Federal Government Predicts Food Price Crash by January 2025 

Adetutu A. ARD 11 July 2024

The Federal Government announced new measures to tackle high food prices nationwide, projecting a significant price drop by January 2025. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, outlined these measures, which include suspending duties, tariffs, and taxes on imported food

Nigerian Government, Led by President Bola Tinubu, Announces Big Plans to Tackle Food Inflation and Help Local Farmers by Removing Tariffs on Rice Importation and Importing 500,000 Metric Tonnes of Maize and Wheat.

Racheal A. ARD 9 July 2024

President Bola Tinubu – ARDnig The Nigerian government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has introduced measures to combat rising food prices. These actions include a 150-day duty-free import window for essential food commodities, setting recommended retail prices, and importing wheat and maize. The plan also involves supporting local processors, engaging youth and

Ogun State Student Wins 2024 Brightest Top National Agric Science Quiz contest

Racheal A. ARD 5 July 2024

15-year-old Nimotallah Tiamiyu from Ogun State wins the 2024 Brightest National Agric Science Quiz Contest -ARDnig Summary 15-year-old Nimotallah Tiamiyu from Ogun State wins the 2024 Brightest National Agric Science Quiz Contest, earning a N4 million scholarship. The contest, organized by JustMedia Production and sponsored by OCP Africa, BlackCountry Farms, and Providus

Lagos State Invests N1 Billion Fund for Startup Development and Empowerment

Racheal A. ARD 21 June 2024

Governor Babajide Sanwo- Olu -ARDnig The Lagos State government under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has allocated N1 billion as a seed fund for startups to the Lagos State Science, Research, and Innovation Council (LASRIC) to support startup development, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth. The fund is expected to […]

UN food programme targets Nigeria, others

Adetutu A. ARD 19 June 2024

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has launched a critical initiative to provide food and nutrition assistance to eight countries in West and Central Africa, including Nigeria. The program aims to support 7.3 million people during the June-August lean season, potentially expanding to 12 million if sufficient funding is secured. The region faces severe […]

Eid-el Kabir, Kashamu Gifts 8000 Cash, Food Items, “the Essence of Eid-el Kabir

Racheal A. ARD 18 June 2024

Kashamu giving people gift on eid-el kabir day-ARDnig Honourable Abdulrasheed Kashamu, representative of Ijebu North Constituency 1 and Minority Whip of the Ogun State House of Assembly, upheld his family’s tradition of generosity by distributing cash and food items to around 8,000 people during the Eid-el Kabir celebration. Thousands gathered at the Kashamu

Healthy Eating Alert NAFDAC Issues Warning on Harmful Food Preservation Methods

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

National Agency For Food and Drugs Administration & Control – ARDnig NAFDAC has warned Nigerians against using sniper (dichlorvos) and other chemicals for food preservation due to severe health risks. The Director General, Mojisola Adeyeye, highlighted that misuse of sniper can cause memory loss, reduced fertility, cancer, and other health issues. Since 2019,

Government Urges Embracing Innovation and Research for Agricultural Sector Expansion

Racheal A. ARD 7 June 2024

Minister For Agriculture : Mr. Kyari, in his address at the Agric-Investment and Capital Market (AICM) Conference – ARDnig The importance of research, innovation, and collaboration cannot be overstated in the quest to advance Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The conference serves as a rallying point for stakeholders to align their efforts towards fostering

Food Security: Olori Atuwatse Promotes Sustainable Farming in Secondary Schools. 

Adetutu A. ARD 1 June 2024

Olori Atuwatse III, the wife of the Olu of Warri, is spearheading a campaign to introduce farming into the curriculum of secondary schools in Nigeria. Through the ‘Love Garden’ initiative, launched at Dom Domingos College in Delta State, she aims to inspire youths to embrace farming as a sustainable way to support themselves and their […]

Sustaining the N-Power Initiative for the Empowerment of Nigerian Youth

Racheal A. ARD 1 June 2024

Partnerships with organizations like MTN can enhance the success of the N-Power program – Government Official The recent launch of the N-Power Volunteer Project by the Federal Government is a step towards preparing young Nigerians for this new economic landscape. The initiative addresses youth unemployment by offering large-scale skill development opportunities and