The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Value 360 Ventures, an international agribusiness organization, to improve fertilizer quality and soil fertility for enhanced food security.
AFAN President, Dr. Farouk Rabiu-Mudi, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja during the MoU signing ceremony.
Rabiu-Mudi said the partnership aligns with AFAN’s commitment to easing farming systems and improving the livelihoods of farmers across Nigeria, particularly grassroots and smallholder farmers.
“We are very happy to partner with Value 360 today. This is the kind of partnership we always pursue—partnerships capable of bringing positive changes to Nigeria’s agriculture,” he said.
According to him, the collaboration will support the transition from inorganic to organic fertilizers, which will help restore soil texture and quality.
He added that the use of organic fertilizers would reduce production costs for farmers, increase yields, and make Nigerian produce more competitive in global markets.
“Reducing carbon dioxide emissions from synthetic fertilizers will directly generate carbon credits. This is part of our effort to reduce reliance on synthetic products. This move will enrich farmers, build their capacity, and put agriculture back in their hands,” Rabiu-Mudi said.
He assured that AFAN would ensure the benefits of the partnership reach grassroots farmers, noting that “the suffering is enough” and Nigeria has the potential to produce organic food on a large scale.
Founder of Value 360 Ventures, Dr. Kareem Oladimeji, said the agreement would attract investment opportunities, enhance farmers’ productivity, and provide improved technology for sustainable agriculture.
He added that the organization was committed to promoting organic farming and replacing synthetic fertilizers with organic alternatives to strengthen Nigeria’s food systems.
“This partnership will enhance farmers’ productivity and improve the food system. We are bringing organic fertilizers and technology to replace what is currently in use. We also want to enhance the visibility and capacity of farmers, especially rural farmers,” Oladimeji said.
He further noted that the initiative would prioritize training for youth and women across local government areas, stressing that Nigeria’s population and size make food security a national priority.
Oladimeji added that international organizations were prepared to support the initiative, making the MoU strategic for achieving long-term food security.
