By Sylvester Thompson A nature-based solution is demonstrating impressive outcomes in supporting farmers in Kenya, Uganda, and South Sudan and sustainably revitalising their papaya (pawpaw) crops affected by papaya mealybug pest. The papaya mealybug, known scientifically as Paracoccus marginatus, is a devastating pest which is wreaking havoc across East Africa,Continue Reading

By Rukayat Moisemhe Stakeholders in Nigeria’s agribusiness and food systems have called for stronger linkage between agriculture, industry, and markets to unlock value chains, enhance food security, and accelerate sustainable economic growth. They made the call on Thursday in Lagos via a communique from the American Business Council (ABC) eventContinue Reading

By Felicia Imohimi The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) says it will unveil the Afritropic Greenhouse Farms by December to ensure year-round availability of fresh, hygienic vegetables for residents of the FCT and neighbouring states. The Executive Secretary of NALDA, Mr Cornelius Adebayo, made this known during an inspection ofContinue Reading

By Kadiri Abdulrahman The World Bank says economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa has maintained momentum amid heightened global policy uncertainty. The World Bank made this known in the October edition of Africa’s Pulse reports, biannual analysis of economic trends across Sub-Saharan Africa. It said that following a trough in 2023,Continue Reading

By Nana Musa/Kadiri Abdulrahman The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured foreign investors that the government will continue to advance reforms and unlock opportunities for sustainable investment and growth. CBN Governor, Yemi Cardoso, gave the assurance in Washington, while addressing investors at the Nigeria Investors Forum held on theContinue Reading