The Food and Nutrition Science Laboratory (FNSL) unit of IITA–CGIAR commits to ensuring food and nutrition security on the continent by harnessing the potential of IITA mandate crops and underutilized legumes. This is coming at a critical time, as Africa’s wheat imports have been rising at an annual rate of 9%, with East and West Africa being the highest importers. The continent’s heavy reliance on wheat has increased the cost of wheat and its derived products, intensifying economic challenges.