Nigeria is set to collaborate with Zander Corporation, a UK-based biotechnology company, to transform agricultural practices and rehabilitate degraded lands in the country's most vulnerable ecological zones.
This partnership aligns with the Federal Government's strategy to combat desertification, promote sustainable land use, and enhance agricultural productivity.
Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirmed the government's commitment to afforestation as a critical component of environmental and economic sustainability.
Speaking during a meeting with Lord Raymond Benedict Asquith, the 3rd Earl of Oxford and Asquith OBE, a UK House of Lords member and leader of the Zander Corporation delegation, Shettima emphasized the role of technology in driving agricultural transformation.
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"There is a critical intersection between innovative technology and efforts to combat desertification and drive agricultural transformation in this country.
As a nation committed to afforestation and sustainable land use, we recognize the value of partnerships that introduce cutting-edge technologies, such as those from Zander Corporation," the Vice President stated.
The collaboration is expected to introduce advanced biotechnology solutions to enhance soil fertility, improve water conservation, and support climate-resilient farming techniques. These efforts will directly benefit farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities, ensuring long-term food security and economic growth.
This move is part of Nigeria's broader commitment to sustainable development and environmental restoration, with the potential to attract further foreign investment in the agricultural sector.
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