By Bashir Bello
The Dangote Fertiliser Limited has clinched the topmost award for Agricultural Input at the just concluded 17th National Agricultural Show in Keffi, Nasarawa State.
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the National Agricultural Foundation of Nigeria, Kabiru Ibrahim, said the Dangote Group is a major contributor to the development of agricultural input in Nigeria.
Mr. Ibrahim suggested that having achieved notable success in the petroleum sector, the Dangote Group is well-positioned to redirect strategic investment into agriculture to advance national food security.
He added: “This year’s theme, Empowering Smallholder Farmers: Restoring value, ensuring productivity will ensure the attainment of food security in Nigeria” captures the essence of our collective aspiration to reposition smallholder farmers as the true backbone of Nigeria’s quest for food sufficiency.”
He added that: “Dangote Group has been our greatest ally from inception, and we have enjoyed tremendous and invaluable support from them such that without them we will not be able to continue to hold the show efficiently.”
Speaking, the Acting National Coordinator of the National Agricultural Foundation of Nigeria, Aishatu Rufai, commended the Dangote Fertiliser Limited for its huge investment and support for agriculture, describing its 3 million metric tonnes per annum of urea plant as a major game-changer in the sector.
In her response, Senior Adviser to the President of the Dangote Group, Mrs. Fatima Wali-Abdurrahman, said: “We are encouraged by this acknowledgment. It confirms that our work is making real, measurable impact on farms and livelihoods across the country. We dedicate this award to our team, our partners, and the farmers who continue to trust and use our products.”
Mrs Wali-Abdurrahman said the company is investing in agricultural research and innovation, while expanding access to affordable fertiliser, and building stronger collaborations that empower farmers and advance food security in the country.
Spokesman of the company, Anthony Chiejina, said in a statement that: “Our next phase is clear: to expand production, extend reach, and stand as a long-term partner to both farmers and government in building a sustainable, productive agricultural economy.
“We sincerely appreciate the organisers of the National Agricultural Show, and we remain encouraged to continue doing more because Nigeria’s agricultural future deserves nothing less.”
The Dangote Industries Limited is one of the sponsors of the 2025 National Agricultural Show.
The 2025 National Agricultural Show was organised by the National Agricultural Foundation of Nigeria (NAFN), in collaboration with Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN).
