Nigeria's Poultry Industry: Ready for Global Expansion

Poultry farming is a dynamic, fast-growing segment of Nigeria's livestock sector, contributing significantly to food security, job creation, and income generation. While primarily serving the domestic market, with some informal trade in ECOWAS, the growth of this multi-trillion naira industry stems from deliberate government policies, public-private partnerships, and Nigerians' entrepreneurial spirit.

Initially, most poultry products consumed in Nigeria were sourced from rural family poultry systems. Over time, commercial poultry farming emerged, though quality standards were initially suited only for local franchises and roadside eateries. Through continuous improvements in sanitary and trade standards, Nigerian poultry products eventually met the requirements of KFC, an international franchise, albeit for local operations only. This achievement marked a significant milestone, granting access to premium markets governed by stringent public health regulations.The next logical step for Nigeria’s poultry industry is to venture into the export market. Achieving this goal requires strict adherence to international food safety standards established by the WTO’s Agreement on Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Measures and FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission standards on veterinary drug residues, pesticide use, food additives, and contaminants. Nigeria’s poultry industry possesses a unique competitive advantage due to the weak Naira, which reduces production costs. This positions Nigerian poultry meat as an appealing option for export, particularly to markets with increasing demand for affordable protein sources. Compliance with international benchmarks will unlock these lucrative export opportunities and establish Nigeria as a leading poultry producer in Africa. What is required is strategic investments in infrastructure, compliance with global standards, and effective marketing.Fortuitously, Nigeria has signed a $2 billion agreement with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) to support the poultry industry's expansion and modernization

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