Feb 12, 2024 · Nigeria’s foray into genetically modified crops has marked a significant milestone in addressing food security challenges. The success stories of the PBR Cowpea and TELA Maize underscore the potential benefits of biotechnology, despite opposition from certain quarters.

Jul 25, 2022 · Nigerian leaders are urging other West African nations to adopt genetically modified cowpea given their own success with the crop.

Apr 26, 2024 · Of these, four (maize, cowpea, cotton, and soybean) have been officially approved for commercialization by Nigerian authorities, with Nigeria listed among the six African countries leading in biotech crop adoption across the continent. What are GMOs?

This GMO Database serves as a transparent resource, providing comprehensive information on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) that have undergone rigorous risk assessment and received approval for various applications in the country.

Jul 4, 2024 · The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) has stated that the current scientific consensus, which the agency supports, confirms that genetically modified foods approved for consumption in Nigeria are safe.

Jul 23, 2024 · No fewer than 25 genetically modified (GM) products have been approved in Nigeria, the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), said Tuesday. The leading African ecological think tank, which disclosed this in a statement, explained that the GM products comprise 11 for field trials; 4 for commercial release; and 10 for food, feed or processing.

Dec 19, 2024 · A nationwide rally against Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in Nigeria has brought to the fore the concerns of experts over the potential health and environmental risks associated with the introduction of the organisms into the country’s food system.

Jan 28, 2019 · After nearly a decade of research by its own scientists, Nigeria has approved its first genetically modified (GM) food crop — pest-resistant cowpea. The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) decision to allow the environmental release of GM cowpea affirms the crop’s safety.

Dec 10, 2024 · Minister of State for Agriculture, Aliyu Abdullahi, has emphasized the crucial role of genetically modified organism (GMO) products in addressing the challenges faced by Nigerian farmers. Abdullahi stated that Nigeria's journey towards food sufficiency relies heavily on significant investments in GMOs, particularly those made by the Federal ...

Aug 4, 2022 · The Director General of the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), Dr. Rufus Ebegba, has restated that all approved Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) or food crops in Nigeria are...