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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Agriculture

April 24, 2026

Nigeria to experience largest increase in food insecurity globally in 2026: Report

The 2026 Global Report on Food Crises, released on Friday, said drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026.

Iranian drone attack on Bahrain
April 24, 2026

NCoS to turn custodial farms into agribusiness hubs for food security, inmates’ rehabilitation

According to Mr Nwakuche, the NCoS is leveraging its vast land resources and available manpower to support food production.

Nigerian Correctional Service
April 24, 2026

Researchers warn of global decline in fish growth due to over-fishing

Researchers from Australia’s James Cook University analysed nearly 7,700 growth records covering 1,479 marine species from 1908 to 2021.

Photo of a Fish market used to illustrate the story
April 24, 2026

Oyo: Pandemonium in Innayin community as rampaging elephant kills one, resident missing

The police spokesman said a 45-year-old man, Ibrahim Tijani, was fatally wounded by the elephant. A local, Muhammadu Bingin, was reported missing after the elephant attack.

Angry Elephant
April 23, 2026

AFAN elects new executives in Enugu

He urged contestants to accept the outcome of the election in good faith. 

All Farmers Association of Nigeria
April 23, 2026

NEPC upskills Adamawa stakeholders on zero export rejection

Ms Ayeni said the project formed part of the state’s agricultural export and commercial strategy.

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
April 23, 2026

Evening-class Lagos lawyer nabbed by EFCC over forged NBA seal

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has apprehended a 55-year-old suspected fake lawyer for using a forged Nigerian Bar Association seal in Lagos.

Lawyers
April 23, 2026

HEDA warns Nigerian farmers of 2026 flood risks

HEDA has issued an advisory on the 2026 flood outlook, warning farmers and stakeholders of widespread risks across Nigeria.

Flooded Maiduguri
April 22, 2026

NASS pledges improved funding for agric research institute

He said that post-harvest losses remain one of the greatest threats to Nigeria’s food security.

National Assembly
April 22, 2026

Kano: Tarauni LG vaccinates 7,213 cattle against livestock diseases

Mr Dahiru said that the animals were vaccinated free of charge for herders. 

Cattle