Growtech West Africa and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) have formalised a partnership that will underpin the inaugural Growtech exhibition in Lagos, scheduled for 26‑28 January 2027 at the Landmark Centre. The alliance aims to link Nigerian agribusinesses with international technology providers, investors and expertise to enhance productivity and food security.
**Key details**
- The event will run from 26 to 28 January 2027 at the Landmark Centre, Lagos.
- NADF, created under the National Agricultural Development Fund (Establishment) Act 2022, will support the exhibition by facilitating access to finance and innovation.
- Growtech, originally founded in Antalya, Turkey and now present in Dubai and Italy, will bring its global network of agri‑tech firms to West Africa.
- Mohammed A. Ibrahim, Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF, said the partnership creates an ecosystem where finance, technology and enterprise converge to add value to Nigeria’s agriculture.
**What is the National Agricultural Development Fund?**
[NADF](https://naddf.gov.ng) was established by the [Federal Government of Nigeria](https://www.gov.ng) to address gaps in agricultural financing, promote research, capacity building and the adoption of modern farming practices, thereby driving inclusive socio‑economic growth.
**Why is Growtech expanding into Nigeria?**
Alan Kelly, Commercial & Strategy Director of InD Group, explained that Nigeria’s large domestic market, diverse agro‑ecologies and regional influence make it a strategic hub for agri‑technology. He added that the Lagos exhibition will enable direct engagement with local businesses seeking modern solutions.
**How will the exhibition benefit stakeholders?**
The three‑day showcase will feature exhibitors across seeds, plant nutrition, irrigation, greenhouse technologies, precision farming, livestock, aquaculture, food processing and related sectors. A concurrent Food Security and Sustainability Conference will gather policymakers, investors, researchers and technology providers to discuss financing, climate resilience and productivity.
**What does this mean for Nigerian agriculture?**
By connecting local producers with global innovators, the partnership is expected to accelerate knowledge exchange, foster commercial collaborations and improve access to cutting‑edge solutions. This could strengthen value chains, boost yields and enhance the resilience of Nigeria’s food system.
Growtech’s Portfolio Exhibition Director Engin Er highlighted that West Africa represents a natural next step for the platform, given the region’s rapid transformation and demand for integrated agri‑tech solutions. The collaboration with NADF will help the platform engage key Nigerian stakeholders and showcase international technologies tailored to local needs.
Overall, the Growtech‑NADF partnership signals a concerted effort to mobilise finance, technology and expertise toward a more productive and sustainable agricultural sector in Nigeria and the wider West African region.