A group of rural farmers in the state of Kwara, under the auspices of the Millennium United Rural Farmers Foundation (MURF), praised efforts of the state government destined to revitalize agriculture and deepen rural development.
A declaration of the farmers, through its national president, Aremu Shuaib Alaweye, said that such government efforts, made through the provision of infrastructure and the environment by enabling the farmers and rural inhabitants had helped reinforce growth and the Sustainable economic development.
The group, which praised government efforts in the distribution of agricultural inputs in 2024 through NAGS-AP, also identified other initiatives provided to farmers in the groups of local government areas of Kaiama, Baruten, Moro, ASA, Edu, Patigi and Ifelodun, etc, etc, etc, etc. .
“We also congratulate the Government for supporting us with tractors, extension and facilitation services of private investments to the state of Kwara,” Alawue said, and added that two investors, Amo Byng and Gbemtan, were attracted to overcoming the soybeans in the state of Kwara to promote rural development to boost rural development. and food security.
However, although it praised the Government for its investments and achievements of 2024 in agricultural and rural development, the group urged the Government to double its investments in 2025 to further accelerate agricultural and rural development for sustainable growth and economic development.
“These investments will boost and reinforce the efficient opportunities of agriculture, production, food security, employment and employment for our young people and women full, improved commercial and economic activities through the agricultural value chain,” he said.
Also speaking, the National Coordinator and Secretary of the Group, Mr. Akeem Adio, praised the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oordentoyosi Thomas for their contributions to the revitalization of agriculture and rural development.
“She directs the ministry very well and we are proud of her humility, integrity, hard work, intelligent work and exceptional commitment to productivity and excellence.
“She facilitated many federal government support services, the state government, international partners and private investors to accelerate agricultural and rural development in the State.
“She has written her gold name in the Ministry Registry as a successful administrator”
The NGO praised the clusters in Apatalaje, GBAJIBO, MOSHE-GOFO, GWASERA, IDE APA and BASIC PRODUCTS ASSOCIATIONS; Afan, Facan and particularly the Nigerian Association for its dedication to agricultural development.
The NGO praised Dr. Bello, State Director, Federal Ministry of Agriculture, perm. And directors of the State Ministry of Agriculture, ADP, for support.
He also recognized the contributions of the following institutions: CBN, Nirsal PLC, Nirsal MFB, Boi, Basin of the Niger River, Armty, NCAM, Kwara State Police Command, NSCDC, Army, DSS, etc.
The Foundation also appreciated the traditional rulers under the presidency of Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari, CFR for their paternal roles in supporting the farmers and the government in the impulse of the revolution of agricultural and rural development in their communities.
The emirs of Kaiama, Alhaji Muazu Umar, Kiyaru III, Emir de Yashikira, Seriki Rahi of Gbajibo and Lick Baani were also appreciated for making their communities attractive to agriculture and investments.
He said that the non -governmental organization is committed to promoting green revolution, food security and poverty relief through the development and empowerment of rural farmers.