NIGERIA

SAA, Japan Embassy renew commitment to support Nigeria’s agricultural sector transformation

The Embassy of Japan in Nigeria and SAA-Nigeria have reiterated their commitment to strengthen their joint effort in helping the country to transform its agricultural sector. The two institutions made the assurance during a courtesy visit by the SAA’s Country Director, Dr Godwin Atser, to Japan’s Embassy in Abuja. The renewed commitment is aimed at tapping Japanese innovation, including information and communication technologies (ICTs), to improve farming systems in Nigeria.

While receiving the Country Director, Ambassador Kazuyoshi Matsunaga appreciated the significant role played by SAA in Africa. The meeting came at a time when Nigeria is emphasizing the position of agriculture in lifting its population out of poverty by creating jobs and new wealth. Dr Atser said agriculture holds great potential, which is, however, yet to be fully harnessed. He further explained how SAA’s strategy 2021-2025 seeks to tackle the many problems confronting the country’s agriculture sector.

The Ambassador note that the rapid internet penetration in Nigeria is an asset to be harnessed for agricultural development. He also noted that technologies for agricultural mechanization could reduce drudgery, boost productivity, and improve the efficiency of farmers in Nigeria. He further promised to support the SAA’s activities in the country.

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