A gun duel ensued between soldiers and policemen on Thursday at the Borno State Government House in Maiduguri over rice meant for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). The IDPs who chose to stay outside camp, usually throng the Deputy Governor’s office on a daily basis to queue for hours for relief items such as rice. Things... Read More

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June 18, 2016

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Who stole IDPs’ rice? Governor Shettima wants to know

The Borno state Governor, Kashim Shettima , has ordered security agencies in the state to carry out full investigations into the alleged diversion of of rice intended for feeding internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the state. The Governor issued the directive through a statement signed by his special adviser on communications and strategy, Isa Gusau.... Read More

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June 8, 2016

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How FG plans to boost rice, wheat production in 1 year

The Federal Government, on Tuesday, disclosed that it has set-up a National Rice and Wheat Task Force to monitor the results of rice and wheat production in the country. Laolu Akande, the Senior Special Assistant-Media & Publicity to the Vice President, quoted his principal to have said this during the inauguration of the committee at the Presidential... Read More

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June 2, 2016

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Come rain or shine, Fayose will share rice (PHOTOS)

Governor of Ekiti state, Ayo Fayose is a determined man who does not joke with what goes into the stomach; even if it means settling down by the roadside for a quick plate of beans served by himself. Known for his flamboyant generousness when it comes to food, Fayose has given out numerous bags of... Read More

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December 24, 2015

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Fayose shares Christmas rice to Ekiti people (See Photos)

The originator of stomach infrastructure is back at what he knows best- sharing of bags of rice. Governor of Ekiti, Ayo Fayose, ahead of the Christmas celebrations, has began the disbursement of customized small bags of rice to state residents. The governor was on Wednesday, at Stadium Area, Okesa, in Ado Ekiti to supervise the distribution.... Read More

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September 2, 2015

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Fayose returns with stomach infrastructure, shares bags of rice in Ekiti (PHOTOS)

Babatunde Fashola coined the word ‘stomach infrastructure’, but Ayo Fayose, made it prominent in Nigerian politics. The Ekiti state governor, was at it again on Wednesday, as he distributed rice to the people of his state. The official Twitter handle of the state government shared the photos, with the accompanying caption; “Stomach infrastructure for the... Read More

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June 24, 2015

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“Private jets, rice and tomatoes” – It will become hard to import these items and 37 others

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a directive which will effectively stop the importers of certain goods from accessing foreign exchange. According to the apex bank, this move is in a bid to help stabilise the foreign exchange market and encourage local production of these items. The implementation of the new policy is expected to... Read More

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June 20, 2015

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The real reason Gov. El- Rufai stopped Ramadan food distribution

Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufa’i, has ordered a stop to State’s distribution of grains during Ramadan. The Governor said that his administration would not continue with what he described as the PDP’s culture of sharing state’s resources. “I have been made to understand that this Ramadan period, we are supposed to have started sharing rice, milk... Read More

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May 11, 2015

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Analysis: Federal Government’s rice import allocations for 2015

by Adekoya Emmanuel Despite the ongoing furore over rice import allocations for 2014, the Federal Government has downwardly reviewed its import target for the commodity to 1.3 million metric tonnes. According to a letter signed by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Akinwunmi A. Adesina, addressed to the Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy and... Read More

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September 9, 2014

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Going, going…: FG gets set to ban hides and skins, ‘ponmo’

by Akan Ido The days of widespread consumption of hides and skins popularly known as ponmo may be numbered going by statements made today in Ibadan, Oyo, by Akinwumi Adesina, Nigeria’s Agriculture minister. Adesina who was speaking at the 3rd joint anniversary of Animal Science Association of Nigeria (ASAN) and Nigeria Institute of Animal Science held at... Read More

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September 6, 2014

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Photo of Day: This child will never forgive her parents for this (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Like the caption says, ‘This girl will never forgive her parents.’ Who in the world gives their child ‘Rice, stew and a malnourished chicken’ as substitute for a birthday cake? The toddler was obviously displeased with her cake, as she posed for the photo. And the pitch-black shiny wig on the... Read More

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August 11, 2014

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And one more thing: Did you see the ‘Omisore groundnut oil’ for Osun voters (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Osunstate governor, Rauf Aregbesola shared odourless fufu, while the People’s Democratic Party candidate, Iyiola Omisore was the better giver; sharing rice and cooking oil. Maybe Omisore should have added chicken to his gifts to voters, so they’d have a complete meal, and probably voted for him in the Osun elections. ... Read More

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July 24, 2014

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Debo Adejugbe: The legend of the RICE (Y! Politico)

by Debo Adejugbe Finally, His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos State should take a good look at his party and apportion the blames for losing Ekiti where it rightly belongs. No need for the grandstanding and the pretentiousness that he understands the needs of Ekiti people more than them By now, we are all familiar... Read More

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July 3, 2014

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Move over Fayose! Omisore knows the BEST way to win an election (LOOK)

by Adeola Balogun Nigerian politicians have come up with really strange ways of campaigning for elections but judging from Governor Fayose’s recent “rice victory”, it seems that strange is the way to go. The new Ekiti governor-elect and some Zamfara politicians decided to share rice to gain votes in elections. Osun governorship hopeful, Omisore has... Read More

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June 26, 2014

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Here’s what happens when an African man finds out his wife can’t cook Jollof rice (WATCH)

by Isi Esene by Isi Esene This is the funniest video we’ve seen all week and we thought we should share it with you guys. The geniuses at @Funny_African_Pics adapted this Cheaters video to something about a man who finally discovered his wife cannot cook the African staple, Jollof rice. The video was posted with... Read More

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June 23, 2014

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Opinion: Dear hungry generation, your vote is your ‘rice’

by Aminu Yusuf Mallam The APC and the PDP both distributed their branded rice, each sack with an inscription on it. Because we are hungry, we accepted the rice. We need the rice. That’s why they gave us the rice. It is our right. And it did them right. Dear Hungry Generation, I was compelled... Read More

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January 4, 2014

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Dele Momodu: How history will record President Jonathan and his team

by Dele Momodu Why would any rational government official approve an allocation of a cow to the fiery preacher, Pastor Tunde Bakare, who would naturally not only return to sender but also alert the public about the recklessness and financial prodigality on display? Fellow Nigerians, let’s start the year on this hilarious note before we... Read More

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November 28, 2013

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Good news: Govt moves to slash tariffs on imported rice as yuletide approaches

by Akintomiwa Agbaje The Federal government as moved ahead of the yuletide season to curb smuggling on the commodity and loss of revenue to the government. It is also considering to review downwards the 110 percent import duty and levy on imported rice . At the beginning of the year, the government introduced the new tariff currently selling... Read More

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April 25, 2013

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10 things we bet you didn’t know you could cook in a microwave

by Jessica Smith Take advantage of that ubiquitous kitchen tool, and prepare some of these staples in your microwave. Everything from croutons to potato chips — the sky is the limit! Croutons Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave and toss with 1-1/2 cups of cubed bread. Add Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt,... Read More

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December 31, 2012

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‘In fact, things have got worse since you became governor’ – Lori-Ogbebor rejects Uduaghan’s Christmas gift

by Isi Esene A prominent traditional chief in Delta State, Rita Lori-Ogbebor has rejected the Christmas gifts sent to her by the state government. Lori-Ogbebor wrote the governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan, an open letter stating the reasons why the gifts were rejected. She went on to express her dissatisfaction at the achievements of the Uduaghan administration.... Read More

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December 24, 2012

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Photo of the Day: For my yam? It’s no release, no surrender

by Isi Esene This man shall NOT in any way be separated from his Christmas feast. We bet trying to wrest that yam away from him will not be an easy task going by his tight (loving) hug to the tuber. What Nigerians will do for a Merry Christmas. – This photo was sent... Read More

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October 8, 2012

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TICKER: Move over, Cassava: FG set to introduce “flood-resistant” rice

The Federal Government is partnering with the International Rice Research Institute in the Philippines towards the introduction of flood resistant rice in the country. The Minister of Agriculture, Akinwumi Adeshina, stated this in Ilorin on Sunday after a visit to Gov. Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara at the Government House. The minister was in the state to inspect farms... Read More

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September 27, 2012

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TICKER: #NGFloods: 4,700 people displaced, 3,200 hectares of rice plantation submerged

The Kwara State Government has said that 4,700 people had been rendered homeless in the state as a result of flood. In a statement on Wednesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media and Communication, Dr. Muyideen Akorede, the state government said sympathised particularly with the people of Edu Local Government Area... Read More

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June 1, 2012

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Enjoying your imported rice? It’s 10 years old

by Stanley Azuakola As you take another spoonful of rice today, here’s something you should know. An investigation by one of Nigeria’s leading dailies, The Punch, reveals that no imported rice coming into the country is less than 10 years. Countries like Thailand, Brazil, Vietnam, India and Brazil, which export rice to Nigeria, usually keep... Read More

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Soldiers, policemen in gun duel over IDPs rice

Who stole IDPs’ rice? Governor Shettima wants to know

How FG plans to boost rice, wheat production in 1 year

Come rain or shine, Fayose will share rice (PHOTOS)

Fayose shares Christmas rice to Ekiti people (See Photos)

Fayose returns with stomach infrastructure, shares bags of rice in Ekiti (PHOTOS)

“Private jets, rice and tomatoes” – It will become hard to import these items and 37 others

The real reason Gov. El- Rufai stopped Ramadan food distribution

Analysis: Federal Government’s rice import allocations for 2015

Going, going…: FG gets set to ban hides and skins, ‘ponmo’

Photo of Day: This child will never forgive her parents for this (LOOK)

And one more thing: Did you see the ‘Omisore groundnut oil’ for Osun voters (LOOK)

Debo Adejugbe: The legend of the RICE (Y! Politico)

Move over Fayose! Omisore knows the BEST way to win an election (LOOK)

Let the rice sharing continue: Zamfara politicians go the Ekiti way (LOOK)

Here’s what happens when an African man finds out his wife can’t cook Jollof rice (WATCH)

Opinion: Dear hungry generation, your vote is your ‘rice’

Dele Momodu: How history will record President Jonathan and his team

Good news: Govt moves to slash tariffs on imported rice as yuletide approaches

10 things we bet you didn’t know you could cook in a microwave

‘In fact, things have got worse since you became governor’ – Lori-Ogbebor rejects Uduaghan’s Christmas gift

Photo of the Day: For my yam? It’s no release, no surrender

TICKER: Move over, Cassava: FG set to introduce “flood-resistant” rice

TICKER: #NGFloods: 4,700 people displaced, 3,200 hectares of rice plantation submerged

Enjoying your imported rice? It’s 10 years old

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