Shettima Leads Niger Delta Agricultural Summit, Highlights Investment Opportunities In Region

Shettima Leads Niger Delta Agricultural Summit, Highlights Investment Opportunities in Region Vice President Kashim Shettima has joined senior government officials, traditional rulers and key stakeholders at the Niger Delta Agricultural Development and Investment Summit 2026 in Abuja, with discussions focused on unlocking the region’s agricultural potential through strategic investment and partnerships. The summit centred on strengthening agriculture across the Niger Delta, promoting sustainable initiatives and exploring opportunities to improve food security, create jobs and drive economic growth in the region. Addressing participants, stakeholders highlighted the importance of developing the Niger Delta’s agricultural sector by leveraging its natural resources, supporting farmers and attracting private-sector investment into value chains such as crop production, processing and distribution.

The event brought together policymakers, traditional institutions, investors, development partners and agricultural stakeholders to discuss practical solutions for expanding agricultural productivity and building a more resilient food system. The summit aligns with broader government efforts to promote economic diversification, reduce dependence on oil-related revenues and increase opportunities in non-oil sectors, particularly agriculture and agro-industrial development. Participants emphasised that sustainable investment, improved infrastructure, access to finance and modern farming techniques would be critical to transforming the Niger Delta into a stronger agricultural hub. The Niger Delta Agricultural Development and Investment Summit 2026 is part of ongoing initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration between government, communities and private-sector actors to support inclusive development and economic empowerment across the region.