Oyelaran-Oyeyinka Oyebanji

Prof. Oyebanji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka is a prominent Nigerian economist and academic known for his expertise in industrialization and agricultural development. Currently serving as the Senior Special Adviser on Industrialisation to the President of the African Development Bank, he has played a pivotal role in the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) initiative, which aims to revolutionize Nigeria's agricultural sector and enhance economic growth. His extensive research and practical experience in industrial clusters have contributed significantly to the design and implementation of the SAPZ model, which seeks to empower smallholder farmers, attract private investment, and improve food security in Nigeria.