FG Projects $300bn Agriculture Contribution to Tinubu’s $1trn Economy Target

In a significant development, the Federal Government has projected that agriculture could account for up to 30% of President Bola Tinubu’s $1 trillion economy ambition, potentially generating an estimated $300 billion for Nigeria. This projection was made during the launch of the Grassroots Digital Extension Corps (GDEC), a new initiative designed to improve agricultural extension services and support smallholder farmers, as reported by Daily Post Nigeria on 11th November 2026.

The government’s focus on agriculture is a strategic move aimed at boosting the economy and improving food security. However, it remains to be seen how this ambitious goal will be achieved, particularly in light of various challenges facing the agriculture sector, such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of access to credit for smallholders, and climate change impacts. The Government has not yet provided details on the timeline or specific strategies for achieving this target.

This agricultural growth is expected to be a key driver of Tinubu’s overall economic vision, which aims to make Nigeria a leading global player in various sectors, including technology, manufacturing, and services.

The $300 billion agriculture contribution to Tinubu’s $1 trillion economy target highlights the government’s commitment to agricultural development and its potential role in stimulating economic growth and improving livelihoods for millions of Nigerian farmers.