The BATN Foundation has restated its commitment to empowering Nigeria’s smallholder farmers and strengthening the nation’s agricultural ecosystem through its 2025 Agribusiness Dialogue Session. The biennial event, which took place …
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Shea Nut Export Ban : Economic Boon Or Risky Gamble?
Across northern Nigeria, the shea nut harvest season has always been a quiet but vital part of local economies. Women and farmers in villages across Zamfara, Sokoto, and Niger states …
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What Drives Revenue Booms In Nigeria’s Tech Ecosystem?
Lagos, Abuja, and Yaba are buzzing with a new kind of energy. The streets may still be congested and the power supply unpredictable, but across offices, co-working spaces, and even …
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The Rise of Agritech In Nigeria : Can Technology Feed The Nation?
Nigeria, often described as the giant of Africa, has always relied heavily on agriculture to sustain its economy and feed its rapidly growing population. From the farmlands of Kaduna to …
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How African Youth Are Transforming The Continent’s Economy
Africa’s population is young, energetic and ambitious, and this reality is shaping the future of the continent’s economy in ways that can no longer be ignored. With over 60 percent …
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Bridging Africa’s Agricultural Financing Gap
Across Africa, small and medium agribusinesses remain stuck in what experts call the “missing middle” of finance. The common argument is that collateral is the biggest barrier to accessing agricultural …
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Building with AI: The next big move for Nigerian entrepreneurs
In the bustling markets of Lagos, the vibrant tech hubs of Yaba, and the sprawling farmlands of Kano, a quiet but powerful revolution is underway. Nigerian entrepreneurs, long celebrated for …
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Nigerian Farmers Advised to Reduce Antibiotics in Livestock for Sustainable Agriculture
Nigerian farmers have been advised to reduce their heavy use of antibiotics in livestock production to protect animal health, improve food safety, and safeguard the environment. The call was made …
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Baobab and Marula Book Launched in Nigeria: A Call for Culture, Climate Action and Indigenous Wisdom
A virtual conference yesterday marked the official launch of the book “Baobab and Marula – New Solutions to Global Warming and Food Security”, bringing together scholars, writers, environmental experts and …
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FG Unveils New Agric Investment Incentives, Targets 21m Jobs
The Federal Government has announced fresh agricultural investment incentives that it said could create 21 million jobs across the country. The new measures were unveiled on Tuesday as part of …