Nigeria fertiliser programme 2026 —President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to food security, stating that Nigeria is strengthening local agricultural production, protecting farmers, and reducing dependence on imported food inputs under the Renewed Hope agenda.

Speaking on recent developments in the agricultural sector, the President said the government acted early to shield Nigeria from global supply chain disruptions and rising fertiliser costs triggered by international conflicts and market instability.

“When we came into office, we made a promise to Nigerians that food security would be a major pillar of our Renewed Hope agenda,” Tinubu stated.

“We promised to support our farmers, strengthen local production, reduce dependence on imports, and build an agricultural system strong enough to withstand shocks from beyond our borders.”

Government Strengthens Fertiliser Supply Chain

The President explained that Nigeria strengthened procurement processes, secured key raw materials, and signed forward contracts to protect local fertiliser blending plants from global shocks.

He noted that these measures reduced risks such as input shortages, rising fertiliser prices, and declining farm productivity.

“Through the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative (PFI), now restructured under MOFI, we strengthened procurement, secured critical raw materials, signed forward agreements, improved coordination across the value chain, and protected Nigeria’s local fertiliser blending industry,” he said.

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As of May 2026, more than 449,000 metric tonnes of fertiliser inputs—about 9 million bags—had been secured. Ten vessels were either discharged or in transit.

Nigeria fertiliser programme 2026: 1.1 Million Metric Tonnes Target for 2026

The administration said it remains on track to deliver a 1.1 million metric tonne fertiliser programme this year, equivalent to about 22 million bags.

Strategic contracting has also generated ₦61.58 billion in savings in 2026, helping to keep fertiliser more affordable for farmers.

Nigeria now has over 90 fertiliser blending plants, the largest capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa, supporting jobs, local production, and industrial growth.

Nigeria fertiliser programme 2026: Renewed Hope Farm Input Support Programme

However, the government stressed that securing fertiliser is only part of the plan. Distribution to farmers remains critical.

Through the Renewed Hope Farm Input Support Programme (RH-FISP), the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) is distributing 515,720 bags of fertiliser to 128,930 smallholder farmers across 25 states and the FCT.

“The real test is last-mile and immediate access. Fertiliser must reach the farmers who need it, when they need it,” Tinubu said.

The NADF is also supporting digital extension services, fertiliser application guidance, and priority crops such as rice, maize, cassava, and soybean.

Government Reaffirms Commitment

The President reiterated that the administration will continue strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural value chain, supporting local industries, and easing pressure on food prices over time.

“Our administration will not relent on its efforts to protect farmers, raise productivity, strengthen the agricultural value chain, support local industry, and ease pressure on food prices over time,” he said.

“This is the meaning of promise made, promise kept.”

He added that government will continue practical interventions to secure long-term food security for all Nigerians.