The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration on climate-resilient agriculture in Nigeria.
AATF, a non-profit organisation, works to eliminate barriers preventing smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa from accessing transformative agricultural technologies that raise productivity, strengthen food security, and reduce poverty. NiMet, established under the NiMet Act of 2003, is mandated to collect, process, and disseminate meteorological data to support sustainable socio-economic development nationwide.
At the signing ceremony in Abuja, Dr. Jean Baptiste Tignegre, AATF’s Regional Representative for West Africa, said the partnership reflects both organisations’ shared commitment to helping farmers adapt to changing climatic conditions through data-driven, technology-enabled interventions.
“This MoU sets the stage for joint planning and execution of projects that combine NiMet’s climate expertise with AATF’s agricultural innovation capabilities,” Dr. Tignegre said. “Farmers will gain timely, actionable climate information to plant at the right time, protect their crops, and thrive despite climate uncertainties. When agricultural innovation meets climate intelligence, we turn risk into resilience — and resilience into growth.”
Dr. Charles Anosike, Director-General of NiMet, described the agreement as a step toward improving farmers’ access to quality climate data, thereby supporting Nigeria’s push for food self-sufficiency.
“We must work together, exchange ideas, and integrate technology into climate science for the good of society. This partnership will yield long-term benefits for Nigeria,” Dr. Anosike said.
As part of the collaboration, AATF has already installed 17 weather stations in six states, working alongside state governments and international partners to expand farmers’ access to real-time climate data.
