The Nigerian and Indonesian governments recently solidified a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a coal-based fertilizer plant in Nigeria, aiming to boost agricultural production and enhance food security.
The pivotal moment transpired during the signing ceremony of a production license agreement between the National Agency for Science and Engineering Technology (NASENI) and the Indonesian company, PT Saputra Global Harvest, in Abuja. Khalil Halilu, the Executive Vice Chairman of NASENI, expressed optimism about the collaboration, highlighting its potential for innovation, technology transfer, and industrialization in Nigeria.
The agreement with Saputra encompasses machinery supply, capacity development, and licensing for coal-based fertilizer production adhering to quality standards.
President Tinubu’s vision aims at making Nigeria self-sufficient in food production and a surplus food exporter, addressing unemployment and boosting the economy through agriculture.
The Indonesian Ambassador, Dr. H. Usra Hendra Harahap, emphasized the enduring partnership, envisioning the collaborative effort as a fusion of expertise and innovation for sustainable agriculture development in Nigeria.
The fertilizer plant symbolizes the strong partnership, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and sustainable practices for substantial benefits to Nigeria’s agriculture sector.
