The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has launched a Twinning Project aimed to improve food security and promote sustainable food systems in Nigeria through the adoption of climate-smart technologies.
The project is a collaboration between Nigeria, the European Union, and EU member states including Czech Republic, Austria, and Latvia. It is designed to support Nigeria’s transition to a more resilient agricultural system by strengthening value chains and enhancing productivity.
According to a statement by the Ministry, the initiative will focus on the use of technology to address challenges in the agricultural sector, including low productivity, post-harvest losses, climate change impacts, and inefficiencies across the value chain.
The Federal Government says it is scaling up digital agriculture and strengthening pest control systems as part of broader efforts to improve output. Ongoing interventions also include investments in irrigation, expansion of dry-season farming, mechanisation, and improved access to inputs such as fertilisers and climate-resilient seeds.
The programme also targets climate-resilient agriculture, job creation, and inclusive growth, with a focus on youth and women involved in agribusiness.
Speaking at the launch event in Abuja, Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, who was represented by Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food security, says the initiative is designed to advance climate-smart agriculture and strengthen sustainable food systems in Nigeria.
He says the project aligns with the Federal Government’s strategy to reposition agriculture as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and food security.
“The Twinning Project is expected to play an important role in strengthening Nigeria’s agribusiness ecosystem by supporting a comprehensive review of the National Agricultural Resilience Framework and aligning policies with global best practices,” he says.
The initiative, he adds, will also support capacity building for Nigerian institutions through training programmes, study visits, and technical exchanges.
In his remarks, Gautier Mignot says the project is designed to address gaps between policy and implementation in Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
“Addressing food insecurity requires not only investment but strong institutions and effective policies,” he says. “This project will identify key gaps and provide practical recommendations that translate into real improvements for farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities.”
He adds that the initiative is expected to improve productivity while reducing post-harvest losses and environmental risks through strengthened institutional frameworks and climate-smart practices.
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