…PILOT PHASE TO GENERATE $450 MILLION
The pilot phase of the National Integrated Poultry Project, a transformative agricultural investment facilitated by the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), is set to kick off in Kaduna State. This landmark initiative is projected to generate over $450 million in revenue and create more than 350,000 jobs across the value chain.
The announcement came on Wednesday during a high-level meeting between Governor Uba Sani, the leadership of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, and the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Yu Dunhai. The engagement focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture and investment between Nigeria and the People’s Republic of China, with Kaduna State positioned as a major partner and beneficiary.
In his remarks, the Director-General of NCSP, Joseph Tegbe, commended the Kaduna State Government for its swift approval and allocation of over 7,000 hectares of farmland for the immediate take-off of the project. He described the state’s commitment as exemplary and reflective of her readiness to drive transformative economic growth through international partnerships. Mr. Tegbe explained that the initiative is designed not only to enhance large-scale production but ultimately to reduce the price of eggs and other poultry products, making them more affordable for Nigerian households, as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He added that the project will support existing poultry farmers by providing access to locally produced feedstock, thereby reducing the cost of poultry feed and lowering their overall cost of production. “This project represents a major step toward achieving food security, inclusive growth, and sustainable livelihoods. It is a model of how international collaboration can directly impact the lives of our people,” Mr. Tegbe stated.
Governor Uba Sani described the visit as “not merely another diplomatic courtesy, but a defining stride in Kaduna’s mission to attract transformative partnerships that will reinforce its position as a continental hub for agricultural and industrial excellence.” He expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for selecting Kaduna as the pilot state for the project, describing the choice as a testament to the state’s leadership in Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
“With agriculture contributing 43 percent to our GDP and employing more than 60 percent of our citizens, this partnership will accelerate our pursuit of higher productivity, sustainable growth, food security, and broad-based prosperity,” Governor Sani said. Reaffirming his administration’s commitment, the Governor pledged continued support for partnerships that promote inclusive economic growth, enhance food security, and position Kaduna as the agricultural heart of Nigeria.
In his address, Ambassador Yu Dunhai commended the remarkable progress unfolding in Kaduna State and lauded the government’s efforts in fostering an enabling environment for global investors. He emphasized that Kaduna’s stability and forward-looking policies have made it a preferred destination for major international partnerships.
Under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund (RHIDF), the pilot phase of the project will be executed through a Special Purpose Vehicle in partnership with the Chinese Government and the Kaduna State Government. Construction is scheduled to commence in December 2025.
Covering a total of 10,000 hectares, the project will integrate maize and soybean cultivation to support feedstock production, while establishing large-scale poultry operations. It is projected to create 50,000 direct jobs and over 300,000 indirect employment opportunities across the value chain.
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