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The Nigerian Government says it will shut the land border between it and a neigbouring country in a few days’ time to avoid smuggling of foreign rice into the country.
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Ogbeh’s claim on collapse of Thai Rice Mills not correct
Contrary to the claim by Nigeria’s Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mr. Audu Ogbeh that seven Rice Mills have collapsed in Thailand due to the fall in rice importation by Nigeria, it has been revealed by the Thai Rice Exporters Association that rice exports reached a record high last year with most of the demand coming from Benin Republic …
Read More »Presidency says Agriculture pulling Nigeria out of recession, promises to support Wacot, Olam
Presidential spokesman Garba Shehu says efforts to get the nation out of its present economic challenges are beginning to yield positive results, especially in agriculture.He also revealed that the government will continue to encourage companies such as WACOT, Olam, Bua to enhance rice production in the country.
Read More »Nigeria spends $6m on rice import daily says Audu Ogbeh
The Federal Government has said the country spends $6m on the importation of rice daily, the News Agency of Nigeria reported.
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