The Executive Director of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Dr Patrick Adebola, has expressed concern over the neglect of the agricultural sector in Nigeria, particularly cash crop production and value chain development. He believes that Nigeria has the potential to surpass Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire in cocoa production with the right resources and regulations. Adebola also stressed the importance of reviving moribund cocoa processing firms and bringing back commodity boards to fund research and facilitate inputs. During his tenure, Adebola has focused on uniting stakeholders, clearing backlogs, and reviving the culture of research at CRIN. The institution has also established the best cocoa flavour laboratory in West Africa, thanks to a partnership with the World Cocoa Foundation.