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As part of efforts to strengthen agricultural transformation in Nigeria, the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima will visit the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) headquarters in Ibadan on Tuesday, 25 February.
This significant visit underscores the government’s commitment to driving the Renewed Hope Agenda—a transformative initiative led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu aimed at tackling Nigeria’s food security challenges and unlocking the potential of the nation’s agricultural sector.
The Vice President’s visit highlights IITA’s pivotal role in supporting the government’s vision of revitalizing agriculture as a cornerstone of national development. IITA, a CGIAR center with headquarters based in Ibadan, Nigeria, has been instrumental in advancing research and innovation that align with the Renewed Hope Agenda through impactful programs like:
The Youth Agripreneurs Program: Empowering young Nigerians with the skills and resources to engage in agribusiness, fostering job creation and driving economic growth in rural communities.