Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has expressed strong support for collaboration with Propcom+, a UK Aid-funded initiative aimed at promoting climate-resilient agriculture and market development. The programme, which spans from 2023 to 2030, seeks to stimulate economic growth among smallholders and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in regions impacted by conflict and climate challenges.
During a meeting with the Propcom+ delegation on Tuesday, Mr Edun emphasised the Nigerian government’s focus on inclusive economic growth, driven by strategic investments in agriculture. He outlined ongoing collaborative efforts involving the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, the African Development Bank, and various stakeholders, all aimed at improving access to subsidised inputs and financial support for smallholder farmers during both wet and dry farming seasons.
Mr Edun further highlighted the administration’s commitment to transparency and efficiency, pointing to the implementation of biometric systems for direct transfers to vulnerable populations. He also spoke on initiatives designed to link farmers with sustainable markets, ensuring that interventions generate tangible and lasting impact at the community level.
Representing the Propcom+ team, Fadekemi Abiru affirmed the programme’s intention to contribute to Nigeria’s reform agenda. She reiterated the team’s dedication to enhancing agricultural productivity and livelihoods, particularly in regions grappling with environmental and security challenges.