Ekohotblog reports that Hon. Abiodun Tobun, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Epe Constituency 1, has revealed his plans to assist over 200 young people in the community through farming to enhance food security. Tobun made this announcement in his speech during the ninth Town Hall Meeting of the House … Read more
The Lagos State Government says its coconut project will provide 200,000 job opportunities for the youth. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Secretary to the Lagos State Government, Mrs Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin said this during a courtesy visit by the Country Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations in Nigeria, Mr … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Princess Surah Animasahun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government, has issued a stern advisory to farmers, urging them to ensure that the fertilizers distributed during the recent agricultural palliatives event are used solely for crop cultivation. She emphasized that these fertilizers are not to be sold, highlighting their high cost … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, a Member of the House of Representatives for Epe Federal Constituency, has distributed agricultural palliatives to farmers in Epe, Lagos State. This move represents a significant effort to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security in the region. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – … Read more
. Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a significant move to support the agricultural sector, the Epe Local Government, led by Chairman, Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, empowered local farmers and fishers on Wednesday with a range of palliatives and essential resources. The empowerment programme, held at the Epe Local Government Secretariat, witnessed farmers receiving cash … Read more
Alhaja Aṣabi praised Surah Animashaun for supporting Epe farmers. Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaja Aṣabi has praised Princess Surah Animashaun, the Epe Local Government Chairman for her efforts in supporting agriculture. She spoke during an empowerment programme for 200 farmers. EDITOR’S PICKS Funke Akindele Visits Lagos Fire Service, Makes Major Announcement For Upcoming Film … Read more
Ekohotblog:LASU Lecturer, 17 Others Get $4.5m Grants To Develop “Gaari” Fryer, Wind Turbine Kunle Aremu A zoology lecturer of the Lagos State University, Dr. Olusegun Babalola is one of the 18 Nigerian academics to get $250,000 grant each to develop prototypes into commercially viable products, including a modern fryer for Nigeria’s staple food, Gaari. Babalola … Read more
Mojoda Epe market women are fielding blames from shoppers for the rise in food prices. Eko Hot Blog reports that Mojoda Epe Market was rife with frustration yesterday as shoppers grappled with the escalating prices of essential goods. EDITOR’S PICKS NiMet Forecasts Weekly Thunderstorms: Check Affected Areas FG Initiates Verification of Private Jet Imports, Summons … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has flagged-off the 2023 wet season sales and distribution of fertilizers as well as other agricultural inputs to farmers in the state at a subsidized rate. According to Nigeria Television Authority, NTA, the event took place in Minna the state capital was aimed … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has signed an agreement with the Czech Republic to empower local farmers in the State. This Nigerian leading news platform understands that the agreement entails the supply of 750 tractors to local farmers in Taraba State that’ll be delivered before the conclusion of the Governor’s first … Read more
[JUST IN] Burnt Benue Farmland: Obasanjo Makes Strong Vow EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former President, Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday vowed that those responsible for the destruction of his farmland in Benue State will be apprehended and prosecuted. It would be recalled that hoodlums on Saturday afternoon razed Obasanjo’s mango farm in Howe community, … Read more
Makinde encouraged the trainees to return to Oyo State and make a difference, noting that to make the governor and the people of the state proud, they must return with the drive to achieve increased yields in different areas. Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Friday that the state would expand the state’s Youth … Read more
“Agriculture as we have always said in the State is the pathway to progress. Particularly for us, we are agrarian.” – Gov. Fayemi Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi has said that the Ikun Dairy Farm in Ikun- Ekit, when fully operational, would serve as a prototype for National Livestock Transformation Plan in … Read more
Commissioners of Agric in the Six South West States of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti are currently attending an emergency virtual meeting with Southwest Agricultural Company (SWACO) and the DAWN Commission. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG, the essence of the meeting is to address the issue of Food Security for Southwest Nigeria, … Read more
Agri-food The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), due to launch in January 2021, is likely to be a watershed for African regional and international agri-food trade, a new report said. Agricultural experts at the Malabo Montpellier Panel analysed the potential opportunities for African national governments and its eight regional economic communities to trade more … Read more
Ogun, Poultry farmers The Ogun State Government has promised its support to boost poultry farming, for the state to retain its pride of place as the largest producer of egg in Nigeria. Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Adeola Odedina, disclosed this while hosting the newly elected executive members of Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), in his … Read more
A group of government Contractors, under the aegis of ‘Concerned Unpaid Contractors 2018 of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development’, has threatened to shut down ministry over unpaid contract funds. As gathered by Eko Hot Blog, the group gave this threat on Thursday when they staged a peaceful protest and barricaded the Headquarters … Read more
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Ogun State Government and National Centre for Agricultural Mechanization (NCAM) have agreed to establish a SAWAH technology-based rice demonstration farm at Igbogila, Yewa North Local Government Area (LGA) of the State. The National Coordinator of NCAM, Dr. Segun Ademiluyi said SAWAH technology is a new innovation from Japan that affords farmers the opportunity of growing … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has confirmed the appointment of Ms. Abisola Olusanya as the substantive Commissioner for Agriculture. The governor’s confirmation was contained in a circular issued on Wednesday by the state Head of Service, Mr Hakeem Muri-Okunola. Olusanya was first appointed as Special Adviser to the Governor on Agriculture on August … Read more