SAA and GIZ Partner with TCoEFS to Drive Institutional Innovation in Food Security
Strategic partnership launched to strengthen institutional capacity and advance innovative approaches to food security challenges in Nigeria.
The TETFUND Centre of Excellence in Food Security (TCoEFS) at the University of Jos has entered into a strategic partnership with Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) to enhance institutional capacity and drive innovation in addressing Nigeria's food security challenges.
This collaboration aims to strengthen TCoEFS's research capabilities, expand training programs, and facilitate knowledge exchange between international development partners and Nigerian agricultural institutions.
Partnership Objectives
The partnership focuses on several key areas:
- Capacity building for faculty and researchers in modern agricultural techniques
- Development of innovative curricula for postgraduate programs
- Establishment of demonstration farms and research facilities
- Creation of sustainable income-generating ventures for the Centre
- Policy advocacy for agricultural education reform
Expected Impact
Through this partnership, TCoEFS aims to position itself as a leading hub for agricultural innovation in West Africa, contributing to evidence-based policy development and practical solutions for smallholder farmers across the region.
The collaboration will also facilitate international exchanges, bringing global best practices to Nigerian agriculture while showcasing local innovations to the international community.