Posts Tagged: #JobCreation
Oyo govt begins training for youths in operation of tractors
The Oyo State Government has launched a four-day training programme for youths on tractor operation, as part of its broader drive to scale mechanised agriculture and reduce rural unemployment. The programme, which commenced in the
Ekiti govt, firm sign pact for economic trees devt, 1,000 jobs creation
The Ekiti State Government has signed a 30-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ENSHET Heights Global Limited for the development of economic trees in the state. The initiative, covering a 100-hectare portion of the Ogbese
IITA supports Oyo young farmers with inputs
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), under its Youth in Agribusiness Project, has distributed a wide range of farm inputs and equipment to about 70 young agribusiness entrepreneurs in Oyo State. This initiative, part
Firm strengthens national protein security
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing food security and transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector, Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Ltd has completed the acquisition of 1,800 acres of farmland from UAC of Nigeria Plc in Maya,
FG, Niger sign agreement to engage 100,000 youth in agriculture
In a landmark initiative aimed at addressing food security and youth unemployment, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Niger State Government, and the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding
NDDC trains 364 young farmers in agribusiness
In a bid to enhance agribusiness development and economic sustainability in the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has commenced training for 364 young farmers under the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprise Niger Delta
Mega abattoir project to boost Nigeria’s meat processing capacity
Nigeria’s livestock industry is set for a significant transformation as the ABIS Group expands its processing capacity with a $30 million state-of-the-art livestock processing facility in Idu, Federal Capital Territory. The project, which is expected
NADF partners NBTE to implement national agricultural, technical training for youths
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has outlined a transformative vision to harness the Agri-Tech sector’s potential, aiming to modernize agriculture, create jobs, and equip Nigeria’s youth with critical skills for the future of farming.
Katsina expands dam project to boost irrigation, agriculture
The Katsina State Government has announced the upcoming launch of the second phase of the Danja Dam project, a significant step toward enhancing the state’s irrigation capacity and boosting agricultural productivity. This initiative aims to
Mechanised agriculture way out for Nigeria
Nigeria’s longstanding food insecurity and economic challenges underscore the need for mechanised agriculture. With population growth outpacing traditional farming’s capacity, experts propose mechanisation as a way to increase food production, reduce reliance on imports, and
