Tag: Ministry of Agriculture
Minister of Agriculture Responds to Devastating Floods and Drought Affecting Farming Communities
August 27, 2024 The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has expressed deep concern over the recent floods that have ravaged farming communities across Nigeria, as well as the drought that has further strained the agricultural sector. Despite these challenges, the Minister assured the nation that food security targets will still be…
Agriculture Minister Predicts Significant Decrease in Food Prices Within 6 Months
Abuja, Nigeria – The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, announced on Wednesday that the Federal Government expects a substantial decrease in food prices over the next 180 days. This forecast follows the unveiling of several strategic measures aimed at addressing the high food prices currently affecting the nation. Among the initiatives,…
Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo Owode Facilitates Agricultural Aid for 11 Beneficiaries in Ijebu East
Ijebu-Ode, June 7, 2024 — Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo Owode, the 10th Assembly member of Ogun State representing the Ijebu East State Constituency, has facilitated a significant agricultural aid program benefiting 11 individuals through the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Federal Department of Agricultural Extension Services. The program, held at the Ijebu-Ode…
FG Establishes Taskforce to Combat Ginger Pest Infestations, Bolster Food Security
In response to the urgent need to address pest infestations affecting ginger production and ensure food security, the Federal Government has taken decisive action by setting up the National Ginger Epidemic Control Taskforce. This move comes in the wake of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency on Agriculture and Food security….