Abubakar Kyari

Abubakar Kyari has been appointed Chairman of the 49th Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a significant role that places him at the forefront of global agricultural policy and food security initiatives. This appointment reflects confidence in his leadership and Nigeria's agricultural reforms.

Abubakar Kyari, Nigeria's Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, was elected Chairperson of the International Fund for Agricultural Development Governing Council. He emphasized Nigeria's focus on youth and women empowerment in agriculture to unlock economic opportunities and build resilient food systems.

Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, detailed the government's efforts to transform Nigeria's agricultural and food systems through targeted programs and investments.

As the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari led the distribution of equipment and emphasized the program's goals of adding value, reducing post-harvest loss, and empowering farmers. He highlighted the federal-state partnership's visible results.

As Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari stresses that government decisions are designed to protect jobs and encourage value addition. He urges stakeholders to provide factual input for future policy decisions.