Chijioke Okoli, the Chief Executive, AGCOMS International Trading Limited, has said the country’s exposure to advanced mechanisation technology and adoption of global best practices remains key to transforming the agricultural landscape.
He stated that despite Nigeria’s current historic low mechanisation level, the strong focus of President Bola Tinubu’s administration on increasing tractor usage increases the prospects and potential for the sector.
Okoli spoke at the annual NAMPO Harvest Day in South Africa, the largest agricultural trade show on the continent, according to a statement on Sunday.
Okoli said, “It’s vital for the world to know that, despite Nigeria’s historic current low mechanisation level, the prospects of the country are bright because of the strong focus of the Tinubu administration on increasing tractor usage in the country. So we have every reason to be optimistic.”
According to him, “The trip was also an opportunity for us to see and learn from cutting-edge developments. This trip represents more than just attendance—it is a bold statement of our vision. We are committed to building the most knowledgeable and forward-thinking team in Africa. Exposure to advanced mechanisation technology and global best practices is key to transforming our agricultural landscape.”
NAMPO Harvest Day in South Africa is widely acknowledged as the most influential event of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, the event witnessed a record-breaking 87,191 visitors over four days. AGCOMS, the authorised dealer of the iconic John Deere brand of agricultural equipment, was represented at the event by a team of 10 key staff led by Okoli.
Meanwhile, one of the highlights of this year’s exhibition was the launch of the John Deere 9RX 830 hp Tractor – adjudged as the most powerful tractor ever introduced in Africa.
It combines massive horsepower, quad-track agility, cutting-edge technology, and operator luxury. It’s designed for elite agricultural operations that demand maximum performance, efficiency, and precision in large-scale fieldwork.
According to the statement, the engineering feat reinforces John Deere’s global leadership in agricultural mechanisation, and AGCOMS is proud to be at the forefront of bringing such advancements to Nigeria.The AGCOMS delegation engaged with key Original Equipment Manufacturers OEM partners, explored cutting-edge equipment solutions, and deepened relationships critical to Nigeria’s ongoing mechanisation drive.
As part of its commitment to national development, AGCOMS reaffirmed its commitment to empower its workforce, train young professionals, and introduce best-in-class solutions to Nigerian farmers.
The company’s presence at NAMPO also reaffirmed its role as a strategic driver of mechanisation in line with Nigeria’s food security agenda. With active partnerships at the federal and state levels, AGCOMS remains poised to lead the transition from manual farming to modern agriculture.
