World Bank: Smarter Water Use Could Create 245 million Jobs by 2050

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 March 2026

A new report by the World Bank Group reveals that better management of water in agriculture could create up to 245 million long-term jobs globally, with many opportunities expected in sub-Saharan Africa.  The report, titled “Nourish and Flourish: Water Solutions to Feed

Oyo Youth Agribusiness Loan Scheme 2026: How Young Nigerians Can Apply and Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 March 2026

Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde The Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency has announced a new loan programme aimed at empowering young farmers and boosting agriculture across Oyo State. The initiative is set to begin soon and is designed to help youths build sustainable agribusiness ventures.  What the Loan Scheme Is About  The programme, known […]

FG Unveils Agricultural Reforms, Targets 21 million Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 September 2025

Vice President Kashim Shettima. The Federal Government has introduced a set of agricultural reforms and incentives aimed at creating 21 million jobs and reducing Nigeria’s dependence on food imports. The announcement was made on Tuesday during the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) National and Subregional Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum in Abuja.  Vice President

FirstBank Conference to Boost Agriculture and Non-Oil Exports in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 August 2025

FirstBank has announced the 2025 edition of its FirstBank Agric and Export Conference, designed to strengthen Nigeria’s agriculture and non-oil export sectors. With the theme “The Fundamentals of Building a Non-Oil Export-Driven Economy”, the conference aims to help stakeholders tap into global trade opportunities and grow Nigeria’s economy beyond oil.  The event will

FG Boosts Agriculture with Free Fertilizers and N200bn Investment 

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 June 2025

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari The Federal Government has taken major steps to improve food production in Nigeria. According to the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, over N200 billion has been invested in agriculture. Additionally, 2,150,000 bags of fertilizers were distributed free of charge to farmers across the country

MTN Foundation, FG and Ogun Government Empower 1,000 Farmers Through Digital Agriculture 

Adetutu A, The Insights 5 June 2025

The MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the Federal Government and Ogun State Government, has launched AgriConnect—a digital agriculture initiative aimed at empowering 1,000 smallholder farmers with mobile-based agricultural tools and knowledge.  The project, launched on Wednesday at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Abeokuta, will provide selected farmers with access

Nestlé, FG Partner to Train Farmers and Boost Milk Production in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 June 2025

In a major step toward improving Nigeria’s dairy industry, the Federal Government and Nestlé Nigeria have launched a new initiative to train farmers and boost local milk production. This partnership was unveiled during the signing of a Letter of Intent between Nestlé and the Ministry of Livestock Development on World Milk Day 2025.  The programme […]

Why Nigerians Must Return to Agriculture: Afe Babalola Urges Government and Citizens 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 April 2025

Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) A Call to Go Back to the Land  Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), respected legal luminary and founder of Afe Babalola University (ABUAD), has called on Nigerians and all levels of government to return to agriculture as a way out of poverty, hunger, and unemployment. He made this appeal during a visit […]

Nestlé Rebrands Product to Boost Nutrition and Affordability for Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 March 2025

Nestle In a move to enhance food accessibility and tackle nutritional deficiencies, Nestlé Nigeria has rebranded one of its products, reinforcing its commitment to affordable and healthy nutrition for Nigerians.  Commitment to Affordable Nutrition  Speaking at the launch, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Nigeria, Wassim Elhusseini, emphasized that

First Lady Calls for Youth Involvement in Agriculture to Enhance Food Security in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 November 2024

First Lady Remi Tinubu in Abuja – ARDnig Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, emphasizes the role of youth and women in strengthening food security by participating in agriculture. Through the Renewed Hope Initiative, she promotes home gardening and supports farming projects across Nigeria. With financial backing and educational programs from the government, Nigeria