First Lady Advocates for Women in Agriculture to Boost Food ProductionFirst Lady Advocates for Women in Agriculture to Boost Food Production First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerian women to join the agricultural sector to increase food production amidst economic challenges. In a tweet, she encouraged participation in the #EveryHomeAGarden initiative, sharing a photo of herself tending to her own garden. Mixed Reactions to the Call The First Lady’s call has elicited mixed reactions. Some commend her advocacy for food self-sufficiency, while others express skepticism due to existing economic challenges and security concerns in farming communities. Logistical and Financial Barriers Nigerians highlight logistical and financial barriers to farming, questioning the practicality of the suggestion given the widespread hardship. They cite factors such as lack of access to land, machinery, and capital, as well as inadequate storage and transportation facilities. Advocates for Self-Reliance Despite the challenges, advocates welcome the initiative as a step towards promoting agricultural self-reliance and sustainability. They emphasize the need to address the systemic issues that hinder farming and support women’s participation in the sector. Broader Concerns about Food Security The debate reflects broader concerns about food security and economic strategies in Nigeria. The country faces rising food prices and a reliance on food imports, leading to concerns about vulnerability to external shocks. The First Lady’s call highlights the importance of local food production and the role of women in ensuring a resilient food system.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to join agriculture to boost food production amid economic challenges. Mixed reactions follow her call for food self-sufficiency.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has started a conversation urging Nigerian women to get involved in agriculture to boost food production across the country. In a tweet, accompanied by a photo of herself tending to her garden, she encouraged participation in the #EveryHomeAGarden initiative.
The call comes at a time of soaring food prices, which have doubled since President Bola Tinubu took office in 2023. Her message has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising her advocacy for food self-sufficiency, while others were skeptical given the existing economic challenges and security concerns facing farming communities.
Nigerians highlighted logistical and financial barriers to farming and questioned the practicality of her suggestion amid widespread hardship. Nevertheless, advocates welcomed her initiative as a step toward promoting agricultural self-reliance and sustainability.
The debate reflects broader concerns about food security and economic strategies in Nigeria.
