In celebration of World Food Day (WFD), Olam Agri has restated its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s food security through sponsoring impactful events including the recently held Eko World Food Day initiative.

Speaking at the Eko World Food Day, Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Bisola Olusanya, said: “Olam Agri is an essential partner in transforming the Lagos food production landscape. Their robust production, processing, packaging, and distribution capacity plays a critical role in scaling growth across the food value chain. This partnership with the state government is essential for achieving our shared goals in food security.”

In addition to sponsoring these transformative events, the company partnered with the Lagos Food Bank to distribute 800 food boxes valued at ₦13 million to vulnerable residents.

Similarly, the company has commissioned boreholes in Baure and Agon, two key farming communities in Nasarawa State, where it operates rice and sesame units. These boreholes will provide clean drinking water, enhance food security, and boost agricultural productivity by reducing the risks of waterborne diseases and improving overall community health.

Managing Director of Olam Agri Nigeria, Anil Nair, emphasised the company’s dedication to food security, stating, “The right to food and nutrition is fundamental to inclusive growth. We are committed to expanding access to quality, nutritious, affordable food for all Nigerians. Our social investment projects, such as sponsoring the Eko World Food Day, distributing food boxes, and commissioning boreholes, directly contribute to the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope agenda and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal of zero hunger.”