President Bola Tinubu welcomed the President Sierra Leonean, his correspondent, Julius Maada Bio, at the State House in Abuja on Monday.
Upon arrival, Bio was received by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, before proceeding to meet with Tinubu.
The Sierra Leonean president, who is in Nigeria for a private engagement, arrived at the State House around noon for a courtesy visit to Tinubu in his capacity as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS.
During his time in Nigeria, President Bio will engage with IITA, a globally renowned agricultural research institute, to discover new frontiers for boosting agricultural productivity. By studying IITA’s successful models, he aims to adopt and tailor best practices that will empower local farmers, improve crop yields, and attract greater investment in Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector.
This partnership has the potential to transform Sierra Leone’s farming landscape, fostering inclusive economic growth and contributing to the fight against hunger and poverty. Recognizing the critical role of research-driven solutions in sustainable agriculture, President Bio is keen on forging strong partnerships with key development stakeholders to advance the goals of “Feed Salone.”