The Growing Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Agriculture in Nigeria and Kenya.

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The Growing Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Agriculture in Nigeria and Kenya.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is gradually transforming agriculture across Africa, particularly in countries like Nigeria and Kenya, where technology adoption is expanding rapidly. Experts estimate that AI could contribute as much as $2.9 trillion to Africa’s economy by 2030, with agriculture emerging as one of the sectors expected to benefit the most. In recent years, African […]

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Agriculture Key to Nigeria’s Stability and Economic Future — Ibrahim Muhammed

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The Co-founder of Commodity.ng, Ibrahim Muhammed, popularly known as IBM Bangis, has described agriculture as one of the most important pillars for Nigeria’s long-term stability, economic growth and national development. Speaking during the Youth in Agriculture Summit held in Abuja, Ibrahim emphasized that no nation can achieve sustainable prosperity without investing heavily in food production,

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BoA Moves to Stabilise Food Prices and Protect Farmers From Market Volatility

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The Bank of Agriculture (BoA) has introduced new initiatives aimed at addressing Nigeria’s unstable agricultural markets and shielding smallholder farmers from frequent price fluctuations that often affect income and production decisions. According to the Managing Director, Ayo Sotinrin, the reforms form part of the Federal Government’s broader agricultural strategy under President Bola Tinubu, focused on

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How Data-Driven Precision Agriculture Can Transform Farming in Nigeria

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Nigeria’s agricultural sector remains one of the largest contributors to the economy, accounting for roughly 24–26% of GDP and employing more than one-third of the population. Yet productivity across the sector remains significantly below global standards due to poor data systems, outdated farming methods, climate shocks, low mechanisation, and inefficient input usage. Data-driven precision agriculture

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Nigeria strengthens data-driven agric policy to tackle food insecurity

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Nigeria’s push toward data-driven agricultural policymaking is a critical step in addressing the country’s persistent food insecurity challenges, according to Ibrahim Muhammed (IBM Bangis), co-founder of Commodity.ng Speaking on the recently unveiled 2026 Agricultural Performance Survey (APS), Ibrahim Muhammed noted that evidence-based planning has become essential for building a resilient and productive agricultural sector capable

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Nigeria Needs Agripreneurs, Not Just More Farmers — Commodity Nigeria’s Founder (IBM Bangis)

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The Chief Executive Officer of Commodity Nigeria, Ibrahim Muhammed, popularly known as IBM Bangis, has called for a major shift in how Nigerians approach agriculture, stressing that the country needs more agripreneurs rather than simply increasing the number of farmers. Speaking at a summit held in Lagos themed “From Labour to Wealth Through Agribusiness,” Ibrahim

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How Smarter Irrigation Is Transforming Farming in Northern Nigeria

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For many farmers in northern Nigeria, irrigation is no longer just a farming tool—it is becoming a lifeline for productivity, income stability, and climate resilience. In Kano State, Mustapha Adamu remembers when farming on a 6,000-hectare stretch of land was extremely difficult due to poor water access, degraded soil, and unpredictable weather conditions. That situation

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Bank of Agriculture Pushes Nationwide Mechanization Plan Through Lawmakers

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The Bank of Agriculture (BoA) is seeking collaboration with members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives to expand mechanised farming across all 360 federal constituencies, in a bid to boost food production, create jobs, and strengthen rural economies. The proposal was presented by Managing Director Ayo Sotinrin during a plenary session, where he outlined a grassroots-driven

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FMN Prize for Innovation 2026 Opens Call for Cassava-Focused Solutions in Nigeria

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Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN) has announced the 2026 edition of its annual Prize for Innovation, inviting Nigerian entrepreneurs and students to submit practical solutions aimed at improving cassava production and processing across the country. The initiative, designed to promote sustainable food systems, targets innovations that can strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural value chain, enhance productivity,

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How Farmers Can Survive and Thrive in Nigeria’s Dry Season Farming Cycle

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As Nigeria transitions into the dry season, farmers across the country are once again faced with one of the most demanding phases of the agricultural calendar. Reduced rainfall, rising temperatures, water scarcity, and increasing input costs combine to place significant pressure on farm productivity and rural livelihoods. While some farmers adopt irrigation systems to sustain

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