Nigeria News Digest: August 6, 2025

The Ghanaian government increased the cocoa producer price for the 2025/2026 crop season, subsidizing farmers throughout the year. Other initiatives include the reintroduction of a free fertilizer policy and scholarships for cocoa farmer's children.

An op-ed challenges the narrative that President Tinubu is solely responsible for the North's challenges, highlighting the region's representation in the government and ongoing infrastructure projects.

Davido celebrated selling out twelve venues across North America on his 5ive Alive tour, marking a significant milestone for the Afrobeats star.

Flooding in Ebonyi State has threatened the rice harvest for the upcoming season, leading to concerns about potential price increases due to production losses.

The Jigawa State government released N1.5 billion for the second phase of its civil servants' agricultural loan scheme, aiming to support 5,750 workers in the agricultural sector.

In Ethiopia, entrepreneur Felicia Gbuka is using food processing technology to increase the value of rice and cassava, creating marketable products and contributing to food security.

Notorious bandit leader Turji Bello surrendered to peace talks facilitated by Islamic clerics in Zamfara State, releasing 32 hostages as part of the agreement. The government is continuing negotiations to disarm all bandit groups.

Professor Otolorin has urged medical practitioners to plan for their life after service, highlighting the importance of financial and professional preparedness for retirement.

At least 26 people, mostly women, were kidnapped by bandits in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. This incident follows another attack in Kaura Namoda LGA where five people were killed and scores abducted. The recent attacks are attributed to military operations in neighboring Sokoto State.

Bandits leader Bello Turji has released 32 hostages and surrendered some weapons as part of a peace deal. While details of the deal are unclear, authorities have yet to confirm the development.

Oyo State Governor Makinde highlighted his administration's Legacy Dashboard, modeled after Rwanda's Imihigo Delivery Compact, which aims to track and hold ministries accountable for delivering key projects by 2027.