Nigeria's Government Reviews Agricultural Laws for Modernization

The Federal Government has begun the second phase of reviewing 18 agricultural laws in Nigeria, aiming to replace outdated provisions with a modern legal framework that enhances food sovereignty, attracts investment, and supports sustainable agricultural development. Hafsat Dupe Belgore, Director of Legal Services at the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, represented by Assistant Legal Adviser Manbyen Mamvong, announced this on Thursday in Abuja during the opening of the Second Phase of the Stakeholders’ Technical Retreat.

The first phase involved a comprehensive diagnostic mapping of existing agricultural legislation, identifying obsolete provisions and regulatory gaps. The second phase will validate findings and draft reform proposals, gathering sector-specific inputs and aligning the review with the Renewed Hope Agenda and international best practices.

Hon. Bello Ka’oje (Rep, Bagudo Suru), Chairman of the House Committee on Agricultural Production Services, emphasized the importance of this review for ensuring the legal framework's relevance. Emeka Ogenyi, Consultant and Lead Partner at Thinkfield Law, stated that the retreat would facilitate the validation of proposed amendments for submission to the Ministry of Justice.