First Lady Calls for Youth Involvement in Agriculture to Enhance Food Security in Nigeria 

Racheal A. ARD 8 November 2024

First Lady Remi Tinubu in Abuja – ARDnig Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, emphasizes the role of youth and women in strengthening food security by participating in agriculture. Through the Renewed Hope Initiative, she promotes home gardening and supports farming projects across

Federal Government Supports 600,000 Small-Scale Farmers to Boost Food Production and Fight Inflation

Racheal A. ARD 31 October 2024

Minister of Finance Mr. Wale Edun – ARDnig The Federal Government of Nigeria is backing 600,000 small-scale farmers to help reduce inflation by increasing food supply. This initiative, driven by Finance Minister Wale Edun, focuses on wet and dry season harvests, including wheat and rice cultivation across over a million hectares. By increasing food availability, […]

Nigeria’s Food Security Efforts: Ensuring Affordable Food for All 

Adetutu A. ARD 28 October 2024

Nigeria is taking steps to improve food security amid rising inflation, which has impacted food prices across the country. With a large portion of the population spending most of their income on basic food items, recent initiatives aim to make food more affordable, accessible, and available to Nigerians. The government has identified key challenges like […]

BUA Foods Expands to Boost Nigeria’s Food Security 

Adetutu A. ARD 25 September 2024

Chairman BUA Group, Abdul-Samad Rabiu BUA Foods Plc has announced plans to expand its pasta production facility by partnering with FAVA, an Italian company known for making pasta equipment. This move aims to enhance food security in Nigeria.  Increasing Production Capacity Chairman of BUA Foods, Abdul Samad Rabiu, shared that the expansion is part of their […]

Nigeria’s Worsening Food Crisis, A Grim Reality Amid Government Confusion

Racheal A. ARD 26 August 2024

Worsening food crisis in Nigeria – ARDnig Nigeria’s food crisis is worsening due to the dual impacts of dryness and floods, leading to high food prices and potential pest invasions. The government’s response has been criticized as inadequate, with a need for a more decentralized approach to food production and distribution. The Dual Catastrophe: Dryness

REA and Community Energy Partner to Combat Food Insecurity through Solar Irrigation

Racheal A. ARD 17 August 2024

Tomatoes in the market – ARDnig The REA and CESEL have partnered to combat food insecurity in Nigeria by deploying solar-powered irrigation systems across 200,000 hectares of farmland. This initiative aims to increase food production by 1.2 million tons annually, replace fossil fuel-powered pumps with clean energy, and promote energy efficiency. Innovative

FG Implements Duty-Free Importation of Food Items to Combat Inflation

Racheal A. ARD 16 August 2024

Controller General, Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi- ARDnig The Federal Government of Nigeria has implemented a duty-free import policy on essential food items to combat rising food prices. The policy, effective from July 15 to December 31, 2024, focuses on items like maize, rice, and wheat, and aims to ease inflation while supporting local production. […]

Customs to Forfeit ₦188.4 Billion Revenue Due to Food Import Regulations 

Adetutu A. ARD 13 August 2024

The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) is facing a significant revenue loss due to new food import regulations. The forfeited revenue, estimated at ₦188.4 billion, is a result of stricter rules aimed at controlling the importation of certain food items into the country.  New Food Import Rules  Recently, the government has implemented new policies to reduce […]

Nigeria’s Strategy to Combat Food Inflation and Alleviate Hunger 

Racheal A. ARD 9 August 2024

Nigeria is taking decisive steps to combat food inflation and alleviate hunger through a comprehensive framework for food imports, financial interventions, and long-term strategies. The government’s efforts include zero tariffs on certain imports, a substantial financial package, and policies to stabilize food prices. The Ministry of Finance and FCCPC are working

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