The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has formalised a new alliance with the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) aimed at fortifying the nation’s agriculture against the growing threats of climate change.
The agreement, signed on Tuesday at NiMet’s headquarters in Abuja, sets the stage for joint efforts to develop climate-smart weather tools, expand training opportunities for farmers, and roll out technologies designed to make agricultural value chains more resilient.
NiMet’s Director General and Chief Executive, Professor Charles Anosike, described the partnership as a timely intervention for the farming sector.
“For agriculture to be truly climate-resilient, access to reliable weather and climate information is essential. This MoU enables us to combine our expertise with AATF to deliver impactful solutions to farmers,” he noted.
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Dr. Jean Baptiste Tignegre, AATF’s Regional Director, reiterated the foundation’s commitment to breaking down barriers that prevent smallholder farmers across sub-Saharan Africa from obtaining transformative farming technologies.
“Working alongside NiMet is a crucial step towards equipping Nigerian farmers to meet climate realities head-on. Such collaborations can drive innovations that bolster food security and improve livelihoods,” he remarked.
The memorandum of understanding covers several priority areas, including targeted support for women- and youth-led agricultural enterprises, capacity building on climate-smart tools, technical assistance in selected project sites, and the joint development of funding proposals for climate-related initiatives.
Set to run until 31 January 2028, the pact outlines clear structures for transparent project delivery and coordinated planning, while allowing each organisation to maintain its respective mandate.
Both parties see the agreement as a means to strengthen farmer resilience, safeguard Nigeria’s food systems, and advance sustainable agricultural development.
