Partnerships and Strategic Engagement
Collaborating to advance sustainable food systems, innovation, and measurable impact.
A Structured Platform for Lasting Impact
The TETFund Centre of Excellence in Food Security provides a structured platform for research collaboration, enterprise development, capacity building, and policy engagement. Our integrated model is designed for partnerships that are not transactional — they are institutional, measurable, and built for the long term.
Our Integrated Model Combines
- Research infrastructure — greenhouse, laboratory, and farmland
- Postgraduate programme development
- Enterprise-driven sustainability
- Farmer-focused training and extension
- Policy-level engagement
- Institutional accountability aligned with TETFund standards
How We Collaborate
TCoEFS offers six structured partnership modalities, each designed to create mutual value and measurable development outcomes.
Research Collaboration
Joint research projects, grant applications, field trials, laboratory partnerships, data sharing, and postgraduate supervision.
Enterprise & Agribusiness Development
Co-investment in poultry, greenhouse expansion, value addition, seed systems, livestock systems, and processing units.
Curriculum & Capacity Development
Joint curriculum design, technical training, innovation modules, and institutional strengthening for sustainable impact.
Demonstration & Pilot Projects
Climate-smart agriculture pilots, agroforestry systems, livestock genetics trials, and post-harvest systems.
Infrastructure Support
Laboratory equipment, greenhouse expansion, fencing of farmland, research tools, and technology support.
Funding & Philanthropic Support
Direct institutional support, enterprise scale-up, student scholarships, and infrastructure investment.
Partners in Food Systems Transformation
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund)
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund is a federal government agency established to provide funding support for public tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Through strategic investments in infrastructure, research, academic development, and capacity building, TETFund strengthens institutional performance and promotes innovation across higher education.
University of Jos
The University of Jos is a leading public university in Nigeria committed to academic excellence, research advancement, and national development. With strong interdisciplinary capacity across science, technology, social sciences, and policy research, the institution serves as a hub for innovation, capacity development, and strategic partnerships.
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA)
Sasakawa Africa Association is an international non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening agricultural systems across Africa. It promotes sustainable farming practices, capacity development for extension services, and nutrition-sensitive agricultural interventions aimed at improving productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods.
GIZ
GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) works on behalf of the German government in Nigeria, supporting development projects in agriculture, rural development, and institutional capacity building.
Plateau State Government (PLSG)
The Plateau State Government is the governing authority responsible for public administration, policy development, and socio-economic advancement within Plateau State, Nigeria. It drives initiatives in infrastructure, education, digital innovation, security, and economic growth, fostering an enabling environment for institutional excellence and strategic development partnerships.
U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE)
U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. facilitates the global exchange of advanced livestock genetics and reproductive technologies. The organization supports genetic improvement, herd productivity, and sustainable livestock development through international collaboration and technical expertise.
Ecofarms and Agroservices Ltd
Ecofarms and Agroservices Ltd is an agribusiness enterprise engaged in modern farming operations, agricultural services, and value chain development. The company supports sustainable production systems and contributes to strengthening agricultural productivity and rural economic growth.
Reproduction Specialty Group, Inc. (RSG)
Reproduction Specialty Group, Inc. specializes in advanced reproductive technologies and breeding services for livestock systems. The organization provides expertise in genetic improvement, reproductive management, and technical support to enhance productivity and performance.
Livestock Productivity & Resilience Support Project (L-PRES)
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project is a development initiative focused on enhancing livestock value chains, strengthening resilience in pastoral and agro-pastoral systems, and improving productivity through technical support, infrastructure development, and stakeholder collaboration.
Dajrhas Health and Agric Development Ltd
Dajrhas Health and Agric Development Ltd operates at the intersection of agriculture and community development, delivering services that promote food production, health integration, and sustainable livelihood enhancement within rural and peri-urban communities.
Data-craft Analytics Solutions Inc.
Data-craft Analytics Solutions Inc. is a technology and data analytics firm providing advanced analytical services, digital solutions, and decision-support systems. The company leverages data science and technological innovation to support institutional efficiency and strategic growth.
Where Your Investment Lands
TCoEFS has identified critical infrastructure and programme gaps that, when addressed by development partners and investors, will unlock the Centre's full operational and research capacity.
Current Priority Needs
- Laboratory equipment upgrade
- Greenhouse enterprise expansion
- Farmland fencing and irrigation systems
- Livestock genetics and feed systems
- Processing and value-addition equipment
- Student research grants
Structured for Accountability
Every investment in TCoEFS is supported by a documented concept note, a detailed proposal with cost structures, and performance milestones tied to institutional reporting frameworks.
Proposals are available for individual priority areas — from pack machine infrastructure to greenhouse enterprise expansion. Request a proposal to receive a bespoke investment case.
Invest in Food Systems Transformation
TCoEFS welcomes institutional support from development partners, corporate organisations, alumni, and philanthropic donors committed to sustainable food systems transformation.
Support May Be Directed Toward
"Every contribution — whether in equipment, expertise, or funding — directly strengthens a Centre that serves farmers, students, and food systems at scale."
TCoEFS provides formal receipts, institutional acknowledgement, and progress reporting for all support received, in line with University of Jos governance standards and TETFund accountability frameworks.
Start the Conversation
Whether you are exploring a research partnership or considering a funding commitment, the right form is below.
Partnership Enquiry
Research, enterprise, curriculum, and more
Funding & Support
Infrastructure, research grants, scholarships
Built on Institutional Trust
TCoEFS operates within the University of Jos governance framework and under TETFund oversight. The Centre maintains structured documentation, reporting systems, and performance tracking aligned with institutional and national standards.
This ensures transparency, accountability, and measurable impact — giving every partner and funder the confidence that their investment is managed with rigor and purpose.
University of Jos Governance Framework
All operations, expenditure, and reporting align with University of Jos institutional governance standards.
TETFund Oversight & Reporting
The Centre submits regular performance and financial reports to TETFund, ensuring accountability at the national level.
Structured Documentation
Concept notes, proposals, and progress reports are maintained for all partnership agreements and funded activities.
Collaborate. Invest. Partner. Transform Food Systems.
The work of building resilient food systems is too important to do alone. TCoEFS is ready to formalise a partnership with you.