The Federal Government has announced significant progress in stabilising fertiliser availability and pricing ahead of the 2026 wet farming season, following the strengthening of its centralised procurement and distribution framework under the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative (PFI NPK).
The initiative, designed to insulate farmers from global supply disruptions and domestic price volatility, is being implemented through PFI NPK Limited under the Ministry of Finance Incorporated, which oversees bulk procurement of fertiliser raw materials while coordinating distribution through a regulated network of blending plants and storage facilities nationwide.
Under the arrangement, fertiliser inputs remain under centralised control until verified sales are completed and financial settlements concluded, a structure officials say is intended to improve transparency and reduce leakages within the supply chain.
To further enhance oversight, the government has deployed independent Collateral Management Agents to monitor storage facilities across the country. Their responsibilities include verifying stock levels, tracking movements, and ensuring the security of fertiliser inventories throughout the distribution chain.
The operational framework is supported by guidelines developed in collaboration with the Fertiliser Producers and Suppliers Association of Nigeria (FEPSAN), while regulatory oversight on quality assurance is provided by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
Security clearance and logistical coordination from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) remain integral to nationwide distribution planning and operational scaling.
Officials said the system is already yielding positive results, with fertiliser raw materials arriving in-country or in transit, while blending plants across Nigeria continue to receive steady inputs ahead of peak demand in the agricultural season.
The government stated that the intervention has helped reduce farmers’ exposure to international price shocks and supply chain disruptions that have historically affected input availability during critical planting periods.
Managing Director of PFI NPK Limited, Dr. Takang, said the core objective of the programme is to ensure timely access to fertiliser at stable and affordable prices that support agricultural productivity.
“What matters is that the farmer can access fertiliser when needed and at a price that does not undermine production. By stabilising supply and managing cost exposure at the procurement stage, we are supporting that outcome at scale,” he said.
Looking ahead, PFI NPK disclosed plans to expand government-to-government procurement arrangements with international partners to further secure raw material supply chains. The programme is also developing a digital monitoring platform designed to provide real-time visibility of procurement activities, inventory levels, and nationwide distribution flows.
Authorities said the strengthened system is expected to improve agricultural output in the 2026 farming season by ensuring predictable fertiliser availability, reducing market uncertainty, and reinforcing national food security objectives.
