Civil Society Urges GMO Review, Promotes Agroecology for Sustainable Food Sovereignty in Nigeria
Original framing: “CSOs Seek Review Of GMO Approvals, Advocate Agroecology As Nigeria’s Food Security Path” — bing news
Agroecology is gaining traction globally as a response to the failures of industrial agriculture. In Cuba, it emerged after the collapse of the Soviet Union, when the country had to shift to sustainable practices due to a lack of imported inputs.
The call for a review of GMO approvals in Nigeria is part of a broader movement to reclaim food sovereignty and ecological integrity.
By integrating agroecology, which draws on both scientific evidence and indigenous knowledge, the country can build resilient food systems that are culturally and ecologically appropriate. This approach aligns with global trends in sustainable agriculture and offers a pathway to food security that is not dependent on corporate interests. However, success will require policy reform, investment in local knowledge, and the inclusion of marginalized voices in shaping the future of Nigerian agriculture.