Nigeria Prioritizes Youth and Women Empowerment in Agriculture at IFAD's 49th Session

The 49th session of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) concluded in Rome with a focus on youth and women empowerment in agriculture. Sen.

Abubakar Kyari led the session, emphasizing the critical role of youth in job creation and innovation. Nigeria's commitment to advancing global food security was highlighted, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stressing the centrality of food security to the nation's priorities.

IFAD President Dr. Álvaro Lario and African entrepreneur Toni Elumelu underscored the catalytic role of young innovators in transforming rural economies. The session emphasized the urgent need to support women farmers and strengthen food systems to address hunger and poverty globally.

Nigeria's resolve to champion multilateral cooperation in tackling hunger and poverty was reaffirmed, with a focus on investing in irrigation and climate-resilient infrastructure to enhance food security.