NALDA targets land productivity, operational efficiency

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) is repositioning to unlock Nigeria’s vast underutilised agricultural land and boost productivity, following a three day leadership retreat aimed at tightening execution and aligning projects with economic growth priorities.

The retreat, held in Lagos, brought together directors and heads of departments to recalibrate the Authority’s strategy towards scaling land development, improving output, and strengthening its contribution to Nigeria’s food economy.

Speaking at the opening session, Cornelius Adebayo, Executive Secretary, said the exercise was designed to align leadership around ongoing projects and sharpen delivery frameworks tied to national economic objectives.

He said the Authority is focusing on articulating clear short, medium and long term plans that would translate policy into measurable outcomes, particularly in expanding cultivated land and improving value chain performance.

“This retreat is to foster a culture of execution excellence. With shared ownership of our strategic goals, NALDA will not only reshape agricultural productivity but also contribute to lifting millions into economic stability,” he said.

The renewed focus comes amid increasing pressure to address Nigeria’s food supply gaps, with land development seen as a critical lever for boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on imports.

Adebayo urged top officials to adopt more innovative and data driven approaches in project implementation, while strengthening inter departmental coordination to accelerate delivery timelines and maximise impact.

Participants at the retreat committed to translating the strategy sessions into actionable reforms, with a focus on improving operational efficiency, scaling ongoing projects, and enhancing the Authority’s role in driving agribusiness growth and rural employment.