Nigeria’s drive to modernise its agricultural sector received a significant boost as a high-level delegation from Kaduna State, led by Governor Senator Uba Sani, commenced a series of strategic engagements with leading agribusiness enterprises in Beijing, China. The delegation also includes Mr. Joseph Tegbe, Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), as they explore opportunities to accelerate livestock and agro-industrial development in Nigeria.
During the visit, the delegation toured Beijing Doudian Yisheng Halal Meat Industry Co. Ltd and CP Food Layers and Eggs Ltd, two of China’s foremost players in the livestock and poultry sectors. The tours provided delegates with insights into advanced livestock management practices, modern poultry production techniques, and integrated supply chain systems that can be adapted for Nigeria’s growing agricultural economy.
These facility visits form part of a broader initiative aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s livestock sector, expanding agro-industrial capacity, and improving the efficiency of agricultural value chains in Kaduna State and other parts of the country. The engagements also complement NCSP’s earlier partnerships, including site visits to DQY Ecological Farm, a major subsidiary of the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) Group and one of China’s most advanced agricultural technology platforms.
According to sources, the delegation’s objective is to identify technology transfer opportunities, investment partnerships, and capacity-building strategies that can be implemented within Nigeria’s livestock and poultry industry. Kaduna State, recognized for its agricultural potential, is positioning itself as a hub for livestock development, poultry expansion, and agro-processing activities to meet both domestic demand and export opportunities.
Governor Uba Sani highlighted the strategic importance of the China engagements, noting that modernisation of agriculture is key to food security, employment generation, and economic diversification in Nigeria. He emphasised that learning from China’s advanced agribusiness ecosystems can help Kaduna State scale production, adopt mechanised and sustainable farming methods, and integrate value-added processing to increase profitability for local farmers.
Similarly, NCSP Director-General Joseph Tegbe noted that the partnership with China aims to facilitate knowledge exchange, attract foreign direct investment, and introduce innovative technologies in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. He explained that exposure to cutting-edge practices in meat processing, poultry management, and ecological farming would provide a template for the replication of these models in Nigeria, ultimately boosting productivity and competitiveness.
Observers say the delegation’s visits are timely, coming as Nigeria seeks to strengthen its agricultural base, reduce import dependency, and promote agro-industrialisation. With livestock and poultry consumption on the rise, modern farming methods, efficient supply chains, and value addition are critical to meeting demand while enhancing the incomes of farmers and agripreneurs.
The high-level engagement is expected to lead to strategic memoranda of understanding (MoUs), technical collaborations, and pilot projects that will translate China’s experience into practical outcomes for Kaduna State. Key areas of focus include halal meat production, poultry breeding, feed management, disease control, and modern farm mechanisation.
As Kaduna State positions itself as a leader in livestock and agro-industrial development, the delegation’s ongoing engagement with China demonstrates the government’s commitment to innovation, international collaboration, and sustainable agricultural growth. The outcomes of these visits are anticipated to strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural ecosystem, create employment opportunities, and enhance food security across the country.
