Nigeria Urged to Make Bold Investments in Agriculture for Food Security, Says Abisola Olusanya

Abisola Olusanya, during a press briefing, highlighted the importance of bold investments and partnerships to tackle food security challenges in Nigeria, focusing on Lagos State's unique situation as a commercial hub with a high population density. She stressed the urgency of promoting sustainable food systems and healthy diets to ensure food security.

Olusanya unveiled a 5-year agriculture and food system roadmap for Lagos State, aiming to achieve 40% food self-sufficiency by 2025 through transformative programs to empower farmers and reduce post-harvest losses. The initiative aligns with the United Nations' World Food Day theme of "Hand in Hand, Better Food, Better Future.".