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Why Growtech West Africa 2027 is launching in Lagos at a defining moment for Agriculture and Food in the region
2+ hour, 28+ min ago (29+ words) As West Africa accelerates efforts to strengthen food security and reduce dependence on imported food, a major new agribusiness platform is preparing to launch in Lagos. Read more....
Ram prices hit "700, 000 in Kano as buyers stay away ahead of Eid-el-Kabir
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (617+ words) Ram sellers in Kano say business is slow ahead of Eid-el-Kabir even though there are plenty of animals available. Prices of rams, cows and camels have increased because of higher transportation and animal feed costs. Many buyers are waiting for…...
Olam Agri raises the bar with Mama's Pride cholesterol-free, nutrient-rich soya oil
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (396+ words) The launch event, held on Wednesday, witnessed remarkable market enthusiasm, with trade partners from across the country in attendance. "Speaking at the event, Saurabh Kumar, the Africa Head of Edible Oil Processing at Olam Agri, described the product as a…...
Would you buy 7 pieces of akara for "22k? Nigerians react to the great akara heist
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (938+ words) A Lagos vendor triggered nationwide disbelief and intense online debate by selling a small batch of seven Akara pieces for a staggering "22, 000. Netizens strongly condemned the upscale rebranding of traditionally affordable street food, viewing it as a pretentious disconnect from…...
NAFDAC clears Bon Bread as safe after viral video sparked "50 million defamation lawsuit
1+ week, 6+ hour ago (427+ words) NAFDAC has cleared Bon Bread of wrongdoing after investigating a viral bread preservation video that sparked controversy online. Laboratory tests found the bread met approved safety standards and contained no harmful substances. The case had escalated into a "50 million lawsuit,…...
How to remove harmful chemicals from everyday food (7 proven methods)
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (107+ words) Worried about pesticides in Nigerian food? Learn 7 proven ways to remove harmful chemicals from fruits, vegetables, beans, and rice safely. Read more....
Why cooking with rotten tomatoes can kill you
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (1068+ words) Tomatoes are a staple ingredient in kitchens across Nigeria, the UK and beyond, used in soups, stews, sauces and countless everyday meals." Health authorities are warning consumers that using rotten or mouldy tomatoes in cooking could be far more dangerous…...
From Domino's to Balmoral: Lagos businesses shut down over enviromental violation in 2026
1+ week, 4+ day ago (374+ words) Lagos State sealed several commercial businesses in 2026 over sewage and wastewater violations. Affected locations include Lekki Phase 1, Victoria Island, and Ikeja. The focus of these actions was primarily on improper wastewater disposal, sewage discharge into public drains, and failure to…...
Blue42 makes its debut: a new era of premium social experiences begins
1+ week, 5+ day ago (234+ words) Born from a collaboration between Johnnie Walker Blue Label and Don Julio, Blue42 is a new experiential platform designed to create what both brands describe as a "mid-tempo" social experience, a carefully curated environment that sits comfortably between high-energy nightlife and…...
Nigeria's best bartenders are about to battle it out, and you could be one of them
2+ week, 3+ day ago (277+ words) If you have ever watched a bartender work and thought, "I could do better, this is your moment. Diageo has officially launched World Class Nigeria 2026, the local leg of the world's most prestigious bartending competition, and they are coming to…...