Shettima Launches $500M Niger Delta Agricultural Fund

On Wednesday, during the Niger Delta Agricultural Development Investment Summit in Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima launched a $500 million Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund. He described the initiative as a commendable development for a nation built on an agrarian economy.

Shettima stressed that Nigeria cannot afford to neglect agriculture, as it is vital for food security and economic stability. He noted that the current administration under President Bola Tinubu prioritizes food security, highlighting the need for collaboration between the private sector and government to achieve transformative objectives.

The summit aimed to build partnerships that would mobilize investments, create jobs, and strengthen food security in the Niger Delta. Key figures such as NDDC Managing Director Samuel Ogbuku and Chairman Chiedu Ebi emphasized the need for sustainable development and access to resources for the region's youth and farmers.