‘We Must Make Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Project Work in Nigeria’ – Agric Minister The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, has emphasized that the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) project is an integral part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agenda on food security, agro-industrialisation, and inclusive
Meeting Between National Coordination office for Special Agro-industrial Processing Zones (NPC-SAPZ) Program and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADFUND). The goal: to foster a productive partnership that would revolutionize the nation’s agro-industrial landscape. As the participants settled in, the NPC-SAPZ, Dr. Kabir Yusuf, stood to deliver his welcome remarks. His
Project Brief History With over 200 million population growing at 3% annually, Nigeria is the most populouscountry on the African continent. Nigeria is also the largest economy on the continent.Despite the recent growth momenta, Nigeria faces significant and persistent poverty.About 40% of the country´s population lives under the poverty line
The first Phase of Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZs) Program will be implementedin seven (7) states (Cross River, Imo, Kaduna, Kano, Kwara, Ogun, and Oyo) and the FederalCapital Territory (FCT). The Program development objective is to support inclusive and sustainable agro-industrialdevelopment in Nigeria. The Program has four broad components namely:
Please, kindly download the full report below: Executive Summary Background and rationale. With close to 200 million people, and a population growthestimated at 3% per year, Nigeria is the most populous country on the African continent.Nigeria is also the largest economy of the region. Like other middle-income countries, Nigeriafaces significant
The National Coordination Office for Special Agro-Industrial Processing zones and Government officials embarked on a study tour to SEBORE FARMS for Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration.
As the administrative and political nucleus of Nigeria, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is not only a hub of governmental activities but also a burgeoning center for agricultural pursuits. Among the various agricultural sectors, the livestock value chain in the FCT has gained prominence, contributing significantly to the local economy
Cross River State, situated in the southern part of Nigeria, is not only known for its lush green landscapes and biodiversity but also for its significant contributions to the cocoa value chain. The state’s commitment to agricultural excellence has propelled it into a key player in Nigeria’s cocoa industry, fostering
Nigeria’s agricultural landscape is diverse, and Imo State, situated in the southeastern part of the country, has become a significant player in the dairy value chain. The dairy sector in Imo has evolved into a robust system, making substantial contributions to the local economy and fostering agricultural sustainability. Dairy Farming
Ogun State has emerged as a key player in the rice value chain, reflecting the state’s commitment to agricultural development. The rice value chain in Ogun has evolved into a dynamic system, contributing significantly to the state’s economy and playing a pivotal role in Nigeria’s quest for food security. Rice
