Nigeria, April 11 -- After 53 years of existence, Nigeria's Bank of Agriculture (BoA) stands at a critical crossroads. Once envisioned as the financial backbone of our agricultural revolution, the institution has been hampered by poor management, technological backwardness, and a workforce ill-equipped for modern agricultural financing. As the Federal Government grapples with funding agricultural development amid growing concerns about food security, the recent appointment of a new managing director offers a glimmer of hope for this vital institution.

The new leadership must implement a comprehensive turnaround strategy if the BoA is to fulfill its mandate of supporting Nigeria's agricultural sector and contributing meaningfully to our n...