Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening food security and improving food affordability through investments across the agricultural value chain.
The governor made this known at the Lagos Food Systems Nexus 2026, organised by the state’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, where stakeholders discussed strategies for building a stronger and more reliable food system.
Sanwo-Olu described food security as a critical issue affecting household expenses, business operations and the wider economy, noting that Lagos must adopt a comprehensive approach to addressing its growing food demands.
He explained that food security goes beyond farming, requiring effective coordination of production, processing, storage, transportation, distribution and access to markets.
The governor highlighted several initiatives introduced by his administration, including the Imota Rice Mill, fresh food hubs, Ounje Eko, farmers’ support programmes and Produce for Lagos, all aimed at boosting local production and improving food distribution.
He also highlighted the N500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund, which is designed to create opportunities for farmers, traders, transporters and investors while connecting local producers to the Lagos market.
Sanwo-Olu stressed that the administration remains focused on practical solutions that improve residents’ daily lives, particularly by making food more available and affordable for households across the state.
He reiterated that strengthening the food system remains essential to achieving economic stability and sustainable development in Lagos.
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