Chief Gamaliel Onosode's insightful quote highlights the essence of activism: taking action to address issues rather than merely acknowledging them. Despite his unsuccessful presidential bid in 2007, his words continue to resonate, sparking reflections on effective approaches to societal challenges.

Drawing inspiration from India's successful agricultural transformation in the 1980s under Prime Minister Nehru, who prioritized self-sufficiency in food production, the author reflects on Nigeria's struggle with food security. Despite various governmental initiatives over the years, such as Operation Feed the Nation and the Green Revolution Programme, the nation continues to grapple with food insecurity.

The author critiques recent efforts by Nigerian leaders, citing examples like President Tinubu's launch of a state agricultural program and Governor Zulum's distribution of food items. These initiatives, while well-intentioned, only offer short-term relief and fail to address the root causes of food insecurity.

The upcoming national agriculture and food security summit scheduled for November 2024 is met with skepticism by the author. Drawing from personal experience attending numerous summits, the author doubts the efficacy of such gatherings, highlighting the lack of tangible outcomes and impact on policy.

In proposing an alternative approach, the author emphasizes the power of simple yet innovative ideas. Reflecting on a visit to India in 1983 and insights gained from conversations with an Indian acquaintance, the author suggests replicating India's village-level agricultural practices in Nigeria. This approach, the author argues, could yield significant results at a fraction of the cost of organizing summits.

Overall, the author advocates for a shift from conventional, top-down approaches to more grassroots, community-driven solutions to address Nigeria's food security challenges.

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