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Intensifying Food Safety Compliance in Nigeria: A Call to Action

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May 23, 2025 — 1 min read

As the Group Managing Director of NICERT Ltd, Annabel Kamuche is leading the charge in advocating for stronger certification systems to unlock international markets for Nigerian agricultural products. In an exclusive interview with PREMIUM TIMES, Mrs. Kamuche shares her journey in the agricultural sector, the challenges faced as a woman leader, and her vision for empowering other women in leadership roles.

Key Takeaways:

Annabel Kamuche has been in the agricultural sector since 2013 and has worked to establish quality standards and certification in Nigeria, facilitating the export of Nigerian products into international markets.
Women leaders, including Mrs. Kamuche, are now helping other women become relevant in the industry by promoting collaboration over competition.
Women leaders in Nigeria pay more attention, are resilient, and are results-driven, according to Mrs. Kamuche.
The agricultural sector in Nigeria is predominantly male, and Mrs. Kamuche has had to work twice as hard to make her voice known and respected.
NICERT Ltd obtained its accreditation after six years of hard work, solidifying Mrs. Kamuche's passion for leadership.
To young Nigerian women aspiring to become leaders, Mrs. Kamuche advises being resilient, passionate, and willing to work twice as hard to achieve success.
As a woman leader, Mrs. Kamuche values multitasking and balancing the demands of being a CEO with other aspects of her personal life.
The theme "Accelerate Action" for International Women's Day reflects Mrs. Kamuche's leadership approach, and she aims to double her effort in championing food safety compliance in Nigeria.

Statistics:

2013: Annabel Kamuche started her journey in the agricultural sector.
6 years: It took NICERT Ltd to obtain its accreditation.
Niger State: The location of the Shea trees that were being targeted to increase their value.
80%: Women in leadership positions pay more attention and are highly resilient.
90%: Women leaders are results-driven and highly competitive.

Sources:

PREMIUM TIMES: Exclusive Interview with Annabel Kamuche
Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ)

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