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Continue reading →: U.S. Slams Nigeria’s Import Ban Amidst 14% Tariff War: Implications for AgricultureIn a bold response to Nigeria’s longstanding import restrictions, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has openly criticized the Nigerian government for what it describes as restrictive trade policies that limit access to its market for American exporters. This development comes shortly after former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a…
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Continue reading →: Federal Lawmakers Investigate Alleged Misuse of Agricultural Intervention Funds in NigeriaIn a decisive move to uphold transparency and strengthen food security, the House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the alleged misappropriation of agricultural intervention funds by various federal agencies operating outside the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. This inquiry…
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Continue reading →: ECOWAS Bank Unlocks Over $250 Million to Drive Economic Development and Infrastructure Growth in West AfricaIn a landmark decision poised to reshape West Africa’s economic landscape, the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved a significant funding package totalling $230 million and €10 million. The announcement came following the bank’s 91st Ordinary Board Meeting chaired by Dr. George Agyekum Donkor, EBID’s President and…
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Continue reading →: Kwara State Sets Up Farmers’ Representative Committee to Strengthen Agricultural InterventionsIn a bold move to reinforce trust and improve the effectiveness of agricultural interventions, the Kwara State Government has inaugurated a 7-member Interim Farmers’ Representative Committee. The committee, unveiled at the State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in Ilorin, is expected to act as the official liaison between the…
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Continue reading →: Fishing vs. Flying: Why the Fisheries Sector in Nigeria Deserves More AttentionDid you know the fishing sector contributes more to Nigeria’s economy than the aviation industry? According to 2024 data, the fisheries sector in Nigeria contributed 0.48% to the national GDP—almost five times more than the air transport sector, which stood at just 0.10%. This surprising fact highlights the untapped potential…
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Continue reading →: Kwara State Launches $57.2M Livestock Transformation Project in Collaboration with Islamic Development BankIn a landmark move to boost livestock production and rural development, the Kwara State Government has unveiled a $57.2 million agricultural transformation initiative through a partnership with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) of Saudi Arabia. This project, under the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) program, is designed to strengthen livestock…
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Continue reading →: Farm Alert Expands Animal Health Distribution to Liberia; Appoints Nancy Akanelechi Eni-Otu (DVM) as Country Managing Director
Monrovia, Liberia – 4th April 2025 – Farm Alert, a leading provider of animal health solutions, is announcing the expansion of its distribution network into Liberia. In a strategic move to strengthen our presence in the West African market, Nancy Akanelechi Eni-Otu (DVM) becomes our pioneer Country Managing Director for…
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Continue reading →: FG to Establish 20 Model Veterinary Hospitals to Enhance Animal Healthcare in NigeriaThe Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), is set to establish 20 model veterinary hospitals across the country’s six geopolitical zones to improve access to quality animal healthcare services. According to Sanusi Abubakar, the National Project Coordinator for L-PRES, these hospitals will be…
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Continue reading →: Enhancing Farmer-Herder Relations: L-PRES Promotes Sustainable SolutionsThe Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) is actively working to foster peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders across Nigeria. Recognizing that both groups are integral to the agricultural sector, the initiative focuses on addressing key conflict triggers, particularly access to water and pasture. Strategic Approach to Conflict Resolution…
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Continue reading →: L-PReS Project to Boost Nigeria’s Livestock Vaccine Production
In a significant move to enhance Nigeria’s livestock sector, the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PReS) project is set to bridge critical gaps in vaccine production and livestock management. The project aims to increase Nigeria’s annual vaccine production from 120 million to 850 million doses, reducing reliance on costly imports…
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