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01/10/2026

🇳🇬 HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY, NIGERIA! 🇳🇬

The Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Unit of the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) warmly wishes all Nigerians, plant breeders, and farmers a happy 66th Independence Anniversary.

As we celebrate this milestone, may we continue to work together towards a greener, more prosperous, and food-secure Nigeria. Let us promote innovation, protect plant breeders’ rights, and strengthen our agricultural sector for a brighter future.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! 🇳🇬

25/09/2026

NIGERIA PLANT VARIETIES PROTECTION OFFICE (NPVPO) AT THE 4TH NPBA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2026

The Nigerian Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO), under the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), participated in the 4th International Conference of the Nigerian Plant Breeders Association (NPBA), held on 23–24 September 2026 in Abuja.

Representing the Office were Dr. Folarin Okelola and Mr. Charles, who actively participated in the conference and contributed to the discussions and engagements focused on advancing plant breeding, innovation and Nigeria’s agricultural development.

Held under the theme:

“Leveraging Breeding Innovations and Strategic Partnerships for Agribusiness Investment, Stable Supply Chains and National Food Security in a Changing Climate,”

The conference brought together key stakeholders across the plant breeding and agricultural ecosystem to exchange knowledge, strengthen partnerships and explore pathways for translating breeding innovations into tangible impact.

The participation of the NPVPO underscores the importance of plant variety protection in encouraging innovation, recognising breeders’ contributions and creating an enabling environment for investment in the development of improved plant varieties.

Through continued engagement with breeders, researchers, seed-sector stakeholders and other partners, the NPVPO remains committed to strengthening Nigeria’s plant variety protection system and supporting an innovative, resilient and sustainable agricultural sector. 🌱🇳🇬

14/09/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to Our Esteemed Registrar, Dr. Folarin Okelola

The Staff of the Nigeria Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO) warmly celebrate our esteemed Registrar, Dr. Folarin Okelola, on the occasion of his birthday.

We sincerely appreciate your visionary leadership, dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to the protection of plant varieties and the advancement of Nigeria’s seed and agricultural sector.

Your leadership continues to strengthen Nigeria’s plant variety protection system, promote innovation, and contribute to the sustainable development of the seed sector.

On this special occasion, we wish you good health, greater wisdom, renewed strength, and continued success in the years ahead.

Happy Birthday, Sir! 🎉🎂

- Staff
Nigeria Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO)

07/09/2026

🌱 Building a Stronger African Seed Sector Through Collaboration

The future of Africa’s agriculture depends heavily on the strength of its seed systems — and building those systems requires collaboration across governments, regulators, breeders, researchers, development partners and the private sector.

At the Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda, stakeholders from across the continent and the global seed community came together to discuss practical pathways for strengthening investment, innovation and resilience in Africa’s food and seed systems.

The AGRA Center of Excellence for Seed Systems in Africa (CESSA) side event, themed “Investing in Seed Systems for Resilience, Nutrition and Jobs,” provided an important platform for discussing Seed Sector Investment Plans, national planning, public and private investment, strategic partnerships and stronger seed systems.

The presence of Hon. Roza Fatch Mbilizi, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development of Malawi, and Dr. Yacouba Diallo, Secretary General of the African Seed Trade Association (AfSTA), among other leaders and experts, reflected the growing importance of collective action in transforming Africa’s seed sector.

For the Nigeria Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO), these conversations reinforce an important message:

👉🏾 Investment in agriculture must also mean investment in innovation and the systems that protect that innovation.

A strong plant variety protection system can encourage breeders to develop improved varieties, attract investment in agricultural innovation and contribute to a more competitive and resilient seed sector.

NPVPO is proud to contribute to the broader conversation on how Africa can build seed systems that support innovation, food security, climate resilience and sustainable agricultural development.

We appreciate AGRA/ CESSA for creating this platform for knowledge and experience sharing across countries and for bringing together the people and institutions shaping the future of Africa’s food systems.

🌍🌱 Protecting innovation. Strengthening seed systems. Transforming agriculture.

02/06/2026

UPOV PRISMA webinar: How to make plant variety applications in Nigeria Nigeria became a member of UPOV in March 2025 and joined UPOV PRISMA a few months later. Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to easily submit your plant variety applications in Nigeria using the UPOV PRISMA online tool. This s...

27/05/2026

The PVP Family warmly wishes the entire Muslim Ummah a joyful and peaceful Eid Mubarak.

May this blessed season bring happiness, good health, unity, and abundant blessings to you and your loved ones. May your prayers and sacrifices be accepted by Almighty Allah.

Eid Mubarak!

19/05/2026

We are pleased to share an important opportunity for plant breeders, seed companies, and agricultural professionals operating in Nigeria or intend to operate in Nigeria.

Following Nigeria's accession to UPOV in March 27th 2025 and our subsequent onboarding to UPOV PRISMA, breeders can now submit plant variety protection applications to our Office through the UPOV PRISMA online tool.

To support a smooth transition, we are participating in an upcoming webinar hosted by UPOV that provides a practical, step-by-step walkthrough of the application process. Our Registrar, Dr. Okelola Folarin, will be available to answer questions live including those on administrative procedures.

Whether you are filing your first Nigerian PVP application or supporting clients through the process, this session will equip you with what you need.

Plant variety protection strengthens breeding investment, improves seed quality, and supports food security for Nigeria and for the world.

Register below and come prepared with your questions.

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https://wipo-int.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EMvvRkp0QeiqIqL5cB3_Gg #/registration

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UPOV PRISMA webinar: How to make plant variety applications in Nigeria Nigeria became a member of UPOV in March 2025 and joined UPOV PRISMA a few months later. Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to easily submit your plant variety applications in Nigeria using the UPOV PRISMA online tool. This s...

13/05/2026

🚀 UPOV PRISMA Webinar: How to Make Plant Variety Applications in Nigeria

The Nigerian Plant Variety Protection Office (NPVPO), under the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), invites plant breeders, seed companies, researchers, legal practitioners, and stakeholders in the agricultural innovation ecosystem to participate in an important webinar on using UPOV PRISMA for online plant variety applications.

This session will provide practical guidance on how to prepare, submit, and track plant variety applications in Nigeria through the UPOV PRISMA system.

📅 Date: June 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 am Geneva Time (10:00 am Nigeria Time)
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Okelola Folarin, Registrar, NPVPO (NASC)

What you will learn:

• Step-by-step process for submitting applications
• Live demonstration of the UPOV PRISMA platform
• Key requirements for successful submission
• Real-time responses to your questions

This webinar is highly recommended for stakeholders involved in plant breeding, seed development, agricultural research, and intellectual property protection.

🔗 Register here:

https://wipo-int.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EMvvRkp0QeiqIqL5cB3_Gg #/registration

Secure your place and stay informed on advancements in plant variety protection in Nigeria.

10/03/2026

Participant Reflections | 2026 PVP Boot Camp 2.0

As organizers of the Boot Camp, it is encouraging to hear participants share their experiences and key takeaways from the program.

Their feedback reflects the value of combining expert-led sessions with practical exercises designed to deepen understanding of Plant Variety Protection as a key intellectual property tool in agriculture.

We are pleased to see the level of engagement and enthusiasm demonstrated throughout the program.

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09/03/2026

Quick highlight from PVP Boot Camp 2.0 (2026) 🎥🌱

Our participants are already sharing their experiences and takeaways from the program so far.

From learning how Plant Variety Protection works to understanding its importance as an IP tool in agriculture, the feedback has been insightful and encouraging.

We’re excited to see the knowledge and conversations growing.

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