Author: ayosifam

  Welcome to AyosifamHub! Today, we're diving deep into an issue that touches every plate, every pocket, and every family across Nigeria: climate change and its profound impact on our incredible smallholder farmers. You've likely felt it – the searing heat that lasts a bit too long, the sudden, merciless downpours that turn streets into rivers, or the unpredictable dry spells that leave fields parched. This isn't just "bad weather"; it's...

  We are witnessing a devastating paradox in Nigeria’s food market: prices for staple foodstuff are crashing, offering a fleeting relief to consumers, yet they are crushing the very farmers who produce them. This situation is counter-intuitive. As you rightly point out, the costs of agricultural inputs—fertilizer, seeds, tractor services, and even transport—remain stubbornly high or have continued to rise. So, why the lower prices in...

As a nano cassava and potato processor, you are the engine of local food security, turning raw produce into staples like garri, starch, and chips. Yet, securing the right financial fuel to grow your business can feel like a maze. While the perception is that Microfinance Banks (MFBs) require a "whole lot of records," the truth is that MFBs are uniquely positioned to be your biggest financial allies. It's time to shift the narrative and, as we...

It was a surprising and delightful sight during a recent UNAIDS event break: high-ranking officials, the kind you might expect to reach for a plate of Jollof rice, dodo, or a lavish spread of Semo with Egusi soup and assorted ponmo and fish, were instead requesting... Eba! That's right, the simple, satisfying swallow made from garri was the star of the show. It just goes to show you: no matter your status or background, a good plate of Eba hits...