“We would invest in agriculture by attracting investors, empowering farmers and opening up the rural economy of the state,” said the governor.
“It requires political will, investment, and a commitment to the welfare of our people. It’s about ensuring that no one goes to bed hungry..,” Mr Jonathan stressed.
Mr Shettima assured investors that Nigeria was open for partnership.
This, Mr Utsev said, would strengthen the partnership and create an opportunity for knowledge sharing.
An initial $520 million had already been voted by the development partners for the development of eight special agro-industrial processing zones in the country.
She urged the farmers to make good use of the facilities provided by the Lagos APPEALS project.
He said that the commission would train most of the youths in agriculture and technology.
The 54 new tractors were distributed with complete implements, such as tipping trailers, ridgers, harrows and ploughs.
“They are in a hurry to sell to foreign buyers.”
“So as we examine opportunities to build green economic pathways, we need to keep in mind that most of the world’s natural resources are in Africa.”
