Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Security in Nigeria: A Review

Authors: Leddi, K. W., Mshelia, J. S. Anas, B. A., Jibrin, M., Sani, U. L and Saleh A. H

Affiliation: Department of Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture, Federal University of Kashere, Gombe State.

Corresponding Author: [email protected]

November 3, 2025

SIAR-Global Journal of Engineering & Agricultural Review

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17514971

Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Security in Nigeria: A Review

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Nigeria is facing major issues with food production due to a rapidly increasing population and a lack of available land for farming. Vertical farming is becoming an important solution to help tackle food security problems in Nigerian’s quickly urbanizing areas. This method of farming involves growing crops in stacked layers within controlled environments, which makes the best use of space and serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional farming. The fast population growth in Nigerian cities creates serious food security challenges because there is not enough arable land. Vertical farming allows for the year round cultivation of fresh produce in urban settings. This method decreases reliance on rural Agriculture and cuts down on distribution costs. It guarantees a steady supply of food while offering higher quality nutrition at lower prices. This article examines vertical agriculture by looking into the issues present in the current food system and how vertical farming can help solve Nigerian’s food security problems. We explore the benefits of this innovative approach, such as increased crop yield, less water usage, better access to fresh produce and reduced harm to the environment. We also discuss where vertical farming stands today in Nigeria by showcasing successful projects and pinpointing areas that need improvement. Our findings indicate that vertical farming could be vital for sustainable food security in Nigeria.

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Vertical Farming (VF); Sustainable Food Production; Food Security; Food System; Nigeria

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Leddi, K. W., Mshelia, J. S. Anas, B. A., Jibrin, M., Sani, U. L and Saleh A. H (2025). Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Security in Nigeria: A Review. SIAR-Global Journal of Engineering & Agricultural Review, Vol. 1, No. 1. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17514971

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