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As global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) intensify, IITA–CGIAR is reinforcing partnerships to ensure that agricultural research delivers real-world impact. Leading this charge, IITA Director General and CGIAR Regional Director for Continental Africa, Dr Simeon Ehui, engaged with Mohamed Malick Fall, United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Nigeria, to chart strategies for advancing food security and agricultural innovation. During his recent

As part of strategic efforts to transform Nigeria’s livestock and agricultural sector through research collaboration, innovation scaling, and capacity development, IITA–CGIAR has reaffirmed commitment to support the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development (FMLD). The partnership aims to enhance feed and fodder production, promote youth engagement, empower women, and integrate the One Health approach to ensure a sustainable and productive livestock ecosystem. The IITA

From 24 to 26 September, IITA–CGIAR hosted a World Bank delegation at its headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria, for a three-day visit designed to strengthen collaboration on agricultural development projects and showcase the institute’s groundbreaking research and innovations. Welcoming the visitors, IITA Director General and CGIAR Regional Director for Continental Africa, Dr Simeon Ehui, expressed appreciation for the World Bank’s continued partnership and

In a bold move to promote sustainability and accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly technology, CIG Motors Group has entered a strategic partnership with the IITA–CGIAR  to advance green mobility and environmental conservation in Nigeria. The collaboration, which aligns with IITA’s Green Initiative, underscores the shared commitment of both institutions to reducing carbon emissions and fostering innovation in sustainable energy use. At

Every harvest season in Africa, food is lost or wasted at staggering levels. Nigeria loses 45% of its 3.9 million tons of tomato harvest each year to postharvest losses and supply chain inefficiencies. Kenya loses up to 40% of the food it produces–around 9 million tons worth KES 72 billion (approximately US$578 million)–even as one in four citizens struggles daily to find enough to

The Cameroon Minister for Scientific Research and Innovation (MINRESI), Dr Madeleine Tchuinte, during a high-level visit to IITA–CGIAR’s office in Cameroon, has emphasized the government’s commitment to leveraging IITA-CGIAR’s agricultural research and innovation expertise to strengthen development partnerships, particularly in food security and agriculture. During the visit, the Minister toured the IITA-CGIAR’s state-of-the-art research facilities in Cameroon, including the tissue culture and

As Nigeria grapples with mounting challenges of food and nutrition insecurity, unemployment, and land depletion caused by rising costs of living, internal displacement and climate-related issues, strategic partnerships have become crucial for sustainable solutions. During a recent courtesy visit to IITA–CGIAR’s headquarters in Ibadan, the new Comptroller of Immigration Service, Oyo State Command, Ikechi Ugbogu Nwosu, has expressed interests to deepen

Rwanda’s agricultural transformation has prioritized improving seed systems to enhance food security and farmer livelihoods. The reliance on seed importation is gradually decreasing, with more efforts focusing on local seed production. The Rwanda hybrid maize seed industry is still young, facing challenges, like limited skills, land scarcity, climate change, outbreaks of pests and diseases, and low farmers’ awareness about the