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🔴 Ongoing: National Stakeholders Dialogue on the Right to Food Act Stakeholders from government, civil society, and the private sector are currently gathered at K-Class Hotel, Abuja, to discuss the implementation of the Right to Food Act, a crucial step toward ensuring food security, improved nutrition, and sustainable food systems in Nigeria. The National dialogue organized by @gifsep and partners with support from @oxfaminnigeria aims to address challenges, explore policy solutions, and strengthen commitments toward making access to safe and nutritious food a fundamental right for all Nigerians. Stay tuned for key insights and outcomes! #RightToFoodNG #RightToFood #FoodSecurity #ZeroHunger #SustainableFoodSystems Azeez A. SALAWU Ifeloluwa Adeyeye Oxfam Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP) UNICEF

This year, we are partnering with Sahel Consulting on the 2024 Sahel Food Systems Changemakers Conference, themed: "Innovative Governance Models: A Pathway to Food Security in Nigeria." At Mercy Corps, we strongly believe in the transformative power of partnerships and collective action. Through our interventions and programs, we have worked closely with communities to strengthen food systems. A prime example is the Feed the Future, Nigeria Rural Resilience Activity (RRA), which has played a pivotal role in enhancing resilience in vulnerable communities across Northeast Nigeria. By introducing innovative solutions to address food security and economic stability, RRA has supported smallholder farmers and local businesses with training, modern equipment, and expanded market access, leading to significant improvements in productivity, food availability, and household income. At the Food Systems Changemaker's Conference on October 24, 2024 holding at the Abuja Continental Hotel, we will showcase how initiatives like RRA’s capacity building and market development strategies have empowered local farmers and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods. We aim to spark new partnerships and strategies that can be replicated to further strengthen food systems across Nigeria. Click the link below to register today! https://lnkd.in/dc2K4MsE #FoodSecurity #PartnershipForChange #RuralResilience #EmpoweringCommunities #SustainableDevelopment #InnovationInAgriculture #ResilientFoodSystems #NigeriaAgriculture #CollectiveImpact #SmallholderFarmers #EconomicStability #CapacityBuilding

📜 𝐀 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 #FoodSafety 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚! 🌍 FoodSafety4Africa proudly announces a pivotal partnership with local governments in 📍 𝗜𝗯𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻, 𝗢𝘆𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲, Nigeria sealed with an MoU signing at the headquarters of our project's coordinator International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). 👥 This agreement underscores the 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 as it paves the way for initiatives that enhance food safety standards, strengthen local capacities, and foster public awareness. 💡 By combining 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 with 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, FS4Africa aims to transform food systems and create impactful, sustainable solutions for food safety issues that affect public health and economic stability. 🔗 Read the full story on our blog: https://bit.ly/4ePGnny #HorizonEU #ResearchImpactEU #SustainableAfrica #OneHealth

AQAN Food Systems Summit 2024 *Theme:* " *Building a Resilient Food System in Nigeria: Outlooks, Trends, and Future"* *Date:* Thursday, 24th October 2024 *Location:* Ibadan, Nigeria *Welcome Address* Distinguished guests, esteemed colleagues, and fellow advocates for Nigeria's food security, We are honored to host the AQAN Food Systems Summit 2024, a pivotal gathering of thought leaders, policymakers, farmers, and private sector innovators. This summit convenes to address the complex challenges facing Nigeria's food systems and explore transformative solutions for resilience, sustainability, and prosperity. *Summit Focus Areas* 1. Climate-Smart Agriculture 2. Food Waste Reduction and Recovery 3. Youth Engagement and Empowerment 4. Innovative Technologies and Business Models 5. Policy and Regulatory Frameworks *Summit Objectives* 1. Analyze trends and outlooks shaping Nigeria's food systems 2. Identify innovative solutions for resilience and sustainability 3. Foster public-private partnerships for food system transformation 4. Inform policy and regulatory frameworks supporting food security. *Registration*: https://lnkd.in/di58Mudz *Contact* Agriquest Africa Network T: + 2348130922107 WA: +2349047996213 E: aqanfss@agriquestafrica.com

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The issue with food insecurity in Nigeria is one that requires proper data excavation to understand what is happening and how to systematically craft policies that end this menace for good. I am delighted to share the first Nigeria Food Security Index. Nigeria's food security status is a complex wicker woven with canes of availability, sustainability, affordability, and quality. These are continually influenced by a dynamic interplay of factors that extend beyond traditional global indicators. This report introduces a novel set of criteria tailored to the Nigerian context; it acknowledges the nuanced interactions between food security and broader socio-economic, environmental, and political dynamics.. This report also helps provides data-driven insights that address Nigeria's unique food security challenges. It  focuses on key areas like food availability, affordability, sustainability, and quality—empowering policymakers, businesses, and organizations to implement tailored solutions that work for Nigeria. This is more than just a report. It’s a tool for action. Who is it for? Policymakers shaping effective policies Development organizations driving real impact Farmers, importers, and exporters navigating the food system Access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gtkA8CSt Picture credit: Taibat Ajiboye #FoodSecurity #NigeriaAgriculture #Sustainability #DevelopmentGoals

Food fortification, a crucial food-based intervention for addressing micronutrient deficiencies, has been implemented in Nigeria for over two decades. This paper provides a valuable historical perspective, offering insights to enhance the effectiveness of this intervention and other related programs. It highlights emerging issues, including the recent addition of fortified rice as a mandatory food vehicle, and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and demand-generation activities to boost consumption of fortified foods in Nigeria. The government and industry stakeholders must intensify their efforts, recognizing the critical role of food in human development. Thanks to Olugbenga Ben Ogunmoyela and CAFSANI NGO for shaping the Food Fortification discussion in Nigeria. I'm glad to be part of this project. #fortification #Nigeria #rice #foodindustry #awareness #consumers

#myresearchonssets SSETS Food Security and Safety: African Perspectives. Is a Review authored by me and published by the journal Archives of Current Research International. Read via https://lnkd.in/eUxZZETZ The research explored the vast opportunity and potentials of food productivity and safety in the continent of Africa. It emphasized the need for agricultural innovations in order to boost agricultural output. Some key facts about the current and future food productivity in Africa were unravelled in the research, which includes:  1. A primary cause of food insecurity is as a result of decline in global food productivity. 2. Agricultural resources are the key driver's of Africa economies. 3. There's a greater yield in combined cultivation of crops. 4. Food insecurity can be addressed through effective agricultural policies and implementation. 5.The safety of the food we consume is critical for a healthy life. Overall, achieving food safety is a milestone towards food security of any nation. Sincere appreciation to Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Lancaster University, British Council, Coal City University, Enugu, Professor Afam Ituma, Dr Viola Akhigbe, Dr. Akanimo Odon, Akumir hinjari, Alice Njolke Mafe and Okechukwu Chukwuemeka

🌍 Calling all Food Systems Experts in Kenya 🇰🇪 We’re looking for a #CountryConsultant to support the Food Systems Countdown Initiative (FSCI) in tailoring its global monitoring framework to Kenya’s unique food systems context. The FSCI framework, built on 50 indicators, helps governments, civil society, and stakeholders understand challenges, prioritize actions, and foster meaningful change in nutrition, health, and environmental sustainability. 🔎 Key Objectives: Conduct a situational analysis of food systems monitoring in Kenya Collaborate with stakeholders through interviews and participatory workshops Adapt the FSCI framework to reflect Kenya’s national and sub-national priorities for food systems transformation 📅 Timeline: Submission deadline: November 29, 2024 Consultancy duration: 13 months 🌟 Why this matters: This initiative will provide Kenyan policy makers and researchers with actionable insights and tools to drive food systems transformations at the national and county levels—empowering local food systems to advance progress towards the #SustainableDevelopmentGoals. Ready to collaborate? 🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eennihyC #FoodSystemsCountdownInitiative #FoodFutures #SDGs