Mr Realwan Okpanachi, a Constitutional lawyer in Abuja says the provisions of the 2020 Finance Bill signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari on Jan. 13,...
The National Cotton Association of Nigeria(NACOTAN), says it will partner with the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN), to quickens the Federal Government’s effort in resuscitating the Cotton...
“When you calculate from Nov. 20, 2019 till date, it clearly shows that it is above 60 days,’’ Okpanachi said. According to the lawyer, the Supreme...
Cotton Association wants FG to re-introduce Nigeria Cotton Standard: The National Cotton Association of Nigeria(NACOTAN), has stressed the need for the Federal Government to re- introduce...
The Chartered Institute of Forensic and Investigative Professionals of Nigeria(CIFIPIN), says the speedy assent to the bill establishing the institute will restrict fraud, corruption and cybercrimes...
The Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA), Initiative in Nigeria, says Nigeria is a potential hub for organic agriculture in Africa. Mr AdeOluwa Olugbenga, the EOA Country Coordinator...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), says seed companies, seed dealers and farmers must follow the right method of seed preservation in to maximise the full...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), has assured farmers that they would get the best genetics and varieties of seeds in 2020 in order to boost...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) says the North-East comprising Adamawa, Yobe, Borno, Gombe, Bauchi and Taraba are fertile states making them a big hub for...
Alhaji Suleiman Adamu, Minister of Water Resources, says the implementation of Executive Order 5 will provide wide range of opportunities for Nigerian professionals and the economy....
Maize growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (MAGPMAN) has pleaded with the federal and state governments to provide infrastructural and storage facilities to boost farmers’...
Maize Growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (MAGPMAN), has commended the Federal Government Anchor Borrowers Programme initiative, saying it is a big support to farmers...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) has said that the revival of hybrid cotton production can help resuscitate Nigeria’s textile industry and create at least 10...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) in conjunction with Mahyco Grow Seed Ltd. on Tuesday in Sheda, Abuja, unveiled new varieties of hybrid cotton seeds. Thehybrid...
Meeting Abuja, Dec.9, 2019 Scientists and partners of African Cassava Agronomy Initiative (ACAI) of International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), have begun three-day meeting...
Rice Abuja, Dec.6, 2019 All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has called on Nigerians to exercise patience and understanding for the process involved in local rice...
Mr Jesper Kamp, Denmark Ambassador to Nigeria, says that the government can achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with the support of the youth. He spoke on...
Propcom Mai-Karfi (PM), a UK funded programme, says the solution to agricultural mechanisation in Nigeria lies in increased private sector investment. In a statement released on...
ActionAid Nigeria says the state of public financing of agriculture in the ECOWAS member states shows lack of commitment to the Malabo Declaration. The organiation disclosed...
The National Association of Yam Farmers, Processors and Marketers (NAYFPM), has called for the urgent need to mechanise yam land preparation for planting of yam to...
Propcom Mai-Kaifi (PM), a market development programme funded by UkAid says Nigeria can fast track agricultural mechanisation and ensure food security if it resolves the tractor...
Propcom Mai-karfi (PM), a programme supported by the UK Government to make rural markets work for the poor in northern Nigeria, says the private sector should...
NNN: Sasakawa Africa Association(SAA), has promised to engage youths in agriculture by providing timely information and technology to rural farmers and extension agents through its e-extension...
The Small Animal Veterinary Association of Nigeria (SAVAN), has cautioned against the administration of antibiotics on pet animals unless recommended by a veterinary healthcare provider. Dr...
Antibiotic Abuja, Nov. 19, 2019 The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association(NVMA), on Tuesday, joined the global effort to raise awareness on antimicrobial resistance to public health and...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) says the speedy passage of the Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Bill before the House of Representatives will boost rural employment...
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) says it supports President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration for focusing attention on livestock agriculture through the National Livestock Transformation Plan. The...
Dr Philip Ojo, the Director-General, National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) says a strong Plant Variety Protection (PVP) system can improve food security in the country. Ojo made...
Dr Philip Ojo, the Director-General, National Agricultural Seeds Council(NASC), says speedy passage of the Plant Variety Protection(PVP) bill, currently before the House of Representatives, will boost...
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Alhaji Sabo Nanono, says the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to create a functional input system with a òhigh...
Mr Anthony Agbonlahor, an Abuja-based constitutional lawyer, says the recent call for the obedience to court orders made by Justice Tanko Mohammmed, the Chief Justice of...
Mr Realwan Okpanachi, a constitutional lawyer in Abuja says Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is legitimately entitled to sue any person during his tenure without having to...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), says it is getting purer seeds due to the technological innovations of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) funded...
A Senior Researcher, Mr Mmatlou Kalaba, says the just concluded 6th edition of African Association of Agricultural Economists (AAE), offers an opportunity for African governments to...
Mr Mmatlou Kalaba, a Senior Researcher at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, has described the frequent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other foreign nationals by...
The Nigeria Cassava Growers Association (NCGA) says Nigeria has the capacity to produce over 10 trillion litres of ethanol at a competitive price and earn trillions...
Cassava The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), says that the recent restriction of forex exchange for the importation of starch by the Central Bank of...
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), has urged the National Assembly (NASS) to harmonise national legislation on meat hygiene. According to the association, this is necessary...
Dr Philip Ojo, Director General, National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), has advised National Root Crop Research Institute(NRCRI) to keep to its mandate in conducting research work....
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), on Wednesday in Abuja said it was satisfied with the dividends of their partnership with the National Agricultural Seeds...
Council The Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN), has urged veterinary surgeons in the country to remain ethical and law abiding, in line...
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) on Tuesday said its 2019 congress would focus on entrepreneurial development of its members. Dr Fadipe Oladotun, the National Secretary...
Dr Rose Gidado, Deputy Director, National Biotechnology Development Agency(NABDA), says there are potential for longer shelf life of fruits and vegetables through “gene editing”which reduces the...
Dr Philip Ojo, the Director General, National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) says efforts are ongoing to turn the seed council into a centre of excellence for...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), says the private sector is part and parcel of its mandate of making sure that good quality seeds are made...
(NAN) A Constitutional lawyer, Mr Realwan Okpanachi, has urged the Federal Government to take drastic measures that would send a strong signal to the South African...
NNN: Flood By Sylvester Thompson Abuja, Aug. 2, 2019(NAN) The Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC), has drawn attention of farmers in Nigeria to the “Red Flood...
(NAN) The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), an NGO, has advised Nigerian farmers to purchase certified seeds for planting due to its high purity and capacity...
NNN: The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) says Nigeria should maintain its lead as the first country in the world to approve biotech cowpea by managing...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), says quality seed is key to agricultural revolution and a panacea for food insecurity. “Research has shown that more than...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) in partnership with International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), has established a functional, scalable and sustainable seeds system for improved...
The National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) says under the Yam Improvement for Income and Food Security in West Africa(YIIFSWA) project, technologies have been developed to revolutionalise...
The first lady of Kebbi, Dr Zainab Skinkafi-Bagudu has called on the newly appointed Executive Secretary of National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) Prof. Mohammed Sambo to...
Nigeria has made history by becoming the first country in the world to approve biotech cowpea, thereby adding a new biotech crop to the global biotech...
The Federal Ministry of Environment says unpredictable climate change is the most important development challenge currently and external climate finance is key to fast tracking Sustainable...
He said if there was any class of food highly scrutinised for safety, it was GM food.
The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) says Nigeria can save billions of naira if it cuts down on its importation of cowpea. Dr Issoufou Abdourhamane, the...
Dr Olusegun Ojo, Director-General, National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC), has assured Nigerians of bumper harvest, good quality seeds, improved standard of living and overall improvement in...
An independent audit team sent by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, to audit its cassava project in Nigeria, has commended the National Agricultural Seed Council...
Agricultural stakeholders and agribusiness experts say the presidential directive for the restriction of foreign exchange for food importation “is made out of frustration’’ but call for...
Rice By Sylvester Thompson Abuja, Aug.13, 2019) Some Federal Capital Territory (FCT) residents say locally produced rice are more nutritious and healthier than the imported one....
Education By Sylvester Thompson Abuja, Aug. 12, 2019 Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have appealed to the Federal Government (FG) and stakeholders to help...
Plant trees to conserve environment, Ministry urges Nigerians Environment By Sylvester Thompson Abuja, Aug. 8, 2019 The Federal Ministry of Environment has advised Nigerians to help...
A constitutional lawyer, Mr Realwan Okpanachi, on Wednesday urged President Muhammadu Buhari to check the activities of the #RevolutionNow protesters and their sponsors within the ambits...
Mr Realwan Okpanachi, a constitutional lawyer in Abuja, has refuted the allegation that no fewer than 1,000 soldiers killed by Boko Haram were secretly buried in...
African Agricultural Technology Foundation (ATF), says the Pot Borer Resistant (PBR) variety cowpea seeds may likely be commercialised for farmers by 2020 planting season. Dr Issoufou...
The All Grassroots Alliance party (AGA), has urged the Federal Government to release Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky the leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria popularly called...
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), has resorted to digital means, in order to track and protect genuine and quality seeds from contamination. Mr Chukwudi Madu,...
Stakeholders in the agriculture sector say the signing of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement(AFCFTA) by President Muhammadu Buhari calls for urgent and massive investment in...
ActionAid Nigeria, an NGO and stakeholder in the agriculture sector has urged the Federal Government to include agro-ecology in the 2020 agriculture budget to guard against...
Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi has promised a cassava revolution in the state with the empowerment of 500,000 cassava farmers into the agric space. Bello made...