About Our Organization

About AKILIMO Nigeria Association

Empowering smallholder farmers through digital innovation and sustainable agricultural practices across Nigeria

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Our Mission

Our mission is to empower smallholder farmers by providing training, site-specific recommendations and market linkages that optimize productivity and profits.

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a digitally empowered and resilient agricultural sector, where farmers and value chain actors are enabled to achieve optimal productivity, improved livelihoods, and sustainable development through the adoption of AKILIMO tools.

Aims & Objectives

Our comprehensive approach to transforming agricultural systems

1
Use, Uptake, and Integration

Promote the widespread uptake and integration of AKILIMO tools into national agricultural systems and digital extension services across member countries.

2
Capacity Building

Facilitate training for farmers and value chain actors to foster the exchange of best practices in production, processing, aggregation, and marketing.

3
Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Encourage sustainable and inclusive investments to ensure the long-term use and relevance of AKILIMO tools.

4
Data-Driven Learning

Develop a robust communication strategy and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (ME&L) system for improved data collection, fostering actionable insights among stakeholders.

5
Policy Advocacy

Advocate for the integration of AKILIMO into national agricultural policies, ensuring sustained support through policy initiatives and strategic partnerships.

Organizational Structure

A comprehensive structure designed for effective implementation and scaling of AKILIMO tools

AKILIMO Support Teams

Three core teams supporting the functionality of AKILIMO

CONTENT Team
  • Content development and review
  • Translation into local languages
  • Website content inclusion
  • Content optimization
TECH Team
  • Technical solutions development
  • Data analysis and monitoring
  • System maintenance
  • Bug tracking and resolution
BUSINESS Team
  • Business development and grants
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Partner relationship management
  • Revenue generation

Board of Trustees

Distinguished leaders guiding AKILIMO Nigeria Association's strategic direction

Dr. Adeyemi Olojede

National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI)

Board Member
Dr. Muhammed Murtala Omotosho

NOTORE

Board Member
Prof. Emmanuel Ikani

Executive Director, NAERLS

Board Member
Prof. Sani Miko Ahmed

Sasakawa Africa Association

Board Member
Dr. Thompson Ogunsanmi

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Board Member
Mrs. Oluyemisi Iranloye

Psaltry International

Board Member
Chief Rashidi Ladoja

Former Governor of Oyo State

Board Member

Join Our Mission

Be part of the digital transformation of Nigerian agriculture. Access AKILIMO tools and join thousands of farmers improving their productivity.

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