Food Insecurity: Lagos moves to strengthen food value chain

The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, will host the South-West Zone Bi-annual Review of the Food Systems Transformation Pathways (FSTP) Strategy and Validation of the Draft Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) from Tuesday, 20 October to Thursday, 22 October 2026.

The three-day engagement will bring together government representatives, policymakers, technical experts and development partners to review implementation progress, identify gaps and validate the draft SOP to strengthen coordination, monitoring and accountability.

The Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Lagos State, Mr Ope George, noted that the engagement aligns with efforts to promote productive, inclusive, resilient and sustainable food systems while addressing food insecurity, malnutrition, poverty and challenges across the food value chain.

As a major centre of consumption, commerce and logistics, Lagos State recognises the importance of effective food systems in driving economic growth, improving livelihoods and ensuring access to safe, nutritious and affordable food.

The meeting will also strengthen regional cooperation and promote practical strategies for improving food production, processing, storage, transportation, distribution and market access.

The Lagos State Government remains committed to evidence-based planning, effective collaboration and sustainable policies that advance food security and inclusive development.