6 h. ago Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers

Tribune Online Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers With over 80 per cent of Zamfara’s population engaged in farming, this initiative marks a vital step toward sustainability, food security and rural economic growth. Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Lasaco offers insurance solutions to strengthen FG’s food security project

In a move to support the Federal Government’s food security agenda, Lasaco Assurance Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to the read more Lasaco offers insurance solutions to strengthen FG’s food security project

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12 h. ago Nigeria second most malnourished country globally –Presidency

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Senior Special Assistant to  President Bola  Tinubu on Public Health, Uju Anwukah, has said Nigeria is ranked as the second malnourished country globally. Anwukah, who spoke at the Nutrition and Food Security summit organised by the House of Representatives Committee Nutrition and Food Security,  added  that Nigeria is ranked as the […] The post Nigeria second most malnourished country globally –Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

A growing number of Nigerians no longer believe their government can protect them from violence, hunger, or provide them succour read more Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

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32 h. ago How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner

Tribune Online How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Oyo State’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, has stated that the policies of Governor ’Seyi Makinde towards improving the agriculture sector have worked well in bringing about necessary reforms and innovations in agriculture practice in the state. He maintained that through the combination of technical services, infrastructure development and investments in […] How Makinde’s agriculture policies brought about innovations, food security in Oyo — Commissioner Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

Insecurity and climate change are threatening Nigeria’s food security target, pushing the nation closer to an emergency. Over 30.6 million read more Insecurity, climate change push Nigeria closer to food emergency

Society

58 h. ago Aiyedatiwa Calls For FG Partnership To Boost Agriculture In Ondo

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has called for stronger collaboration with the Federal Government through the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) to promote mechanised farming and enhance food security in the state. Speaking on Monday during a courtesy visit by the Ondo State Coordinator of NALDA, Chief Olusola Ayandokun, Aiyedatiwa said land clearing remains […] The post Aiyedatiwa Calls For FG Partnership To Boost Agriculture In Ondo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago FG has reduced security threats on farming in Northern Nigeria

Tribune Online FG has reduced security threats on farming in Northern Nigeria The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi Sabi has said that most of the security threats previously preventing farmers from cultivating land in parts of northern Nigeria have significantly reduced. According to AgroNigeria, Sen. Sabi, who formerly represented Niger North in the Senate, noted that many farmers are now returning […] FG has reduced security threats on farming in Northern Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Firms champion Nigeria’s agricultural transformation at World Cassava Day 2025

By Zika Bobby The 2025 World Cassava Day celebration was held in grand style in Abuja, spotlighting cassava as a cornerstone for food security, rural prosperity, and global competitiveness. The event, themed: “Farm to Global Markets: Driving Industrialization, Food Security & Exports”, brought together leaders from government, business, and development institutions to chart a new […] The post Firms champion Nigeria’s agricultural transformation at World Cassava Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US

Tribune Online Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Dorcas Sunday is an expert in agricultural communications. She is a PhD student at the University of Florida in the United States, where she is researching communications that build public trust, improve risk perception, and support behavioural change. In this interview by KINGSLEY ALUMONA, she speaks about her work and life in the US. How […] Food security not about producing more; it’s about access, sustainability — Dorcas Sunday, US-based Nigerian doctoral student Tribune Online

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6 d. ago National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday

Tribune Online National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday "This situation is exacerbated by factors such as: climate change and..." National summit on nutrition, food security to commence on Monday Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Doorcas Africa uses data to help Nigerian farmers prevent livestock deaths

As Nigeria works to improve food security and support rural livelihoods, a local startup is tackling one of the country’s read more Doorcas Africa uses data to help Nigerian farmers prevent livestock deaths

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7 d. ago GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty

By Johnson Adebowale The Global Prolife Alliance (GPA) is seeking the attention of the National Assembly (NASS) through Hon. Chike Okafor, chairman, and members, House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, to what it called “biotech sponsorship of terrorism and the assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty.” The GPA made the submission to “expose how certain […] The post GPA raises concern over assault on Nigeria’s food sovereignty appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago States get FG’s $570m grants to strengthen healthcare delivery

Tribune Online States get FG’s $570m grants to strengthen healthcare delivery The Federal Government has allocated $570 million to states as grants to strengthen healthcare delivery across.... States get FG’s $570m grants to strengthen healthcare delivery Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Nigeria And Brazil’s $1bn Deal: Can Mechanisation Boost Food Security?

A few days ago, Nigeria and Brazil signed a $1 billion agreement at the State House in Abuja, aiming to transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector through the Green Imperative initiative. The deal, formalised during the 2nd Nigeria–Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, was led by Vice President Kashim Shettima and his Brazilian counterpart, Geraldo Alckmin. The vice president […]

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9 d. ago FG advised on 2,000 tractor allocation, maintenance to safeguard food security

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Concerned over rising food insecurity, stakeholders have called on the federal government to adopt a fair and strategic approach to the allocation and maintenance of 2,000 newly acquired tractors, stressing that effective deployment is critical to boosting agricultural productivity. This comes as President Bola Tinubu announced the purchase of 2,000 mechanisation […] The post FG advised on 2,000 tractor allocation, maintenance to safeguard food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno

Tribune Online FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with farmers, displaced families, and local leaders to address food security challenges. FG reaffirms commitment to tackling food security challenges in Borno Tribune Online

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1 week ago Niger gov calls for collaboration between private, public sectors to mitigate flood disasters

Tribune Online Niger gov calls for collaboration between private, public sectors to mitigate flood disasters He said that with such infrastructure, excess water can be harvested and used for year-round food production without necessarily relying on rainfall, thereby ensuring food security. Niger gov calls for collaboration between private, public sectors to mitigate flood disasters Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Brazil’s $1bn Agric Deal To Transform Farming In Nigeria — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has declared that the $1 billion Green Imperative Programme, backed by the government of Brazil, will transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector by ushering in a new era of mechanised farming, job creation, and food security. Speaking on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving the Vice President of Brazil, Geraldo Alckmin, President […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu Hosts Queen Of Denmark, Seeks Investment In Livestock, Education

President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the importance of expanding Nigeria’s dairy and livestock economy, noting that with the country’s growing population, the sector holds enormous potential for job creation, rural development, and food security. The President spoke on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving Queen Mary Elizabeth of Denmark, who is visiting Nigeria […]

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