Posts Tagged: #ImportSubstitution
‘Nigerians should reimagine agriculture as engine of future work’
Nigeria’s pathway to sustainable job creation, inclusive growth and long-term national resilience lies in deliberately reinventing agriculture as a coordinated, system-driven engine of work rather than resisting automation, according to Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede. Speaking at the
Why Cavista Holdings’ investment in Matna Foods matters for Nigeria’s cassava economy
The acquisition of Matna Foods Company Limited by Agbeyewa Industries Limited, an agribusiness subsidiary of Cavista Holdings, marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s cassava value chain, targeting long-standing gaps in production, processing and industrial utilisation.
FG Targets N160bn Wheat Output in 2025/2026 Dry Season
The Federal Government has set a production target of ₦160 billion from wheat cultivation during the 2025/2026 dry season as part of its strategy to strengthen food security and reduce reliance on imports. This was
FG revives cassava flour policy
The Federal Government has revived the cassava flour inclusion policy, mandating that 20 per cent cassava flour be blended into all wheat-based products, particularly bread and confectioneries. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN),
Gambia seeks partnership with Kebbi govt to boost rice production
In a significant demonstration of intra-African collaboration, The Gambia has expressed intent to partner with Kebbi State, Nigeria, to replicate its rice production success as part of efforts to achieve food self-sufficiency. A high-level delegation
