Toyin Ajayi, the Nigerian-born founder of the Canadian Black Farmers’ Association, has identified key factors contributing to Nigeria’s escalating food shortage.
He cites excessive exportation, poor local farming practices, and pervasive insecurity as primary causes.
Ajayi highlights the high demand for Nigerian food products among citizens abroad, leading to substantial exports that deplete local supplies and drive up domestic prices.
The Ekiti-born farmer advocates for the Federal Government to implement an incentive-driven farming system similar to Canada’s to boost local food production.
Additionally, Ajayi emphasizes the need for stringent control over food exports, noting the government’s lack of accurate data on the volume and types of foods being exported.
He also underscores the importance of addressing insecurity to enhance agricultural productivity.
In his commitment to combating food insecurity, Ajayi plans to create employment opportunities for Ekiti youths, contributing to increased food production and economic stability in the region.
