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Iyiola highlighted the significance of the poultry industry in protein production across West Africa and expressed concern over the recent setbacks the sector has faced, with many farms closing down due to rising insecurity, climate change, and economic instability.

“The industry is experiencing a retrogressive trend in production, with farms shutting down daily. This is a wake-up call for us all,” Iyiola stated.

He called for innovation and stakeholders’ collaboration to maintain food security in Lagos State and the broader Nigerian market.

The conference featured presentations from industry experts, including Professor Olajide Sogunle who represented the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Prof Olusola Kehinde

Sogunle advocated for greater diversification in Nigeria’s poultry industry and criticised the over-reliance on broilers and layers in Nigeria’s poultry farming scene.

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