NIWAB

The Nigerian Women in Agricultural Business Cooperative Society Limited (NIWAB)

NiWAB is an agro - based National Cooperative Apex for women, that is registered (FDC 0030) and regulated by the Federal Department of Cooperatives, under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. NiWAB is open to every woman residing in Nigeria that is involved in any aspect of Agric-Business across the various Agricultural Value Chain, such as but not limited to crop production, animal husbandry, aquaculture, artisan fishery, processing of crop and livestock, packaging, storage, marketing/trading, training, agricultural services and nutrition etc.

Vision

Empowering all women involved in the agricultural value chain to achieve sustainable wealth creation and food security for themselves and Nigeria at large.

Mission

To build the mental, technical and financial capacities of the Nigerian Women to participate actively and effectively in the agricultural value chain in a manner that guarantees sustainable wealth creation, food security and environmental sanity.

Goal

To attain sustainable development in employment generation, poverty alleviation, wealth creation, climate compliance culture, food security and environmental sanity.

Objectives

The objectives of NiWAB are to:

Supporting Food Security

To complement the Federal Government's effort to ensure food security by establishing “Mini-Agro Processing” businesses for our members across the six geo-political zones. Mini Agro processing business for value addition/creation on agricultural commodities, mitigate and reduce post farmers loses.

Training and Development

To collaborate with Local Governments, State Government, Federal Government and International Development Partners to provide quarterly training on good crop and livestock production, processing, packaging, storage and marketing, and cooperative best practices to our members in the six geo-political zones.

Sanitize Rural Commodity Markets

To complement the Federal Government’s effort to upgrade and sanitize rural commodity markets by organizing market women into cooperatives affiliated with the Nigerian Women in Agricultural Business Cooperative Society Ltd through their State Apexes.

Unify Women in Agribusiness

We aim to organize all women involved in agricultural enterprise across Nigerian into a formidable workforce that speaks with one voice, advocating for their rights and interests.

Advocacy for Empowerment

We promote and advocate for policies on women empowerment in agriculture, ensuring that women have a significant voice in the agricultural development agenda.

Strategic Collaborations,

We build beneficial collaborations with international and national agencies, corporate organizations, and personalities that promote agricultural development, creating a network of support and resources.

Youth Mentorship

We organize ‘catch-them-young’ agricultural mentorship programs for girls in high schools across the six geopolitical zones of the Federation, inspiring the next generation of female agribusiness leaders.

Why Choose Us

Training and Education

Enhance your skills with our comprehensive training programs in enhanced and modern agriculture, crop production and processing, animal husbandry, aquaculture, storage, trading and more. Our workshops and seminars are designed to empower you with the latest techniques and knowledge in the field.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with other women Agropreneurs and Industry Experts to expand your business horizons. Our events and forums provide a space for sharing experiences and forging partnerships.

Social Impacts

NiWAB provides the platform for partners to engage in activities that aim to improve the livelihoods of marginalized groups, such as women and youth, whereby creating positive social impacts.

Resource Access

Gain access to essential resources such as credits, seeds, inputs, implements, machinery, and technology to boost your agribusiness. We collaborate with suppliers and organizations to bring you the best deals and opportunities.

Marketing and Trade Support

Leverage our platform to market your products and services and engage in profitable trading activities. We offer guidance on branding, packaging, and reaching new markets.