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Delicious but Potentially Dangerous: A Guide to Safely Enjoying These Iconic Nigerian Dishes Without Risking Your Health
Nigerian foods is a vibrant blend of flavors, textures, and spices that make it one of the most celebrated cuisines in the world. … Continue Reading
JUST IN: NAFDAC Seizes ₦5 Billion Worth Of Fake Rice In Nasarawa, Abuja Markets
NAFDAC Cracks Down on Counterfeit Rice Syndicate, Seizes Over ₦5 Billion Worth of Fake Rice in Nasarawa and Abuja Markets
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismantled a major counterfeit rice operation … Continue Reading
World Bank Report Reveals Over 700 Million People Living In Extreme Poverty
As global poverty remains a pressing issue, the World Bank’s 2024 report underscores the need for urgent action to tackle multidimensional poverty and economic instability.
The World Bank has issued a stark warning in its 2024 Year in Review report, … Continue Reading
State Governor Launches Subsidised Rice Sale at ₦38,700 per Bag to Ease Economic Hardship
Sokoto State Governor Rolls Out Major Subsidy on Rice Sale to Support Grassroots Amid Economic Challenges
In a bid to alleviate the rising cost of living, Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has launched the sale of subsidised food items, … Continue Reading
Russia Swaps Cash for Citrus: Mandarins Become New Currency Amid Payment Crisis
Chickpeas for Mandarins: How Russia and Pakistan Are Dodging Sanctions with a New Trade Strategy
Russian companies have initiated a barter trade system with Pakistan to navigate challenges posed by Western sanctions, avoiding monetary transactions altogether. This alternative trade method … Continue Reading
Tragedy in Enugu: School Proprietor’s Three Children Die After Eating Poisonous Beans
Suspected Poisonous Beans Claims Lives of Three Siblings, Sparks Fear and Calls for Food Safety in Enugu Community
In a heart-wrenching incident, three children of a school proprietor tragically lost their lives after consuming allegedly poisonous beans in Agu-Uwani, … Continue Reading
FG Set To Stop Food Importation In Nigeria – Edun
The Minister stated that reducing food importation is not just an economic necessity but also a crucial step towards Nigeria’s long-term self-sufficiency and economic independence.
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to significantly reduce its reliance … Continue Reading
Namibia to Kill More Than 700 Animals To Combat Severe Hunger
Elephants, Zebras, and Hippos Among Animals Targeted as Drought Fuels Food Crisis In Namibia
Facing its worst drought in a century, Namibia has announced plans to cull(reduce the population of (a wild animal) by selective slaughter.)more than 700 … Continue Reading
Tomato and Yam Prices Drop in July 2024, Despite Soaring Year-on-Year Costs
Yam And Tomato Prices Drop On A Month-on-Month Basis
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a significant drop in the prices of tomatoes and yams on a month-on-month basis in July 2024. According to the latest … Continue Reading
Experts Warn Inconsistent Rainfall Could Worsen Food Security in Nigeria
In recent interviews with the NAN, experts have raised concerns that the ongoing inconsistent rainfall could severely impact food harvests in Nigeria for 2024 and beyond.
Ms. Gloria Bulus, an environmental expert and founder of the Bridge-that-Gap Initiative, highlighted … Continue Reading