Women farmers deny receiving N15 trillion agric intervention

The Nigeria Women for Agriculture Progress has highlighted delays in the disbursement of a promised N15 trillion intervention in agriculture since 1999. According to Omolara Swenson, the National Coordinator, genuine women farmers have yet to receive the funds, with many going to portfolio farmers lacking farmland. Swenson urged the government to investigate these disparities, noting a decline in food production despite increased financial support. The group emphasized the need for unity among women farmers and direct collaboration with the government to revive Nigeria’s economy through agriculture. Source: The Guardian
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The Nigeria Women for Agriculture Progress (NWAP) has highlighted significant concerns regarding the delayed disbursement of the N15 trillion intervention in the agricultural sector promised since 1999. Omolara Swenson, the National Coordinator, pointed out that many verified women farmers are still awaiting these funds. Moreover, she criticized the allocation process, noting that funds often do not reach authentic women farmers, and those who do receive them are frequently portfolio farmers without farmland.
Swenson urged the government to investigate these disparities urgently. She emphasized that despite increasing financial support, there has been a decline in food production, underscoring the need for more effective interventions. NWAP called for unity among women farmers and direct collaboration with the government to ensure impactful engagement in agriculture, stressing the potential for agricultural activities to revive the Nigerian economy.