Tag: Agriculture
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Food for Thought: UN Survey Projects Hunger for 82 Million Nigerians by 2030
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82 million Nigerians may face hunger by 2030, as per UN survey. The post details the stark food insecurity projected for the country’s future. As Nigeria stands at the precipice of an alarming food crisis, a grim forecast from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) casts a shadow over the…
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TELA Maize: Sowing Innovation or Reaping Trouble?
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TELA maize, while promising drought tolerance and insect resistance, sparks debates over GMO risks, health concerns, ecological impacts, and the dominance of seed patent holders threatening agricultural autonomy. In the vibrant tapestry of agriculture, a new thread has woven its way through: genetically modified organisms (GMOs). TELA maize, a prime…
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GMOs Get the Green Light in Ghana.
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GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) have become a topic of intense debate and scrutiny in recent years. These are organisms whose genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally. While proponents argue that GMOs can help address global challenges like food security and climate change, critics…
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Chief Michael Okpara: A Legacy of Authentic Progress and Cultural Revolution
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Chief Michael Okpara’s legacy as a visionary leader and champion of agricultural development in Nigeria’s Eastern Region remains an integral part of the region’s history. Born on December 25, 1920, in Umuegwu-Akokwa, present-day Imo State, Nigeria, Okpara studied medicine at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, before returning to Nigeria to…
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Thomas Sankara: Championing Self-Reliance for a Free Africa
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In October 1987, Thomas Sankara, the visionary leader of Burkina Faso, was tragically assassinated in a coup d’état. Just months before his death, in a compelling interview, Sankara passionately articulated his resolute stance against foreign aid and his unwavering belief in the power of self-reliance to liberate Africa. Sankara’s philosophy…
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The Real Concerns About GMOs in African Agriculture
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GMOs in African Agriculture-David Hundeyin, a Nigerian journalist and author, has highlighted significant concerns about the introduction of GMOs into African agricultural supply chains. While much of the debate around GMOs focuses on their health implications, Hundeyin draws attention to the broader socioeconomic impacts and issues of control and ownership.…