FG STEPS UP SEED CERTIFICATION REFORMS TO STRENGTHEN FOOD SECURITY*

The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun has today in Abuja, paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kiyari, to advance collaboration on Nigeria’s food security agenda.
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‎Talks focused on expanding access to certified seeds, establishing a decentralised seed certification system with strict quality controls, and finalising preparations for the upcoming dry season farming.
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‎Strengthening agricultural productivity is central to reducing food inflation, attracting private investment, and securing long-term economic growth for Nigeria, the discussions added.