Nigeria Food Systems Transformation Alliance Launch

The Nigeria Food Systems Transformation Alliance is set to launch on March 19th, 2025, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Nigeria. 

This Alliance is a private-sector-led initiative uniting food manufacturing companies, financial institutions, and supply chain actors to drive food system transformation in Nigeria.

About the Alliance

The Nigeria Food Systems Transformation Alliance aims to enhance local sourcing, strengthen agrifood supply chains, and identify key investment opportunities that will foster a sustainable and resilient food system in Nigeria. By bringing together industry leaders, the Alliance will promote collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic investments to support agricultural market development.

The launch event will serve as a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and financial institutions to engage in discussions on the future of Nigeria’s food system. Key sessions include:

• Opening Remarks by Michel Deelen, Netherlands Consul General, Lagos.
• Keynote Address: Localizing Sourcing and Globalizing Nigeria’s Food Manufacturing Companies: FMN Experience, Challenges, and Learnings, delivered by Sadiq Usman, Group Director – Strategy and Stakeholder Relations.
• Panel Discussion: The Imperatives for Localizing Sourcing and Globalizing Nigeria’s Food Manufacturing Companies, featuring:
• Mr. Mohammed Ibrahim, Executive Secretary, NADF
• Ms. Yemisi Iranloye, CEO, Psaltry International Limited
• Ms. Yosola Onanuga, Group Head of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability, TGI Group
• Mr. Adeoluwa Michael Adeshola, Managing Director, Arzikin Noma
• Session Moderators:
• Kebba Colley, Global Director, IDH
• Eniola Fabusoro, Country Director, IDH Nigeria
• Goodwill Message from Ms. Marion Moon, Lead, Presidential Food Systems Coordination Unit.
• Alliance Launch & Signing of Covenant, formalizing the commitment to food system transformation.
• Networking Opportunities: A chance to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and investors.

The launch of this Alliance marks a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural markets and fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient food system. The event will provide crucial insights into how private sector collaboration can drive local sourcing and agrifood supply chain development, paving the way for Nigeria's more competitive and self-sufficient food industry.

Stay tuned for updates on how you can follow the event highlights and insights from key stakeholders!