The Federal Government has announced plans to partner with the Government of Pakistan to improve agricultural production and enhance food security in the country.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by Principal Information Officer at the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Umar Rashida.
The collaboration was revealed during a courtesy visit by the High Commissioner of Pakistan, Sohali Khan, to the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Abdullahi, in Abuja.
Abdullahi emphasised the importance of fostering stronger agricultural ties between the two nations, citing shared interests and a longstanding cordial relationship.
During the meeting, the Minister highlighted the pressing need to tackle issues such as climate change and food insecurity.
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He also noted that President Bola Tinubu is actively working to address the challenges posed by insecurity, which impacts agricultural productivity.
The High Commissioner, Khan, shared Pakistan’s willingness to offer Nigeria expertise and training in various agricultural sectors.
Pakistan’s experience in agricultural innovation and research was particularly highlighted as a key area of collaboration, with the High Commissioner adding that professionals from Nigeria would have the opportunity to visit Pakistan to learn first-hand.
Khan pointed to Pakistan’s impressive achievements in agriculture, emphasising that the country ranks as the 5th largest producer of cotton, the 4th largest producer of sugar, and the 8th largest producer of meat.