Review of the Nigeria Agricultural Input into Realizing SDG Goal 2; Zero Hunger

This study examines the review of the Nigeria agricultural input into realizing SDG goal 2; zero hunger using a systematic review and descriptive analytical research design as methodology. Findings from the study reveal that research shows that farmers using improved seed varieties experienced yield gains of 20% to 40%, especially for maize and rice. Despite these benefits, adoption levels are inconsistent, largely due to limited affordability and poor distribution systems. Fertilizer application in Nigeria is still below the FAO-recommended average for sub-Saharan Africa. While government subsidy programs have occasionally expanded fertilizer availability, irregular supply and delayed delivery have diminished their overall impact. Areas with greater fertilizer usage consistently reported higher cereal production. Therefore, the study recommends that government should broaden rural credit facilities and financial inclusion initiatives to empower smallholder farmers, with particular focus on women and youth; promote climate-smart agriculture, sustainable soil management, and efficient irrigation to boost long-term productivity; combine productivity improvements with environmental sustainability to strengthen resilience against climate-related shocks; implement transparent and accountable monitoring mechanisms for input subsidy programs and agricultural policies; and ensure that national agricultural input strategies are aligned with SDG 2 indicators to effectively track progress.