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ARCN reaffirms commitment to strengthening Agricultural Research, Colleges … As Dabban tasks institutions on training, professionalism, and food security drive

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The Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) has restated its commitment to tackling the challenges confronting federal agricultural research institutes and colleges across the country.   Executive Secretary of the Council, Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban, gave the assurance during a working visit to the Federal College of Freshwater Fisheries Technology, Baga, and the Lake Chad Research Institute, both in Maiduguri.   During the visit, Dr. Dabban charged the management and staff of the institutions to redouble their efforts in training, research, and extension services to align with the Federal Government’s…

Nigeria unveils Agricultural Intelligence Platform to drive digital transformation in food security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward a smarter, technology-driven agricultural future with the official launch of the Nigeria Agricultural Intelligence Platform (NAIP) a four-year roadmap designed to transform the nation’s food systems through artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and data-driven research. The groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) in partnership with PIXELS Solutions Limited, and supported by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), is set to enhance productivity, strengthen food security, and promote sustainable growth across Nigeria’s agricultural…

ARCN, Defence Headquarters strengthen ties to enhance food security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) has initiated a partnership with the Defence Headquarters to bolster the nation’s food security and agricultural innovations. This move followed a courtesy visit by the ARCN Executive Secretary, Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban, to the Defence Headquarters in Abuja on September 30, 2025. During the visit, Dr. Dabban emphasized the significance of food security in national stability, commending the military’s role in safeguarding farmers and supporting agricultural initiatives across the country. He stated, “A nation that cannot feed itself cannot fully secure itself. Our…

ARCN urges Research Institutes, Colleges to intensify efforts on food security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban, has called on National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) and Federal Colleges of Agriculture (FCAs) to redouble their efforts in driving agricultural transformation and strengthening food security in the country.   This was contained in a statement signed by Khadijat O. Ameen, Head of Public Relations at ARCN, following Dr. Dabban’s working visit to the National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT) in Ibadan today.   He said the directive from the Minister is for research institutes and…

Zulum: Taraba Green House a game-changer for food security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has hailed the Taraba State Green House, popularly called the Cucumber Farm, described it as a revolutionary project with the potential to tackle hunger and boost food security in the North East and Nigeria at large.   Zulum made the remarks in Jalingo while commissioning the remodelled Green House Farm during the North East Governors’ Forum Summit, where the governors raised concerns over a looming food shortage in 2026.   In a statement, Emmanuel Bello, Special Adviser on Media and Digital Communications to Governor Agbu…

FG pushes safe Biotechnology to boost food security, public health

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the safe use of biotechnology and Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) as part of efforts to improve food security and safeguard public health.   The assurance came during a sensitization workshop in Abuja, organized by the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) in partnership with the Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB). The forum brought together policymakers, scientists, regulators, and development partners.   Representing the Director of the Food and Drug Services Department, Pharmacist Olubunmi Aribeana, Mr. John Atanda, National Coordinator of…

Nigeria, Kuwait deepen Strategic Ties on Education, Food Security, Infrastructure ….. As Tuggar hosts Kuwait Fund Chief in Abuja, unveils new cooperation plans under Renewed Hope Agenda

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a major step to deepen bilateral relations, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, on Monday, 4th August 2025, received the Director General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED), H.E. Dr. Waleed Al-Bahar, in Abuja for a high-level meeting focused on advancing development cooperation between the two nations.   Welcoming the Kuwaiti delegation, Ambassador Tuggar underscored the longstanding and cordial relations between Nigeria and Kuwait, dating back to the 1960s. He commended the Kuwait Fund for its significant contributions to social and economic development…

Internal Displacement: Impact on Food Security, National Security and Unity By Professor Ukertor Gabriel Moti (Professor of Public Sector Management and Governance), Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies and Director, Abuja Centre for European Studies (ACES). Department of Public Administration, University of Abuja-Nigeria +2348033114425; +23490954318577 gabriel.ukertor@uniabuja.edu.ng; ukertor@yahoo.com At TIV YOUTH ORGANSIATION (TYO) END OF YEAR LECTURE/AWARD NIGHT 25TH NOVEMBER, 2023 Chateau De La-Ray & Hotel, Wuse Zone 6, ABUJA.

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  Introduction I want to sincerely express my gratitude to the Executive of the Tiv Youth Organisation (TYO), Abuja Chapter for the opportunity to serve as guest lecturer at this End of Year Lecture/Award Night, 2023. The aim of this lecture is to draw the attention of government to the negative impact of internal displacement on the socio-economic development of our dear nation, and its wider implications on food security and unity. Insecurity is one of the social ills that threaten humanity’s existence, create fear within its environment and limit…

We will support FCT administration to improve infrastructural devt, achieve food security -Deputy Speaker,Kalu

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Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has said that the Parliament will, through legislative interventions, support the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike to improve social infrastructures and achieve food security in the nation’s capital city.   Kalu made the pledge on Monday when a delegation from Kuje Interfaith Forum led by a co-convener and Senior Pastor, Kings Palace Church Int’l, Kuje-Abuja, Sam Ogbodo paid him a courtesy visit.   The delegation featured a select leaders of the Kuje Inter-faith Forum,…

Tinubu declares State of Emergency on Food Security

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has started a fight against hunger and poverty as he declared a state of emergency on food security in Nigeria. Presidential spokesman, Dele Alake, made this known while briefing State House correspondent on Thursday, July 13, 2023. The President directed that all matters pertaining to food and water availability and affordability, as essential livelihood items, be included within the purview of the National Security Council. The directive was said to be in line with the Tinubu administration’s position on ensuring that the most vulnerable are supported.…