Breakfast Meeting on Engagement with the Private Sector on Investment Opportunities for Climate-resilient Livestock Systems in Nigeria

Breakfast Meeting on Engagement with the Private Sector on Investment Opportunities for Climate-resilient Livestock Systems in Nigeria The Breakfast Meeting on Private Sector Engagement on Investment Opportunities for Climate-Resilient Livestock Systems in Nigeria took place today in Abuja, bringing together an exceptional mix of voices across the livestock value chain. Organized by the AGNES in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, and with the support of GIZ, the meeting convened Nigeria’s private-sector actors, public institutions, researchers, financial institutions, farmer associations, and development partners for a forward-looking dialogue on strengthening resilience in the sector. Dr George Wamukoya, OGW, the AGNES Team Lead, set the scene with opening reflections on the importance of collaboration between government, the private sector, and development partners to unlock the next level of growth and resilience in Nigeria’s livestock systems. The Honourable Minister of Federal Ministry of Livestock Development (FMLD), Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, officially opened the meeting, reaffirming the government’s commitment to reforms that support innovation, investment, and inclusive sector transformation. Following the opening session, the meeting transitioned into the first thematic discussion, beginning with a deep dive into research and innovation across the livestock value chains, and the finance, investment and derisking opportunities. Panel Session 1: Research, Technologies and Innovations in the Livestock Value Chains Panellists from NAPRI, NVRI, CODARAN, PAN, FIPAN, and NABG explored: 🔹 The future of livestock systems under a changing climate 🔹 Emerging research and innovations ready for scaling 🔹 Technologies that enhance economic sustainability and resilience 🔹 Regulatory and financial barriers that must be addressed for livestock transformation Panel Session 2: Finance, Investment & Insurance Leaders from BOA, CIBN, NAMB, DBN, NADF, and NAIC discussed: 🔹 What makes livestock projects bankable 🔹 Lessons from climate-smart investment initiatives 🔹 How financial institutions can strengthen their preparedness 🔹 Innovative de-risking and insurance solutions A strong message emerged throughout the meeting: collaborative action is essential to building a more resilient, innovative, and competitive livestock sector for Nigeria.