- EU-sponsored workshop advocates integrating digital technology in local languages to empower rural farmers in addressing climate change challenges
- Al-Hikmah University collaborates with the Digisol Project to revolutionize farming practices and enhance food security in rural areas
In a bid to confront the challenges of climate change and enhance food security in rural regions, experts are advocating for the integration of digital technology in local languages.
This recommendation emerged from a two-day workshop titled “Promoting Digital Solutions for Farmers in Remote Communities to Adapt to Climate Change.” The event, a collaboration between Al-Hikmah University in Ilorin and the Digisol Project, received sponsorship from the European Union (EU) with a focus on farmers in Asa, Moro, and Ifelodun local government areas.
Chris Addy Nayo, the EU Representative and Project Team Leader, highlighted the transformative potential of the initiative, emphasizing its capacity to revolutionize farming practices and address the persistent issue of low yields.
The Country Project Coordinator, Prof Chris Emenyonu, emphasized that climate change transcends boundaries, affecting regions, countries, and communities universally. He noted, “Environmental peculiarities may give rise to predisposed issues in a particular country or region.”
Addressing the gathering, Prof Noah Yusuf, the Vice Chancellor of Al-Hikmah University, underscored the project’s aim of establishing connections with farmers in the three designated local government areas. This strategic move seeks to empower rural farmers and strengthen their resilience in the face of climate-related challenges.
The workshop’s discussions centred on leveraging digital solutions to equip farmers with tools to adapt to changing climatic conditions. The emphasis on local languages aims to bridge communication gaps, ensuring that technological advancements are accessible and applicable to farmers in their native contexts.