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Nigerian yam exporters have refuted news report which alleged rejection of their consignments in the United Kingdom (UK) and United States of America (USA).  In a statement on Tuesday, the exporters explained that their consignments were successfully cleared at the ports and delivered to their various warehouses.  According to the statement, the concerned exporters “have expressed worries about the potential impact …

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Nigeria last Thursday began yam exports to the United Kingdom with 72 tons of yams in three containers. Minister of Agriculture Audu Ogbe said the matter was tabled at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Wednesday as a major milestone in the export market and diversification process. According to the minister, the country would strive to export more yams …

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