Matching Articles (32) for “Agriculture”
The newly launched regional initiative says the funding will target commercially viable projects across tourism, aviation, trade, agriculture and other sectors rather than operate as a grant scheme.
The agriculture minister says the deaths in Marte are a blow to farmers’ livelihoods and Nigeria’s food security as security agencies search for three missing residents.
Business leaders say the strong performance of Nigerian banks reflects the sector’s growing market value, but also raises questions about access to long-term financing for manufacturing, agriculture and other productive industries.
Ogun APC supporters say grassroots mobilisation will be intensified ahead of the 2027 presidential and governorship elections
The 2026 programme is designed to help young business owners strengthen their operations through training, mentorship, funding opportunities and practical business support.
The Bank of Industry has launched its MyBOI Portal, giving Nigerian businesses a digital platform to create profiles, apply for financing, upload documents and monitor their applications online.
The AAC presidential candidate says graduates should be allowed to complete national service in their states of origin, while proposing a voluntary National Job Corps as an alternative to the existing scheme.
The Bank of Agriculture and the All-Farmers Association of Nigeria are working together to expand access to financing, farm inputs and irrigation equipment for farmers preparing for the 2026 dry-season farming cycle.
The APC Kogi East senatorial candidate says the district’s natural resources, particularly oil and gas in Ibaji, can support job creation, investment and wider economic development if properly harnessed.
The World Bank-supported programme is equipping beneficiaries across Kogi with practical skills in areas including fashion design, solar installation, catering and event management as part of efforts to improve employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Dr Amos Josiah Dangut has assumed leadership of the West African Examinations Council for a five-year term, bringing decades of experience in examination administration and education management to the regional examination body.
Former Ekiti South senator Abiodun Olujimi says Nigerians should give the Federal Government more time, arguing that the economic reforms introduced since 2023 could eventually create conditions for greater prosperity.
