Eden Moringa Launches 500-Hectare Plantation to Boost Agriculture and Enhance National Revenue

By David Odama

The Eden Moringa Productions and Marketers Limited, in collaboration with the Moringa Productions, Marketers, Farmers Welfare and Empowerment Association of Nigeria (MPM-FWEAN), has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic growth.

This follows the launch of a 500-hectare Moringa plantation aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and revitalizing the economy through the formal flag-off of harvesting, drying, and off-taking activities at the expansive plantation in Edo State.

Speaking during the flag-off ceremony held in Uvbe Community, along the Benin–Agbor expressway in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the project, Dr. Ashimashiga Michael Akoloaga, described Moringa plantations as a vital tool in tackling poverty and insecurity in Nigeria.

He noted that the project, fully supported by the National Patron of the Association, Epa Ewere Dickson Imasogie, includes the ongoing restoration and modernization of the drying and processing facilities to ensure the production of high-quality organic Moringa and other products for both local and international markets.

“Moringa Oleifera, often called the ‘miracle tree,’ offers vast potential for monthly harvesting cycles, income generation, health improvement, and sustainable economic growth. This launch marks the beginning of a structured national movement to position Moringa farming as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic empowerment,” Dr. Akoloaga said.

According to the Chairman and CEO of Eden Moringa Production and Marketing Association of Nigeria, Nigerians and the private sector should take advantage of Moringa farming to expand agricultural output, strengthen the economy, and increase revenue generation.

“To be part of this transformative initiative, let us come together to witness and participate in a new era of Nigerian agriculture powered by the Moringa revolution,” he added.

The National Secretary of the Association, Dr. Shuaibu U. Adamu, emphasized that any government policy aimed at sustainable economic empowerment that ignores the potential of Moringa plantations is overlooking a powerful solution to poverty and insecurity.

He commended Epa Ewere Dickson Imasogie for his dedication and for donating the farmland and facilities that made this milestone possible. He also urged the public to embrace organic farming—particularly Moringa cultivation—to improve livelihoods and productivity.

“We call on all stakeholders, members of the Board of Trustees, industry players, and the general public to join us in celebrating this milestone and the light-launching of the Edo State Organic Processing Facility. The facility is set to become a hub for value addition, job creation, and foreign exchange generation,” he said.

In solidarity with Eden Moringa’s achievement, the Association’s zonal leaders—including Dr. Theophilus John Angbashim (North Central), Chief Mrs. Charity Ochulo Uzoma (South East), and Alhaji Aliyu Mohammed Diya (North West)—praised the initiative, noting that the development of Moringa-based value chains will reshape Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, reduce youth unemployment, and address community-level insecurity through economic engagement.

They also lauded Dr. Ashimashiga Michael Akoloaga for his vision and tireless efforts in establishing what is now regarded as Nigeria’s largest Moringa plantation, while commending Epa Ewere Dickson Imasogie for his foresight in creating an enabling environment for agricultural transformation.

They further called on stakeholders in agriculture and agro-processing, as well as representatives from federal, state, and local governments, to support the initiative and help strengthen national revenue generation.

With global demand for organic health products on the rise, Moringa remains one of Nigeria’s strongest prospects for foreign exchange earnings, job creation, and sustainable national development.