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14.10.24
The IFAD Agrihub project, a key initiative implemented by IITA, played a pivotal role in hosting a job fair in Ibadan, Oyo State. This project, which focuses on employment and entrepreneurship tracks, was instrumental in facilitating job linkages and reducing youth unemployment in the agricultural sector. It underscores the importance of youth empowerment in driving the growth and sustainability of the agribusiness sector.
With substantial funding from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Visa Foundation, and BMZ, the IFAD Agrihub project has been a resounding success. Its employment and entrepreneurship tracks have created sustainable employment and profitable enterprises for over 4,800 youths in agriculture-related activities. This success story is a beacon of hope, signaling a promising future for youth employment in the agricultural sector.
The fair, held on 26 September at the University of Ibadan International Conference Center, was significant. About 300 youths, several business owners in the agro-sector, and other stakeholders attended. The fair’s theme, “Empowering Youth for Sustainable Agri-food Careers: Skills and Opportunities,” underscored the urgency and relevance of the event in the context of youth employment in the agricultural sector.