Tag: #FoodSecurity
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NIGERIAN TROOPS INTENSIFY OPERATIONS, KILL SCORES OF TERRORISTS, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS
Nationwide offensive yields arms seizures, arrests, and key rescues in just 24 hours. Troops across Nigeria, under Operations Hadin Kai, Enduring Peace, and Whirl Stroke, have killed many terrorists, arrested 20 suspects, and rescued kidnapped victims. They recovered weapons, explosives, stolen goods, and destroyed illegal oil sites, continuing efforts to curb terrorism, crime, and enhance…
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IITA STRESSES GENE BANK CONSERVATION KEY TO AFRICA’S FOOD SECURITY
Preserving and improving seeds today ensures abundant, resilient crops for tomorrow. At a media training in Ibadan, IITA’s Dr. Olaniyi Oyatomi highlighted gene banks’ role in conserving diverse crops like cowpea, yam, and cassava to breed pest-resistant and climate-adapted varieties. Seed security is vital for food security, urging increased investment in research and innovative crop…
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FEDERAL GOVT TO RELOCATE CATTLE FROM ABUJA CITY CENTRE, LAUNCH PEACE CAMPAIGN
Ministry pushes for peace and strategic communication to boost livestock growth and rural stability. The Federal Government, led by Livestock Minister Dr. Idi Maiha, is fast-tracking the relocation of cattle roaming Abuja’s city centre to designated grazing reserves. A national peace campaign to end farmer-herder conflicts will be launched soon, emphasizing state commitment to lasting…
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GLOBAL SCHOOL MEALS REACH 466 MILLION CHILDREN, BOOSTING EDUCATION AND JOBS
School meal programs grow by 80 million kids since 2020, unlocking health, learning, and economic benefits worldwide. The World Food Programme reports 466 million children now receive nutritious school meals—a 20% increase fueled by rising government investments. Beyond hunger relief, school meals enhance attendance, cognitive function, and education quality, while creating millions of jobs in…
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TINUBU ORDERS FEC TO CRASH FOOD PRICES, PROMOTE SAFE PASSAGE OF AGRICULTURAL GOODS
Federal Government intensifies push for affordable food through targeted transport reforms and food sovereignty vision. President Tinubu has mandated a Federal Executive Council committee to drive down food prices nationwide by ensuring safe, efficient passage of farm produce across transport routes. Minister Sen. Sabi Abdullahi highlighted this effort as central to achieving food sovereignty, alongside…
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BENUE’S FOOD BASKET TURNED TO ASHES: FARMERS FACE GUNS, CATTLE, AND DISPLACEMENT
Once Nigeria’s breadbasket, Benue reels from violent herder attacks, leaving millions and farms abandoned. In Benue’s hardest-hit local governments, armed herdsmen attacks have devastated farming communities, forcing over 1.5 million people into IDP camps. Farmers recount lost livelihoods, scorched fields, and shattered dreams as insecurity replaces pests and drought as the main threat. Despite military…
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FCTA LAUNCHES 50% SUBSIDISED FERTILISER PROGRAM TO BOOST FOOD SECURITY
Subsidised fertiliser aimed at empowering farmers and promoting agriculture in the FCT. The Federal Capital Territory Administration, led by Minister Nyesom Wike, began distributing fertilisers at half price across six Area Councils to fight food insecurity. The initiative targets genuine farmers, with strict monitoring and support from FAO and IITA to build capacity. Emphasizing agriculture…
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EXPERTS URGE BAN ON GMOs TO PROTECT NIGERIA’S FOOD SOVEREIGNTY
Scientists and activists warn GMOs threaten Nigeria’s agriculture, health, and independence. At a national symposium in Abuja, experts called for an immediate moratorium on GMO approvals, urging Nigeria to preserve indigenous seeds and support smallholder farmers. They flagged risks of environmental damage, health hazards, and economic dependence linked to GMOs, citing global cases of crop…
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EXPERTS URGE SUPPORT FOR SMALLHOLDER FARMERS OVER INDUSTRIAL FARMING TO ENSURE FOOD SECURITY
Agricultural and environmental experts at a workshop in Abuja called for increased backing of smallholder farmers—who produce 70% of Nigeria’s food—instead of industrial animal farming. They warn industrial farming drives climate change, threatens wildlife habitats, and poses health risks due to poor environmental assessments.Experts stressed the need for government regulation, community involvement, and food sovereignty…
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SENATOR NED NWOKO PUSHES BILL FOR RANCHES IN ALL LGAs TO BOOST FOOD SECURITY
Senator Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has proposed a bold bill to establish and manage ranches across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas and the FCT to modernise livestock farming, curb open grazing, and enhance national food security. The bill seeks a strong legal framework supporting environmentally sustainable ranching with public-private partnerships and transparent funding. Nwoko’s legislation aims…
