Joseph Akahome

Joseph O Akahome (OJ) is a writer, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Literature from the University of Benin. He is an avid agriculturist, with a bias for poultry and an insatiable appetite for chicken wings. When he is neither reading nor researching, he likes to spend recreational time playing board games, or swimming in serene forested lakes.

Nigeria Targets Billion-Dollar Leather Boost With Data-Driven Revamp

News in Brief: - The Nigerian government aims to revitalise its leather industry, seeking detailed data to drive growth and achieve a projected $1 billion...

China Advances High-Protein Corn, Aiming to Reduce Soybean Reliance

News in Brief: - China is developing high-protein corn varieties to reduce its reliance on soybean imports for animal feed, aiming to enhance food security...

Ekiti Young Farmers Reap Over ₦200 Million In State-Backed Initiative

News in Brief: - Ekiti State's agricultural program has generated over ₦200 million for young farmers through state support and guaranteed purchases, driving economic growth...

ECOWAS, AfDB Secure $12 Million To Boost West African Rice Value Chain

News in Brief: - ECOWAS and the AfDB have signed a $12 million grant agreement to fund the REWARD project, aimed at strengthening the rice...

Egypt’s 650 MW Wind Farm Features Record-Breaking Turbine Blade

News in Brief: - Egypt has completed the 650 MW GOS II Wind Farm, featuring a record-breaking turbine blade, significantly boosting its renewable energy...

Lagos Officials Blame Saboteurs For Rice Shortage, Sparks Public Outcry

News in Brief: - The Lagos State Government blames saboteurs for artificial rice scarcity and cites paddy shortages as a major production challenge. - Residents...

Nigeria’s Agricultural Growth Plummets to Five-Year Low, Threatening Food Security

New in Brief: - Nigeria's agricultural sector reached a five-year low growth of 1.76% in 2024, driven by climate change, funding shortages, and insecurity. -...

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