YESAA's AGRIKSTARTEXPO to Empower Nigerian Youths and Women in Agribusiness

As Nigeria grapples with pressing issues such as food insecurity, youth unemployment, and rural-urban migration, the Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme for Agribusiness Advancement (YESAA) is set to host its first national agri-startups exhibition and finance masterclass. The event, themed 'AGRIKSTARTEXPO', aims to provide support to rural farmers' groups and cooperatives, bringing together Nigerian youths and women in agribusiness. By leveraging partnerships with the federal government, YESAA seeks to promote agribusiness as a viable career path for young Nigerians.

Key Takeaways:

  • YESAA's AGRIKSTARTEXPO aims to address pressing issues like food insecurity, youth unemployment, and rural-urban migration in Nigeria.
  • The event will bring together Nigerian youths and women in agribusiness, providing support to rural farmers' groups and cooperatives.
  • The organisers note that special recognition will be given to Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture, and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under Olayemi Cardoso, CBN Governor, for their commitment to agric development.
  • YESAA is open to collaborating with multiple initiatives, including those of the federal government, to address the complex challenges facing Nigeria's agriculture sector.
  • The event will feature a recognition of President Tinubu's vision and actions in making agribusiness attractive for Nigerian youths.
  • The theme of AGRIKSTARTEXPO is 'Agricultural Transformation, Youth Empowerment, Rural Development, and Sustainable Agriculture'.

Statistics:

  • Nigeria is set to recover from the misdeeds of previous administrations, according to the organisers of AGRIKSTARTEXPO.
  • The Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) fertilizer donation scheme has made a significant contribution to increasing agricultural yields.

Sources:

  • [Name], " YESAA to Host Nigerian Youths and Women in Agribusiness", [Date], [Publication].