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Continue reading →: Nigeria Imports High-Quality Ayrshire Heifers from Kenya to Strengthen Dairy IndustryIn a groundbreaking move to revitalize its dairy industry, Nigeria has imported 50 in-calf Ayrshire heifers from Uasin Gishu County, Kenya—marking the first-ever livestock export from the East African county to Nigeria. This initiative is a key milestone in Nigeria’s quest to boost milk production, enhance local breed genetics, and…
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Continue reading →: Oyo State Cracks Down on Unregistered Veterinary OutletsIn a sweeping enforcement action, the Oyo State Government has sealed 15 unregistered veterinary outlets and confiscated veterinary products worth millions of naira in a bid to regulate animal health services and ensure public safety. The operation, led by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, followed routine inspections across…
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Continue reading →: UNFSS+4: Nigeria and Global Partners Drive Inclusive, Climate-Smart Food Systems TransformationAt the UN Food Systems Summit +4 (UNFSS+4) High-Level Side Event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to building inclusive, nutrition-sensitive, and climate-resilient food systems. The event, themed “Catalyzing Change: Showcasing Nigeria’s Innovations and Collaborations in Food Systems Transformation,” spotlighted Nigeria’s strides since the inaugural 2021 Food Systems…
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Continue reading →: Nigeria Moves to Strengthen Wildlife Protection Laws Amid Rising Threats to Endangered SpeciesIn a bold step toward biodiversity preservation, the Federal Government of Nigeria is finalizing a new legal framework to intensify the protection of endangered wildlife species, including vultures, which are increasingly threatened by unsustainable traditional practices. This development was revealed during a two-day stakeholder workshop held in Kano, themed “Reducing…
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Continue reading →: Nigeria and Indonesia Forge Strategic Biotechnology Partnership to Advance Agriculture and Public HealthIn a move set to reshape Nigeria’s agricultural and biotechnology landscape, the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) has announced a promising partnership with the Republic of Indonesia. The collaboration aims to drive innovation across agriculture, healthcare, and scientific research through advanced biotechnology solutions. The agreement was initiated during…
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Continue reading →: FG and Stakeholders Unite to Drive Nigeria’s Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy (NL-GAS)The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the newly established Ministry of Livestock Development, has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionizing the country’s livestock sector with the unveiling of a collaborative plan to implement the Nigeria Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy (NL-GAS). In a landmark Expert Group Meeting held from July 21 at…
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Continue reading →: Nigeria’s Livestock Ministry Launches Climate TaskforceIn a proactive step toward sustainable agricultural development, the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has inaugurated a Technical Working Group (TWG) on Climate Change, aiming to integrate climate-smart strategies into Nigeria’s livestock sector. The inauguration ceremony, held in Abuja on Thursday, was led by Dr. Ijeoma Akujobi, the ministry’s Permanent…
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Continue reading →: Kogi State Empowers 2,500 Livestock Farmers and Extension Agents with Climate-Smart Agriculture TrainingIn a major step toward promoting sustainable livestock production, the Kogi State Government has launched a state-wide training program for 2,500 livestock farmers and extension officers focused on climate-smart agricultural practices. The initiative is a collaborative effort between the Kogi State Agricultural Development Project (ADP) and the Livestock Productivity and…
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Continue reading →: Benue Governor Visits Iowa to Explore Modern Agriculture InnovationsIn a bold step toward revamping Benue State’s agricultural sector, Governor Hyacinth Alia has embarked on a strategic visit to the United States, touring the Buchanan County Fair in Iowa to explore innovative farming technologies and practices. The visit forms part of a broader mission to align Benue’s food systems…













































