AGRICULTURE Archives

UK Innovator Founder Visa: How Nigerian Students Can Switch From Student Visa 0
- AGRICULTURE, SLIDE
- September 14, 2026
By Henryrich Ojo.- A major change to the United Kingdom’s immigration rules has opened a new pathway for eligible Nigerian students who want to remain in the country and develop innovative businesses after their studies. Under the rules taking effect from November 25, 2025, eligible Student visa holders can switch to the Innovator Founder route
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Obasanjo Reveals Reason Nigeria Is Poor 0
- AGRICULTURE, SLIDE
- September 14, 2026
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has blamed Nigeria’s persistent economic challenges partly on the country’s failure to fully exploit its agricultural resources. Obasanjo argued that Nigeria possesses the basic resources needed to produce food, generate wealth and support economic development, including arable land, water, rainfall and a large population. The former president made the remarks while
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Tinubu Government Appoints Provosts For Three Federal Colleges Of Agriculture 0
- AGRICULTURE, SLIDE
- August 1, 2026
The Federal Government has approved the appointment of new provosts for three federal agricultural colleges as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen agricultural education, research and innovation in support of Nigeria’s food security agenda. The appointments were approved by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abba Kyari, following a selection process conducted
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FG Denies Plan To Ban Raw Cocoa Exports, Prioritises Local Processing 0

The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting it plans to ban the export of raw cocoa beans, clarifying that its policy is aimed at promoting value addition rather than restricting exports. In a statement issued on Friday, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, said the government’s objective is to encourage increased

FG Distributes Free Fertilisers To 20,160 South-West Farmers 1

Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen food security and drive long-term economic growth received a significant boost as the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) commenced the distribution of free fertiliser to thousands of farmers across the South-West region, while the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) reaffirmed its commitment to economic reforms aimed at unlocking national value. The

ISDB To Fund $163m Solar Electrification Project In Niger State 0

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is set to fund a $163 million solar electrification project in Niger State, a major renewable energy initiative aimed at providing an alternative and reliable source of electricity for communities across the state. The project is expected to significantly boost industrial activity, strengthen agricultural productivity and support long-term economic