LAGOS, Nigeria — A leading agribusiness executive, Ifeoma Mary Okonkwo, has been honoured with the “Excellence in Cassava Value Chain Development Award” at the 9th Annual General Meeting and 10th Anniversary Ceremony of the Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Association of Nigeria (INCSAN).
The milestone event brought together policymakers, development partners, farmers, processors, and private sector leaders to review progress in Nigeria’s cassava industry and chart a path for future growth. This year’s theme, “A Decade of Growth, A Future of Policy: Scaling Cassava for Food Security & Industry,” focused on strengthening cassava’s role in food security, industrial applications, and economic development.
Okonkwo was recognized for her contributions to cassava value chain development and broader agribusiness innovation, particularly in advancing sustainable agricultural practices and strengthening collaboration across stakeholders in the sector.
Expressing gratitude for the recognition, she dedicated the award to farmers, processors, partners, and teams working across the cassava ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of continued investment in agriculture-driven development.
The ceremony also featured recognition of other distinguished industry contributors, with participants reaffirming their commitment to scaling cassava production and processing capacity in Nigeria.
Organizers described the anniversary event as a significant moment for reflection and renewed commitment to expanding the cassava industry’s contribution to Nigeria’s food security and industrial growth.