Promoting inclusive agricultural and food security policies through research, capacity development, and influence for sustainable agri-food systems.
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People trained in statistical and data analysis
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Partnerships
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Stakeholder’s discourses
About Us
To be a world class centre of excellence in agricultural and food security policy that promotes best practices in participatory policy process
Vision
To promote inclusive agricultural and food security policy through research, capacity development and influence that enhances effective and sustainable agri- food systems in Nigeria and the rest of Africa
Mission
Our core objective is to influence the agricultural policy process through research, capacity development and effective collaboration among all stakeholders along the agri-food system.
Objectives
Testimonials
“The 3months STATA training course was very impacting. I enjoyed how the trainers took their time to explain the details during each session. The weekly take-home assignments also encouraged personal assessment of one's level of understanding. The provision of all lecture materials is appreciated."
“The STATA training was hands-on and all participants were allowed to ask questions at any time during the training sessions. The trainers showed high level of academic and industry experience in statistics and econometrics. A virtual training made it possible for people from countries outside Nigeria to participate.”
“It was a great and awesome experience given that it was my first time I was introduced to R. I totally enjoyed the training even though I had the challenge of time differences and internet connectivity. I really appreciate the fact that PiLAF has availed the training materials to trainees.”
Our Blog
PiLAF HOSTED THE 16TH BROWN BAG SERIES IN COLLABORATION WITH NIFAAS: STRENGTHENING POLICY FOR CLIMATE-RESILIENT AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN NIGERIA
PiLAF HOSTED THE 16TH BROWN BAG SERIES IN COLLABORATION WITH NIFAAS: STRENGTHENING POLICY FOR CLIMATE-RESILIENT AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN NIGERIA
The Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF), in collaboration with the Nigerian Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (NIFAAS), hosted the 16th Edition of its Brown Bag Series on November 13, 2025. The session brought together experts to examine the role of policy in enhancing agricultural Read More »
PiLAF PARTICIPATED IN THE 12th ANAPRI ANNUAL STAKEHOLDERS’ CONFERENCE – KIGALI, RWANDA
PiLAF PARTICIPATED IN THE 12th ANAPRI ANNUAL STAKEHOLDERS’ CONFERENCE – KIGALI, RWANDA
PiLAF participated alongside stakeholders from across Africa at the 12th Annual Stakeholders Conference of the Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI), held in Kigali, Rwanda, from November 3rd to 6th, 2025. The thematic focus of the conference is “Driving Africa’s Food Systems Transformation: Strategic Investments, Resilient Policies, and Read More »
STRENGTHENING SOIL HEALTH TO ENHANCE FOOD SECURITY: PiLAF AT NIGERIAN FARMERS SOIL HEALTH SCHEME (FSHS) LAUNCH
STRENGTHENING SOIL HEALTH TO ENHANCE FOOD SECURITY: PiLAF AT NIGERIAN FARMERS SOIL HEALTH SCHEME (FSHS) LAUNCH
Soil health is the capacity of soil to function as a living and dynamic ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans. Healthy soil supports nutrient availability, water retention, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Years of declining soil fertility, inefficient fertilizer use, and land degradation have continued to affect crop productivity in Read More »
PiLAF INTERNS DELIVER INSIGHTFUL PRESENTATIONS ON POLICY REFORM FRAMEWORKS
PiLAF INTERNS DELIVER INSIGHTFUL PRESENTATIONS ON POLICY REFORM FRAMEWORKS
The Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) had an engaging presentation on the Kaleidoscope Model of Policy Change, a framework developed by D. Resnick et al., delivered by two of its interns, Adesina Samuel Victor and Adeyemi Dominion Anjolajesu, who are currently undertaking their Practical Read More »
PiLAF PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN ON RESEARCH NETWORK EXPLORING CONFLICT-AFFECTED AGRICULTURE IN NIGERIA
PiLAF PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN ON RESEARCH NETWORK EXPLORING CONFLICT-AFFECTED AGRICULTURE IN NIGERIA
We are proud to share progress on the Network on Conflict-Affected Agriculture in Nigeria, a collaborative research project between the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) at the University of Ibadan, serving as the partner organisation, and the Centre for Peace and Conflict Research at Read More »
STRENGTHENING POLICY LEADERSHIP: PiLAF AND RuSAN HOST STRATEGIC PRE-CONFERENCE TRAINING
STRENGTHENING POLICY LEADERSHIP: PiLAF AND RuSAN HOST STRATEGIC PRE-CONFERENCE TRAINING
The Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF), in collaboration with the Rural Sociological Association of Nigeria (RuSAN), successfully held a pre-conference policy training on Monday, October 6, 2025, at the PiLAF Building, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan, as part of activities marking the 34th Read More »