A social entrepreneurship organization, TOVA, has entered into a partnership with Green 2000, a leading Israeli company for agricultural turn-key projects, and Christ Livingspring Apostolic Ministry (CLAM), a religious institution, to empower Nigerian youth and boost the country's agriculture sector.
The partnership is expected to generate €100m in revenue and create no fewer than 1,000 jobs for unemployed youth. This is a significant development for Nigeria, which has been working towards strengthening its agriculture sector to boost its economy and reduce unemployment.
TOVA has expressed its confidence in the potential of Nigerian youth to drive growth and innovation in the sector, and the partnership aims to transform Nigeria's agriculture. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the agriculture sector contributes 23.78% to Nigeria's GDP and is projected to grow by 3.3% in 2024.
The CEO of TOVA Africa, Mr. Tosin Bakare, has highlighted the importance of equipping young people with relevant training, resources, and mentorship that will launch them into the world of entrepreneurship. He added that the partnership will leverage the comparative strengths of all contributing partners to competently engage the youth for profitability and drive economic progress.
Through this initiative, participants will gain access to vast hectares of agricultural land, modern farming techniques, mentorship from experienced Israeli agricultural experts, and networking opportunities, among others. This is a significant opportunity for Nigerian youth to learn and acquire skills that will make them self-sufficient and contribute to the growth of the sector.
The Senior Pastor of CLAM, Pastor Wole Oladiyun, expressed his excitement about the partnership, emphasizing the importance of empowering youth in agriculture for Nigeria's future prosperity. This partnership is an excellent example of how collaboration between private and public sectors can drive economic progress while empowering young people.
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