Chief Executive Officer of AGCOMS International Trading Limited, Chijioke Okoli, has said that Nigeria’s path to agricultural transformation lies in embracing advanced mechanisation technologies and aligning with global best practices.
Speaking at the NAMPO Harvest Day in South Africa, Africa’s largest agricultural trade fair, Okoli said that despite Nigeria’s historically low mechanisation levels, recent policy shifts signal a promising future for the sector.
“It’s vital for the world to know that, despite Nigeria’s current mechanisation challenges, the prospects are bright. The strong emphasis by the Tinubu administration on expanding tractor usage is a game-changer. We have every reason to be optimistic,” he said.
AGCOMS, Nigeria’s official John Deere dealer, led a ten-man delegation to the 2025 edition of the four-day exhibition, which drew a record-breaking 87,191 visitors and over 750 exhibitors from across the world. The firm used the platform to spotlight Nigeria’s potential to investors, engage with global equipment manufacturers, and deepen critical partnerships that align with the country’s mechanisation ambitions.
“The trip was more than attendance, it was a strategic step. It gave us a chance to learn from cutting-edge innovations, deepen our relationships, and build the most forward-thinking team in Africa,” Okoli said. “Exposure to global technology and best practices is key to reimagining Nigerian agriculture.”
As a trade facilitation and mechanisation services firm, AGCOMS plays a central role in Nigeria’s evolving agricultural landscape, providing tractors, implements, and after-sales services to both smallholders and large-scale farmers. The company is also building Nigeria’s largest agricultural equipment assembly and service hub in Abuja, a bold move that aligns with the federal government’s vision for mechanisation and youth empowerment.
One of the major highlights at NAMPO was the historic unveiling of the John Deere 9RX 830 hp Tractor, the most powerful ever introduced on the continent. Engineered for elite performance in large-scale agriculture, it blends high horsepower with quad-track traction and precision technology.
According to AGCOMS, the tractor’s introduction reaffirms John Deere’s global leadership in mechanisation and reflects the company’s commitment to bringing top-tier equipment to Nigerian farms.
Also at the event was a delegation from Niger State, led by Mr. Sammy Adigun, CEO of Niger Foods. The state is emerging as a leader in mechanisation at the sub-national level and has continued to invest in large-scale agricultural projects.
Through its engagements at NAMPO, AGCOMS reaffirmed its strategic role in supporting Nigeria’s food security agenda.
The company remains committed to empowering its workforce, training young professionals, and ensuring that Nigerian farmers gain access to modern tools that boost productivity and reduce drudgery.
“AGCOMS is not just delivering machines, we’re delivering transformation,” the company stated. “With the right partnerships and policies in place, we are confident that Nigeria will lead Africa’s march toward sustainable, mechanised agriculture.”
Held annually by Grain SA, NAMPO remains the continent’s premier platform for agricultural technology, innovation, and collaboration, where visionaries like AGCOMS converge to shape the future of African farming.