Dr. Akinwumi Adesina to Keynote AgriConnect Summit 2025

Dr. Akinwumi Adesina to Keynote AgriConnect Summit 2025

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May 13, 2025

We are honoured to announce that Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), will deliver the Keynote Address at AgriConnect Summit 2025, taking place on May 30th at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

A renowned agricultural economist, global development leader, and 2017 World Food Prize Laureate, Dr. Adesina has consistently championed the transformation of Africa’s food systems and the empowerment of young agripreneurs.

At this year’s summit, themed:

“Bridging the Generational Divide: Tactics and Strategies for Building Future Agripreneurs”

Dr. Adesina’s keynote will explore:


  • The power of cross-sector collaboration in achieving long-term food security

  • How to empower and equip young agripreneurs to lead innovation in agriculture

  • Strategies for overcoming systemic barriers to finance, training, and technology

  • Practical steps for transforming agricultural value chains across the continent

This is your opportunity to be part of a summit that brings together government leaders, agribusiness executives, investors, development institutions, and future-forward entrepreneurs to shape the future of agriculture in Nigeria and across Africa.

Event Details:

Secure your spot today to attend the main conference, explore exhibition opportunities, or participate in our two-day pre-summit training workshops (May 28–29).

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Let’s move from ideas to action. Join us in building a more inclusive, innovative, and food-secure Africa.

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