Nigeria leads in seeds production in W/Africa - NASC

Director General National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), Mr Philip O. Ojo has disclosed that, seeds producers in Nigeria produces 75% of the total seeds being used in West Africa thereby making Nigeria a lead nation in seed production.

The director general made this known when he led the council’s delegation on a courtesy visit on Jigawa state governor Alhaji Badaru Abubakar.

"Nigeria produces 75% of the seeds used in West Africa which makes it a major exporter of seeds to other countries in the sub-region. This is one aspect that the country has excelled in, but we still need to do more. However, the contribution of some states in seed production must be commended and we hope that more states will see the advantage of such engagement and follow suit as well,” said the DG.

Mr Ojo added that the Seeds companies that were established in Jigawa were signs of sustainable agricultural development embarked by the state government.

In his address, Governor Badaru stated that with the availability of quality seeds, his state would do more than expected in terms of delivery in all sub-sectors of the agricultural sector, insisting that a good planting phenomena starts with having a good seeds and planting in good time.