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.

Red Sea Attacks Hamper Ukrainian Agricultural Exports, Forcing Diversification

News in brief: – Ukrainian agricultural exports face setbacks in January due to the Red Sea crisis, with Houthi attacks and holiday-related factors causing a slowdown. –...

Lagos Revamps Red Meat Industry With Feedlot, Academy, Modern Meat Shops

News in brief: – The Lagos State Government has introduced the Lagos Red Meat Initiative, featuring a 750-hectare feedlot, a Butchers’ Academy, and modern meat shops,...

FG Partners with Agro Input Dealers To Combat Food Insecurity, Inflation

News in brief: – Nigeria’s federal government has partnered with the association of agro input dealers to address food insecurity and rising food inflation by ensuring...

Nigeria Pledges Faster Inspections For Agro-Exports To Boost Business Ease

News in brief: – Nigeria is expediting inspection and certification procedures for agricultural exports to simplify the process and attract more businesses to the sector. – The...

Unwholesome Plantain Chips Raise Health Concerns In Lagos

News in brief: – Lagos consumer agency issues a warning about unhygienic practices in the production of popular ‘plantain chips,’ following a viral social media post...

Bluegreen Aphids Develop Insecticide Resistance, Threatening Global Legumes

News in brief: – A study reports the first case of insecticide resistance in the globally distributed bluegreen aphids, posing a potential threat to crops such...

Agriculture Takes Center Stage In Climate Action As FAO Urges Transformation

News in brief: – FAO emphasises the crucial role agriculture must play in addressing climate change and ensuring global food security, especially in the face of...

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