Nigeria is preparing to showcase its agricultural potential to the world as it hosts the 7th edition of the Nigeria International Agriculture Expo (NIAEXPO 2025) in Abuja.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Mr Abiodun Olaniyi, Project Coordinator of NIAEXPO 2025, said the 7th edition of the event, themed “Showcasing Nigeria’s Agricultural Potential on a Global Stage,” would provide a platform for innovation and trade opportunities.
“The expo will also address critical issues such as post-harvest losses, poor access to finance, and inefficiencies in logistics and supply chains,” Olaniyi stated.
He added that the event would project Nigeria as a leading agribusiness hub in Africa while focusing on empowering women, connecting farmers to international markets, and contributing to global food security and sustainable agriculture.
According to Olaniyi, the 2025 edition will spotlight crops such as broccoli, cauliflower, and moringa, which remain underutilised despite their commercial value.
A dedicated forum on organic and agroecology education will also be held, alongside discussions on crops like cashew, cocoa, sugarcane, and mushrooms that offer significant economic potential but require supportive policies and stakeholder collaboration.
Highlighting international participation, Olaniyi noted that previous editions attracted representatives from Russia, India, the United States, Estonia, and China. For 2025, the expo will welcome delegates from Nigeria’s geopolitical zones and other African countries.
Also speaking, Mr Adekunle Adamson, Regional Project Lead for NIAEXPO, revealed that the event would feature Farmers’ Day and a Women Entrepreneurship Hub to promote inclusivity.
“Farmers’ Day is designed to celebrate and empower farmers through training and exposure to new techniques,” Adamson explained.
“We’re also spotlighting women and youth in agribusiness, offering support from product registration to packaging and marketing”.
“The Women Entrepreneurship Hub will provide a platform for aspiring and established female agripreneurs to gain practical knowledge, improve product visibility, and scale their businesses.”
Source: NAN
