By Gabriel Ewepu

ABUJA – IN a bid to change the narrative in non-oil exports, the National Cashew Association of Nigeria, NCAN, yesterday, disclosed readiness to revolutionize the cashew industry as international partners moves in.

The National President, NCAN, Dr Joseph Ajanaku, in a statement signed by him, made it known that the Association has put in place mechanism to unlock the cashew industry while speaking on the change of venue for the 4th Edition of the Nigerian Cashew Day, scheduled to hold from January 22nd–24th 2026, which was earlier scheduled to take place at the State House Banquet Hall, will now hold at the Shehu Musa Ya’Adua Centre.

Ajanaku said: “We sincerely regret any inconvenience this adjustment may cause and kindly request the understanding of all participants.

“We wish to assure Nigerians and our international partners that the conference remains fully on course and is strategically positioned to open new vistas for the growth and transformation of the Nigerian cashew industry.

“The interest of Nigeria and the collective advancement of the cashew sector remain our utmost priority.

“The National Executive in collaboration with all State Executives, is fully aligned and committed to delivering a landmark conference that will signal a new beginning for the cashew industry.

“This event is expected to drive meaningful reforms and create lasting value for the sector in the months ahead.

“The 2026 Nigerian Cashew Day Conference will serve as a catalyst for meeting the aspirations of cashew farmers, processors, exporters, investors, and development partners, while strengthening collaboration across the value chain.”