Over the past decade, Nigeria has shown a relatively stable trend in the land area equipped for irrigation, maintaining a consistent value of 0.82 units of cropland from 2013 to 2019. A slight increase was observed starting in 2020 with the value rising to 0.83 units, and by 2023, it reached 0.84 units. The year-on-year variation in 2023 was 1.2%, up from the steady 0% in previous years, reflecting a modest but noticeable growth. The five-year CAGR stands at 0.48%, indicating a gradual increase over the last five years. Forecast data suggests continued growth, with the value expected to rise to 0.86 units by 2028, reflecting a forecasted five-year CAGR of 0.47% and an overall growth rate of 2.38%.
Future trends to watch for include potential investments in irrigation infrastructure, regulatory changes affecting agricultural practices, and environmental factors such as climate change which could further influence irrigation needs and capabilities. Monitoring technological advancements in irrigation systems could also provide insights into efficiency improvements and potential growth acceleration.