On Saturday, 4th of July, 2026, Olymptrade and Lagos Food Bank Initiative will execute the second phase of an ongoing partnership to advance food security in underserved communities by empowering women and youth in Agege community with soil, seeds, cages, chicks, snails, feed, feeders, and multivitamins to start their respective backyard farms to grow their own food for consumption and enterprise, through the Family Farming program.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
Agege is a densely populated, vibrant residential and commercial suburb in Lagos State, Nigeria, known for its deep-rooted history, Hausa and Yoruba mix, and as the home of the popular “Agege bread”. Originally known as “Ilú Àwọn Ageigi” (town of tree cutters) from the kola nut industry, it is a bustling, diverse community with key locations like Pen-Cinema, Dopemu, and Orile-Agege.
ABOUT OUR PARTNER:
Olymptrade is an international fintech brand established in 2014, serving users in more than 130 countries worldwide. The company focuses on making online trading more accessible through intuitive technology, comprehensive educational resources, and a strong user-centric approach. By combining market access with practical guidance, Olymptrade empowers individuals to make informed decisions and pursue their financial goals with confidence.
Beyond its core business, Olymptrade is committed to creating long-term value for the communities in which it operates. The company actively supports social initiatives that address local needs, including food assistance, healthcare support, community-focused humanitarian programs and financial literacy and education.
GOAL:
This outreach aims to empower women and youth in Agege community to start their backyard farms for consumption and enterprise.
OBJECTIVES:
To distribute start up materials like soil, seeds, cages, chicks, snails, feed, feeders, and multivitamins to women and youth in Agege community.
To promote sustainability in Agege community.
DATE: 4th July, 2026.
VENUE: Agege Community.
TARGET BENEFICIARIES: Resilient women and youth in Agege community.