Green Money Project: Cultivating Youth in Agriculture
A project designed by the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Agriculture to enhance the delivery of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda on agriculture, with a particular emphasis on food security through increased youth participation.
The “Green Money Project” is a comprehensive strategy for the engagement of the youth in agriculture aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and fostering inclusive economic growth.
The GMP project was designed to address various constraints hindering youth to effectively participate in agriculture and to empower them through re-orientation, capacity building, incentives, and support for Agro-businesses and value chain development.
The GMP initiative is in alignment with of the effort to enhance the delivery of the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Agriculture especially food security which tops Mr. President’s priority list.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age: 18-40 years old
- Nationality: Nigerian citizen or permanent resident
- Education: Minimum of secondary school education
- Location: Resident in any of the 36 states of Nigeria or the Federal Capital Territory
- Agricultural Interest: Demonstrated interest or experience in agriculture or agribusiness
- Commitment: Willingness to participate in training programs and workshops
- Business Orientation: Interest in developing or expanding an agricultural business
- Tech Literacy: Basic computer and smartphone skills
- Physical Ability: Capable of engaging in agricultural activities
- No Prior Beneficiary: Should not have previously benefited from similar government agricultural programs
- Valid Identification: Possession of a valid government-issued ID e.g., National ID, Voter’s Card, Digital marketing services for small businesses
Why Participate?
- Gain modern farming skills
- Access agribusiness support
- Contribute to national food security
- Network with industry leaders
- Access Financial incentives
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