In a bid to revolutionize Nigeria's Agricultural Sector in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Administration, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale  Edun has presided over a pivotal meeting with key stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of the National Agricultural Growth Scheme - Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP).

The meeting, which was held today in his office in Abuja, brought together representatives from the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Flour Mills of Nigeria, and the African Development Bank (AfDB) to discuss strategies for driving immediate results.

The Honourable Minister emphasized the critical need for an efficient input system during the dry season, particularly stressing the importance of high-quality, adaptable seeds in achieving optimal yields even as the
NAGS-AP team provided comprehensive updates on their day-to-day implementation strategies and presented a finalized work plan for the 2024/2025 dry season. 

The NAGS-AP initiative is designed to stimulate increased productivity and higher yields among farmers, ensuring a significant impact on food production and agricultural growth across the country.

The program is poised to transform Nigeria's agricultural landscape and the meeting marked a significant step towards ensuring food security and economic growth in line with the policy thrust of the present administration 

As the project gains momentum, stakeholders remain committed to harnessing the nation's agricultural potential, empowering farmers, and fostering a brighter future for Nigeria's agricultural sector.