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Charges Army To Defeat Terrorism, Insurgency
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to eliminate all barriers stalling Nigeria’s agricultural potential, especially in livestock production, in a push towards food sovereignty and global exports.
The president made the declaration during a bilateral meeting with the Brazilian President, Lula da Silva, on Saturday at the Copacabana Forte in Brazil.
A statement on the event was issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga and made available to newsmen in Abuja. The president said that excessive bureaucracy had delayed progress in agriculture, and Nigeria was undertaking reforms to make the sector globally competitive.
He highlighted agriculture as a key area where Nigeria holds a natural competitive advantage that can be unlocked through smart partnerships. Tinubu assured Brazil that all technical bottlenecks in bilateral agreements would be removed to fast-track trade, energy, mining, and agricultural cooperation.
All technicalities in agreements between the two countries will be streamlined and fast-tracked in trade, aviation, energy transition, food and agricultural development, mining, and natural resources exploration,” Tinubu said. He praised Brazil’s agricultural research leadership, calling the South American giant a model in food production and export.
On livestock, Tinubu said Nigeria was scaling up investments in poultry, fisheries, and cattle rearing to boost food supply and job creation. He added that Nigeria’s blue economy offered strong potential for long-term collaboration with Brazil in marine and aquatic resources.
The president called for immediate action, stating that both federal and state governments must act swiftly to drive food production nationwide. He stressed that state governments play a critical role in turning agriculture into a major source of employment and national revenue.
Da Silva echoed Tinubu’s urgency, promising to regularise and update all agreements when Tinubu visits Brazil again. He called for the removal of bureaucracy and promised Brazil’s institutions would collaborate with Nigeria to improve livestock farming systems.
Sen. Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture reaffirmed Tinubu’s commitment to food security through strategic global and local partnerships.
Kyari pointed to Nigeria’s edge in fertiliser production as a ready-made asset for agricultural growth. Idi Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development, identified three priority areas for Brazil-Nigeria cooperation; animal health, sanitation, and genetic research.
G ov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, said that the planned Nigeria- Brazil business forum would inject new ideas and investment into the sector. Onanuga stated that Governors from Benue, Ogun, Niger, Delta, and Lagos State were present, reinforcing sub-national support for Tinubu’ sagri-drive.
Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Mohammed Mohammed, Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) also participated in the bilateral meeting.
...Charges Army To Defeat Terrorism, Insurgency
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, in Kaduna charged the Nigerian Army to defeat terrorism and insurgency. Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, made the call at the grand finale of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, marking the Army’s 162nd year anniversary. The theme for this years’ celebration is ‘Developing the Soldier First Concept: Imperative for Nigerian Army’s Transformation Drive: Tinubu said that the theme reflected not just strategy but humanity.
He added that the event was a time for solemn pause, reflection and celebration, honoring the sacrifices of soldiers who had patriotically defended the nation.
He stated that the nation was facing challenges from terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and separatist agitations, which were existential threats that required a united, firm, and uncompromising response. He also said that the Nigerian Army has been the spine of the nation’s sovereignty since 1863, shaping the course of history and earning its place in the hearts of patriots.
“The Army brought the Nigerian Civil War to a close with the immortal words, ‘no victor, no vanquished’, reminding Nigerians of their shared destiny,” he said.
The president praised the Army’s peacekeeping missions across the continent and around the globe, adding that they had fought for peace and stood for principle. Tinubu commended the Army’s commitment to placing the soldier at the center of reforms, assuring that his administration stands firmly with them on that path.
The president urged the Army to press on with honour, guided by the constitution and international law, with strength remaining disciplined and courage anchored in justice. Tinubu extended sympathies to the families of those soldiers that had fallen in the line of duty, assuring that their memories would endure for generations.
