Commercial activities in several cattle markets across Bauchi State have been halted following a directive approved by Governor Bala Mohammed over worsening security concerns. The development, made known in a statement on Thursday by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, is aimed at curbing criminal activities
Africa’s agrochemical market is projected to witness steady growth through 2030, driven by rising food demand, population growth, and increasing pressure on agricultural systems, a report by Mordor Intelligence has revealed. The report estimates that the market, valued at $11.7 billion in 2025, will expand significantly by the end of
The President, National Sunflower Growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NSUNGPMAN), Alhaji Jibrin Bukar, has highlighted key obstacles slowing the growth of Nigeria’s sunflower industry, particularly limited market access, inadequate financing and weak collaboration needed to improve product quality and standards. Bukar made these remarks during a webinar focused
The Kaduna State Chairman of the Tomatoes Growers and Processors Association of Nigeria (TOPAN), Mr. Rabiu Zuntu, has raised concerns over an imminent rise in tomato prices, warning that consumers may face higher costs between May and June 2026 due to seasonal production challenges. Speaking with journalists in Lagos, Zuntu
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha has disclosed plans for a major livestock training initiative in Taraba State, following a proposal by an international dairy firm to establish a specialized academy aimed at transforming the sector. The minister made this known during a visit to the state capital,
The Ekiti State Government has called for deeper collaboration among key stakeholders to accelerate agricultural productivity and ensure sustainable development across the state. The call was made by Special Adviser/Director-General, Office of Transformation and Service Delivery, and Chairman of the Agric-MEAL Team, John Ekundayo, in Ado-Ekiti during the second quarter
Nigeria is facing a significant shortfall in certified Data Protection Officers (DPOs), even as the number of data controllers and processors in the country exceeds 500,000, according to the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC). The gap was disclosed by the National Commissioner of the NDPC, Vincent O. Olatunji, in a
Nigeria’s fishing industry is facing a deepening crisis as more than 80 percent of trawling vessels have been forced out of operation due to the sharp rise in diesel prices, significantly reducing fish supply and driving up market prices. Findings at the Ijora Fish Market revealed a noticeable decline in
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) says Nigeria spends 10 billion dollars on the importation of wheat, rice, sugar, fish, and tomato paste despite government efforts to transform the agricultural sector. The SAA Nigeria Country Director, Godwin Atser, said this at the 2026 Annual Stakeholders Workshop and celebration of SAA’s 40th anniversary
As part of efforts to deepen investment in livestock infrastructure and improve value chain efficiency, the Kogi State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project has commenced the procurement process for key facilities across the state, opening bids for the construction and rehabilitation of critical assets. The planned projects include three
