The newly appointed National Coordinator of the Nigerian Women for Agricultural Progressive and Development Initiative (NWAPDI), Svensson, has vowed to strengthen support for women and youth agripreneurs across Nigeria.
At the handover ceremony in Abuja, Svensson described agriculture as Africa’s next “oil well” and a key driver for economic growth. She emphasized that empowering grassroots women and youth in agriculture will not only ensure food security but also boost small-scale agribusinesses nationwide.
She promised to channel agricultural resources directly to those who need them most—local farmers—saying her appointment reflects the government’s intention to promote real inclusion and sustainability in the sector.
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“Our farmers are entrepreneurs. With the right tools and support, they can grow profitable businesses while feeding the nation,” she said.
Other officials, including Lucy Pam and Anyamus Magit, affirmed the importance of investing in women-led agribusinesses, which form the backbone of Nigeria’s food production system.
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