The federal government has inaugurated the CropWatch-ICP Regional Centre of West Africa, based in Nigeria, to enhance crop monitoring and bolster food security in the region.
This initiative was unveiled during a workshop in Abuja, where agricultural stakeholders gathered to discuss the ‘CropWatch’ program, which has now been introduced in Nigeria.
At the event, the federal government reaffirmed its commitment to improving food security and boosting the agricultural sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s GDP, with a strong emphasis on science and technology.
The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Esuabana Asanye, highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in achieving sustainable food security.
The ‘CropWatch’ program, introduced by the Republic of China and developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) since 1998, has evolved into a global initiative, gaining traction in numerous countries worldwide.
The event saw participation from representatives of several African countries, including Mali, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, and Niger.
