NCAN seeks transparency in industry roadmap

September 15, 2025 by Juliana Agbo

National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN) has reaffirmed its position that the Cashew Roadmap must undergo a transparent review by a Technical Working Group before its final adoption.

In a statement, it reacted to a publication in a newspaper of September 10,  “Nigeria’s Cashew Roadmap: Time to End the Cycle of Misinformation and Delays.”

NCAN described the article as misleading, stressing it sought to undermine its stance on the roadmap.

According to the association, the TWG, which should comprise Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, and NCAN, was a resolution agreed upon by the two ministries and the association.

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 “Attempt to bypass this process undermines due process and stakeholder trust,” it said.

On stakeholder engagement, the body noted that while consultations were carried out, they did not capture realities of farmers and indigenous processors. It argued that only a TWG-led review would ensure the roadmap reflects aspirations of all segments.

NCAN dismissed claims the roadmap promotes GMOs, clarifying that it only supports distribution of certified hybrid seedlings developed by research institutions to improve yield, quality, and resilience.

The association further explained that the delay in finalising the roadmap was not of its making but rather the result of efforts to harmonie input to produce a credible and sustainable policy framework.

Highlighting the importance of the TWG review, NCAN said it was necessary to align the roadmap with national priorities on industrialization and job creation, protect the interests of farmers and processors, and strengthen stakeholder confidence in the policy.

 “As the recognised apex body for the cashew sector, NCAN remains committed to ensuring that the roadmap becomes a credible, inclusive, and actionable strategy for the industry,” the statement read.

It urged stakeholders and the public to disregard misinformation and remain focused on delivering a roadmap that serves Nigeria’s national interest and the entire cashew value chain.

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