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Nigeria, Vietnam Seal Strategic Pact to Boost Cashew Trade as Kogi Variety Earns Global Recognition
Cyril Ogar
Nigeria and Vietnam have entered into a landmark partnership aimed at transforming cashew production, processing, and trade between the two nations.
The agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN) and the Vietnam Cashew Association (VINACAS), was signed during the 14th VINACAS Golden Cashew Rendezvous 2025 held in Hanoi, Vietnam.
The three-day event, held from October 26 to 28, commemorated VINACAS’ 35th anniversary and brought together global leaders and stakeholders in the cashew value chain.
Speaking at the signing, the National President of NCAN Dr. Ojo Joseph Ajanaku, said the MoU will to promote bilateral trade, technology transfer, and collaboration that will strengthen both nations’ competitiveness in the global cashew industry.
He expressed that, the recognition of Kogi cashew at the Hanoi conference reaffirmed Nigeria’s rising status in the global cashew industry.
Under the partnership, both countries will promote trade in raw and processed cashew, exchange processing technologies, encourage joint investments, and develop sustainable cashew farming practices.
Dr. Ajanaku described the partnership as a major milestone for the nation’s agricultural and non-oil export sector. He revealed that Nigeria exported $420 million worth of cashew to Vietnam in 2025 and expressed optimism that the collaboration would further improve production efficiency and expand market access for Nigerian products.
“This partnership will enhance value addition through modern processing technologies, promote diversification into cashew-based beverages and by-products, and create more jobs for rural communities,” Ajanaku said.
In a remarkable highlight, Kogi Cashew was specially recognized at the Hanoi conference as the most nutritious cashew in the world — a distinction that underscores Nigeria’s growing reputation in the global market. Ajanaku noted that the new partnership would leverage this recognition through continued innovation, research, and quality improvement.
He added that Vietnam’s machinery and technical expertise would play a crucial role in helping Nigeria expand its processing capacity and drive economic diversification.
Both associations agreed to set up a joint working committee to monitor the implementation of the MoU and report progress annually.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by senior Nigerian officials, representatives of financial institutions, and members of the organized private sector.
Among the Nigerian delegation were Muhammed Tukur Usman, Director, FDA-FMAS; Mr. Babagana Musti, representing NEXIM Bank; Jude Osilama and Evidence Iyamu, NCAN exporters; Mr. Victor Omofaiye, Director-General of the Kogi State Commodity Exchange, Export Promotion, and Market Development Agency (KOSCEPA); Alh. Abu Muhammed Kabir, NCAN Financial Secretary; and Tchidi Okike Zacchaeus, a merchant farmer.
NCAN therefore emphasized that Nigeria remains one of Africa’s top cashew producers, contributing over 500,000 metric tonnes annually with exports mainly to Vietnam and India. With improved processing capacity, the association projects that Nigeria’s cashew export earnings could surpass $500 million annually, creating thousands of new jobs and strengthening the nation’s rural economy.
The new Nigeria–Vietnam cashew partnership marks a major step toward positioning both countries as global leaders in cashew trade and innovation.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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