Pineapple, a tropical plant with an edible fruit that provides wonderful health and nutritional benefits, has become highly demanded in Nigeria. Pineapple contains nutrients and beneficial compounds such as vitamin C, manganese,…
Category: Agriculture
Nigeria to slash food imports, boosts agricultural self-sufficiency— Minister
Nigeria is set to drastically reduce its dependence on food imports, according to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who outlined a bold strategy to boost…
A’Ibom gov empowers farmers with 12,000 bags of fertilizers, seedlings— Report
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has empowered farmers across the three Senatorial districts of the state with 12,000 bags of fertilizers and improved seedlings to boost production. Eno announced the…
Tambuwal launches fertilizer distribution for Sokoto South farmers
In a historic and remarkable move to boost agricultural productivity, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has initiated the distribution of 4,200 bags of fertilizer to farmers in the Sokoto South Senatorial District. The…
Nigerian Govt begins sale of rice for #40k – Details
VOICE AIR MEDIA, News Update THE Federal Government on Monday said it had created centres across the country where Nigerians can purchase a 50kg bag of rice for N40,000. The Minister of…
Osun declares procurement of tractors over food security
Voice Air Media, News Update Osun State government has announced procurement of 72 coupled tractors in order to scale up efforts on food security in the State. According to a statement by…
Dollar, Pound, EURO to Naira Exchange Rate, Monday May 20, 2024
Voice Air Media, VAM News Update Here is the USD to Naira exchange rate for Monday: May 20, 2024 See the Naira performance across various currencies Currency dealers in Abuja Zone 4…
Breaking: AfDB Launches $540M Initiative to Boost Agro-Industrial Zones in Nigeria
All is set for the African Development Bank (AfDB) to commence the disbursement of $540 million to the first phase of states in Nigeria for the development of Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones…
BREAKING: FG, Kebbi State collaborate to boost agriculture through irrigation farming
Governor Nasiru Idris of Kebbi State has announced a strategic partnership between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the state government to supply petroleum free of charge to farmers for irrigation purposes….
Unlocking Opportunities: The Rise of Agricultural Micro-enterprises in Nigeria
In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a significant shift in its agricultural landscape, with a growing emphasis on micro-enterprises within the sector. As the nation seeks to diversify its economy and empower…