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We are very much aware of Nigeria's soil texture and weather among others. For instance, when people demand a specific design of a tractor, the first question to them is what do you want to use it for and why? In most cases, they really do not know. The reason is that farms deserves to get the right equipment for the job they intend to do and that is also dependent on the type of soil and size of the farm.

Not everybody can be a farmer even though they have some idea. I am very much interested in agriculture, mechanisation and farming. If for instance you have two hectares of farmland, you have to maximise it so as to get your improved revenue.

Between agriculture and oil

If we are physically looking at the amount of money generated, oil and gas is first. But again, if Nigeria's agricultural sector is well developed, funded and equipped, it will go a long way. Although agriculture is not as easy as people think. I am from a farming family in the United Kingdom and started farming at very early age. It is 24 hours, 7 days a week work: no weekend holidays. It is a real hard work, especially when you are doing it for a business. Not everyone should be a farmer. Farming is the oldest business in the world and has developed globally. It is technology driven and you can get good revenue depending on the type of equipment used.

About Panafrican Equipment

We are involved in the business of construction and mining, which started in 2009. I have been in Africa for the past 15 years and have equally been to 26 different countries and in Nigeria, for two two years. Since then, we, as Panafrican Group are directly involved in agricultural matters in Nigeria.

Way forward for Nigeria's agricultural sector

Agricultural sector in Nigeria will be uplifted by the private sector because of accountability. Access to a single digit credit line is also important.