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Modernizing Nigeria's Abattoirs Through Digital Innovation

From ThisDay · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 'ABIS Digital Market Place' initiative aims to modernize Nigeria's protein supply chain using technology.
  • The project seeks to address inefficiencies in the livestock, meat, seafood, and poultry markets by connecting producers, processors, distributors, and consumers.
  • The initiative highlights the poor hygiene conditions in many Nigerian abattoirs and the need for upgrades to ensure safer food consumption.

The 'ABIS Digital Market Place' initiative is set to revolutionize Nigeria's protein supply chain by integrating technology to tackle long-standing inefficiencies. This digital ecosystem aims to create a secure, transparent, and efficient platform connecting producers, processors, distributors, businesses, and consumers.

Iliyasu Gashinbaki, Co-founder of ABIS, stated, "It is a digital ecosystem designed to connect producers, processors, distributors, businesses, and consumers through a secure, transparent, and efficient platform." He added, "We have already established an export-ready processing facility supported by a modern laboratory."

This initiative comes at a critical time, as concerns about the production, handling, and transportation of beef from abattoirs to points of sale in Nigeria are widespread. Many abattoirs operate under unhygienic conditions, with carcasses often prepared on dirty floors. The use of wheelbarrows, motorbikes, and rickety vehicles for transport, along with open-air burning of animal fur using firewood and tires, contributes to contamination and pollution.

It is a digital ecosystem designed to connect producers, processors, distributors, businesses, and consumers through a secure, transparent, and efficient platform.

— Iliyasu GashinbakiDescribing the ABIS Digital Market Place initiative.

While some states like Lagos have made efforts to upgrade their abattoirs, the situation remains dire in many other cities. The lack of basic amenities exacerbates the problem, leading to unsanitary practices. The initiative underscores the urgent need for change in how animal carcasses are handled, from slaughter to transportation, to ensure the health and safety of consumers.

The promoters of ABIS Digital Market Place are commended for their efforts to modernize the protein supply chain. Their focus on technology and hygiene aims to improve the quality and safety of food products available to Nigerians, potentially reducing reliance on imported goods and enhancing export capabilities.

We have already established an export-ready processing facility supported by a modern laboratory.

— Iliyasu GashinbakiHighlighting the infrastructure developed for the initiative.
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Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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