The Akwa Ibom State Government has launched a new generation of improved cassava varieties aimed at enhancing food security, increasing farmers’ incomes and accelerating agricultural transformation across the state. The initiative, unveiled at the Assured Model Farm in Ikot Akpan Essien, Oruk Anam Local Government Area, forms part of the agricultural revolution pillar of the…
The Cross River State Government has officially launched its 2026 Wet Season Farming Programme, distributing improved seed yams and agricultural inputs to farmers across the state as part of efforts to strengthen food security and boost agricultural output. The programme was flagged off in Calabar and represents Governor Bassey Otu’s renewed push for rural development and…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates applying for Education programmes and Agriculture-related non-engineering courses will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The announcement was made on Monday through the board’s official X handle during its ongoing 2026 admission policy meeting. According to JAMB,…
Concerns over Nigeria’s agricultural financing system took centre stage at the 2026 Agriculture and Agro-Allied Summit in Lagos, as farmers accused financial institutions of diverting funds meant for agricultural development into the real estate sector. Speaking at the summit organised by the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce, former Chairman of the Agriculture and Non-Oil Group of the Lagos…
The Federal Government has disbursed ₦396.7 million in insurance claims to smallholder farmers in four states as part of efforts to protect Nigeria’s food system from climate-related risks. The payout, facilitated through the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit in partnership with Leadway Assurance and PULA Advisors, was unveiled at the 2025 Wet Season Insurance Pay-out…
The World Bank has approved a $500 million International Development Association (IDA) credit to support Nigeria’s agricultural sector under the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth Project, also known as AGROW. The initiative aims to enhance productivity, strengthen value chains, and improve food and nutrition security across the country. The funding, approved on March 30,…
The Senate has urged the management of the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) to prioritise investments in agriculture and security in the implementation of its 2026 budget. Chairman of the Senate Committee overseeing the Commission, Titus Zam, made the call on Monday when the Commission’s management appeared before the committee to defend its 2026 budget estimates….
The Federal College of Agriculture, Akure, Ondo State, has denied reports claiming that the Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the Ogunmokun Family in a land dispute involving the institution. Reacting to media reports suggesting that the apex court ordered the family to take over part of the college’s land, the provost, Dr. Albert…
In a bold effort to boost food production and empower young entrepreneurs, the Lagos State Government has launched Lagos Agrithon 2025, committing ₦150 million in funding for promising agrifood startups. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, made the announcement during a press briefing at the Ministry’s Conference Room on Monday. “This year,…
The Federal Government has signed an agreement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to commit over $158 million to support smallholder farmers in nine states across northern Nigeria. An agreement was signed during a meeting chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, with several governors and deputy governors…
