid for Nigeria […] Don seeks adoption of inclusive agric policy to achieve sustainable food economy Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Financing agriculture pathway to curbing $10bn food import bill – Kyari

By Chinyere Anyanwu The Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has stated that rethinking the country’s module of agricultural financing is critical to building a sustainable non-oil export economy. The minister stated this during the 2025 First Bank Agric & Export Expo held in Lagos yesterday. The programme was themed; “Fundamentals of Building […] The post Financing agriculture pathway to curbing $10bn food import bill – Kyari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians

Tribune Online Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians "Infrastructure is not just about roads and ports, but it is about building efficiency into every step of the supply chain.... Produce acceptable agric produce to compete internationally, Minister tells Nigerians Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non

Tribune Online FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non-oil export driven economy FIRSTBANK, the premier West African financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce the 2025 edition of the FirstBank Agric and Export Conference themed “The Fundamentals of Building a Non-Oil Export Driven Economy“, which will take place today at the Eko Convention Centre. Building on the momentum of previous successful editions, this […] FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non-oil export driven economy Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Agric Ministry, NDLEA partner to fight cannabis abuse, boost food security

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have joined forces read more Agric Ministry, NDLEA partner to fight cannabis abuse, boost food security

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3 w. ago Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari has pledged his ministry’s support to the ongoing drug control efforts by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), especially in the areas of creating alternatives for illicit drug producers and provision of agricultural opportunities for drug users undergoing rehabilitation to […] The post Min of Agric partners NDLEA to fight illicit drugs, rehabilitation of drug users appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FG Inaugurates MSME Committee To Strengthen Agric Value Chain

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has inaugurated the Implementation Technical Committee on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and the National Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives of Nigeria (NACCON). The mandate is strengthening the agricultural value chain, driving corporate partnerships, boosting economic growth, and creating more opportunities for Nigerian farmers. At the ceremony in […]

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4 w. ago Cocoa export hits N1.2trn, accounts for 29% agric export — Presidency

Tribune Online Cocoa export hits N1.2trn, accounts for 29% agric export — Presidency “Cocoa is no longer just a commodity. It is a vital contributor to our economic transformation and a driver of our green economy agenda... Cocoa export hits N1.2trn, accounts for 29% agric export — Presidency Tribune Online

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