Research Archives

PiLAF at the 6th Conference on Land Policy in Africa (CLPA 2025)

April 14, 2026

Land remains one of Africa’s most valuable yet contested resources, shaping livelihoods, agricultural productivity, and rural development. At the 6th Conference on Land Policy in Africa (CLPA 2025) held at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, researchers from PiLAF contributed to this important continental dialogue with new insights on […]

PiLAF PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN ON RESEARCH NETWORK EXPLORING CONFLICT-AFFECTED AGRICULTURE IN NIGERIA

October 13, 2025

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 University College Dublin (UCD). Funded […]

PiLAF AT THE UCD-AfDB CONFERENCE, DUBLIN

September 9, 2025

PiLAF proudly participated in the UCD-AfDB conference on “Accelerating Food Security and Sovereignty in Sub-Saharan Africa: Innovation, Inclusion, and Transformation for a Resilient Future” held at the National University of Ireland, Dublin (11–12 September 2025). Three of our researchers made outstanding presentations: Dr. Olutosin Otekunrin“The Impact of Violent Conflict on Smallholder Agriculture: A Scoping Review” […]

CELEBRATING TRENT DILKA’S TIME AT PILAF

January 7, 2025

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It was with mixed feelings on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) as the team gathered for a send-off ceremony in honor of Trent Dilka, a Fulbright researcher from the United States of America. Trent spent nine months conducting a situational analysis of urban and peri-urban agriculture in Ibadan, Nigeria.

THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF RESEARCH IN ADVANCING SOIL HEALTH

May 28, 2024

The Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) is dedicated to developing innovative solutions, informing effective policies, and ensuring the sustainability of our agricultural systems and the health of our planet for future generations. Through our research under the Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes, we have conducted vital studies on Africa's fertilizer use and soil health. As we continue to explore and understand the intricate dynamics of soil ecosystems, we pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable future.

PiLAF AND GLOBAL PARTNERS CONVERGE AT PRCI’S GLOBAL GATHERING

March 5, 2024

As the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy Research, Capacity, and Influence (PRCI) approaches its fifth-year milestone, anticipation is building for the second in-person Global Gathering in Washington, DC, from March 6-8 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. This unique event will bring together PRCI partners from the United States, Africa, and Asia, as well as USAID personnel and collaborative partners to assess the Lab's components, delve into empirical research findings, and engage in insightful discussions on applied policy research.

THE IMPERATIVENESS OF INCLUSIVE AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD SECURITY POLICIES

January 10, 2024

In the realm of agriculture and food security, inclusivity is not merely a buzzword; it is a fundamental necessity. Inclusive agricultural and food security policies are founded on the principle that every individual has a stake in decisions that affect them. Regardless of people's status, they should have access to nutritious food and the means to produce it. These policies address the challenges faced by marginalized groups such as smallholder farmers, women, indigenous communities, and rural populations.

RESEARCH AS A CATALYST FOR INFORMED POLICY DECISIONS

December 19, 2023

The role of research cannot be overstated as a catalyst for informed policy decisions. Rigorous research serves as the bedrock upon which policies are built, providing the necessary evidence and insights to address complex societal challenges. Policymakers armed with robust data are better equipped to navigate the intricacies of decision-making and develop solutions that stand the test of time.

Policy Review Series 2 (Poultry Policy in Nigeria)

February 11, 2021

Policy Review series 1 (Agricultural Promotion Policy

January 21, 2021