By David Olatunji
The Federal Government (FG) of Nigeria has launched a decade-long agricultural renewal initiative spearheaded by youth, aimed at transforming the country’s food system and enhancing the economy.
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🔗 Join Our ChannelVice President, Kashim Shettima announced this initiative at the UN Food Systems Summit in Addis Ababa, stating that it will align with the Comprehensive Africa Agricultural Development Programme (CAADP).
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The plan emphasizes youth involvement, public-private partnerships, and job creation in the agricultural sector.
Shettima highlighted that the Tinubu administration is committed to supporting the initiative with significant investments to bolster local economies.
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Additionally, he reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to the CAADP 2026-2036 Kampala declaration, describing the initiative as a holistic strategy to empower young people and develop a resilient agricultural sector that contributes to national and regional progress.
