The plan involves deploying more than 1,800 agricultural advisers across the country to provide technical support and advice in this area The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has begun distributing 100,800 bags of fertiliser to 25,200 smallholder farmers in the states of Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi and Jigawa as part of the revamped Farm Input Support Programme (FISP) in Nigeria, according to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS. This was announced by NADF Executive Secretary Mohammed…

Farmers’ association welcomes government initiative aimed at increasing yields and strengthening climate resilience Nigeria has approved 57 new improved crop varieties in a significant move to enhance agricultural productivity, strengthen food security, and improve national nutrition, reports News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS. The newly endorsed varieties span 14 staple crops, with notable advancements in rice, maize, yam, soybean, and plantain. These varieties have been specifically developed for early maturity, higher yields, and improved resistance to…

Country outlines plans to expand gas supply and strengthen West Africa’s energy integration by 2030 Nigeria is advancing efforts to build a regional gas ecosystem in West Africa, targeting daily supply of 12 billion cubic feet by 2030, according to the government initiative “Decade of Gas Secretariat”. The strategy forms part of the national “Gas for Nigeria’s Prosperity” agenda, aimed at leveraging natural resources to support long-term economic development, as reported by News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of…

The project demonstrates the potential of solar power to support sustainable development and improve energy efficiency The United Nations has introduced a solar energy project in Nigeria as part of efforts to promote clean power solutions and strengthen sustainable energy use. The installation, located at the UN House in Abuja, is designed to reduce electricity costs, decrease carbon emissions and encourage wider adoption of renewable technologies, as reported by News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS. The…

Nigeria’s non-oil export value reached US$6.1 billion in 2025, marking an 11.5 per cent increase compared to US$5.46 billion in 2024, according to the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC). This growth reflects the country’s expanding presence in global markets. This is reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS.  In terms of volume, total non-oil exports rose to 8.02 million metric tonnes, up 10 per cent from 7.29 million metric tonnes in 2024, covering 281…

The United Arab Emirates and Nigeria have formally launched a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a new phase in bilateral trade and investment relations focused on sustainable growth and long-term economic cooperation. This is reported by Emirates News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. The agreement was signed in the presence of UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during high-level meetings held on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. Both leaders…

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged the hero for Nigeria as the Super Eagles secured the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following a 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in Casablanca. The game had to be decided straight from penalties after a goalless draw in regulation time. Eric Chelle’s side showed strong character to bounce back from their semi-final disappointment against hosts Morocco earlier in the week, in the same fashion, ensuring they concluded their campaign positively with…

Nigeria booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations with an emphatic 4–0 victory over Mozambique on Monday night, easing through the round of 16 without ever needing to hit top gear. The Super Eagles will face either Algeria or DR Congo in the last eight, with that tie to be decided on Tuesday. The intent from Nigeria was clear from the opening moments and the breakthrough arrived in the 20th minute when Ademola Lookman finished…

Nigeria and DR Congo will meet in Sunday’s CAF World Cup play-off final in Rabat, with the winner advancing to March’s FIFA Inter-Continental Play-Off and keeping their FIFA World Cup 26 dream alive. Kick-off is 20:00 local time (19:00 GMT) at the Stade Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan. Eric Sékou Chelle’s Super Eagles arrive with momentum after a dramatic 4–1 extra-time win over Gabon. Nigeria were pegged back late in normal time but finished emphatically, as Chidera Ejuke struck early…

Nigeria’s aquaculture sector now produces around 500,000 tonnes of fish annually, making the country the largest fish producer in sub-Saharan Africa, according to a representative of an international organisation based in Nigeria. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a media partner of TV BRICS, the organisation’s findings highlight the sector’s vast potential for growth, thanks to the nation’s abundant water resources – from rivers and lakes to its extensive coastline. The report noted that innovative approaches such as…