The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has intensified efforts to reposition Nigeria’s agricultural sector, with its Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Cornelius Adebayo, urging state coordinators to align with the agency’s long-term strategy aimed at achieving food security and sovereignty.
Adebayo gave the charge during a capacity-building workshop for NALDA state coordinators from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), held in Abuja.
The workshop, themed “Leading Nigeria’s Agricultural Revolution: Steering NALDA Towards Excellence (From Vision To Abundance, Creating Strategic Alignment To Drive Results and Scale Impact),” focused on strengthening coordination and execution across the Authority’s nationwide operations.
The NALDA boss emphasised that the workshop was designed to ensure synergy between the headquarters and field offices, warning that any disconnect could undermine the Authority’s effectiveness.
“Just a few weeks ago, we held a retreat for
directors and heads of departments. We believe there would be a structural problem if there is a disconnect between the headquarters and state coordinators, hence this retreat,” he said.
Adebayo stressed that state coordinators play a central role in implementing NALDA’s programmes, describing them as the frontline drivers of the Authority’s interventions across the country.
“You are at the centre of the execution of NALDA’s projects. I charge you to leave this retreat with a new mindset that you are part of a new beginning to transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector,” he told participants.
He urged the coordinators to fully embrace the Authority’s 2031 Strategic Vision, which is aimed at scaling agricultural productivity, enhancing land development, and strengthening food systems nationwide.
The renewed focus comes amid growing concerns over food security in Nigeria, with government agencies under pressure to boost local production and reduce dependence on food imports.
Adebayo reiterated that NALDA remains central to the Federal Government’s agricultural agenda, particularly in unlocking arable land and supporting farmers across the value chain.
“Nigeria is waiting for you. Together, we can build the Nigeria of our dreams, and NALDA is at the centre of achieving that,” he said.
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Strengthening Institutional Alignment
The workshop is part of a broader effort by NALDA to build institutional capacity and ensure that policies and programmes are implemented effectively at the grassroots level.
Analysts say improved coordination between national and subnational structures will be critical to delivering measurable impact, especially as Nigeria seeks to modernise its agricultural sector and address persistent challenges such as low productivity, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to financing.
With the 2031 vision as a guiding framework, stakeholders expect NALDA to play a more strategic role in driving large-scale agricultural development and contributing to the country’s economic diversification agenda.
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