When most young people think about agriculture, what comes to mind is probably sweat, soil, and endless hours under the sun. Not exactly the dream career, right? But today, agriculture is being redefined.Thanks to technology, the industry is opening doors to exciting, impactful careers, and Nigerian youth have every reason to step through.
Agritech is where agriculture meets innovation. From mobile apps that give farmers weather updates to drones that scan fields for crop health, the sector is buzzing with opportunities. And here is the best part: you do not need to be from a farming family or hold an agriculture degree to thrive. Whether you studied finance, engineering, IT, or even the arts, there is a role waiting for you.
Where Babban Gona Comes In
Babban Gona, is proving every day that agritech is a space where young people can shine. By combining agriculture with smart technology, we are helping smallholder farmers boost productivity, increase income, and strengthen communities. But the real drivers of this transformation are the passionate young professionals who bring their skills and creativity into the mix.
A software developer might design tools that make farm operations more efficient. A finance graduate could help build systems that give farmers easier access to credit. Someone with a background in project management might lead teams supporting thousands of farmers across rural communities. The opportunities are endless, and every role contributes to something bigger: transforming agriculture in Nigeria.
Stories That Inspire
At Babban Gona, we have seen young professionals from all backgrounds thrive in agritech, proving that passion can take you anywhere.
Oladele Akande, one of our employees, a law graduate, realized early in his career that his passion leaned toward finance and agriculture. After a year in legal practice, he took a bold step to start over; writing finance exams, interning, and eventually finding his way to Babban Gona, where he discovered a place that connects both his interests.
“Working with Babban Gona has changed how I see agriculture,” he shared. “I’ve seen that with the right technology, good management, and proper support, farmers can truly thrive. You can give them knowledge and tools that make their work more productive and their lives better.”
Oladele also described his journey at Babban Gona as innovative. A place where employees are encouraged to do more with less, think creatively, manage resources wisely, and always put our members first.”
Similarly, Ameh Oche’s journey into agritech is a blend of purpose and passion. With a background in Human Anatomy and an MBA. He joined Babban Gona drawn by the organization’s mission to reduce insecurity through job creation in agriculture, having personally experienced the impact of insecurity.
Knowing that my work contributes to building safer communities gives me a deep sense of purpose every day, he said.
Over time, Ameh has come to see how technology powers agriculture by leveraging technology, especially AI, to build internal tools, remove complexity, and streamline processes. The result is faster, more reliable workflows and higher productivity, which helps us serve our members better.
Before joining Babban Gona, I saw agriculture as something reserved for the poor or the elderly but now I know better, I see it as a driver of wealth, security and opportunity for young people.
