Hon. (AVM Rtd) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi’s recent inspection of the farm inputs initiative in Ogotun-Ekiti has sparked excitement in the community.
The project, aimed at empowering 32 individuals in Ekiti South West, involves nursing pepper at Ogbese farm and transplanting it to Ogotun. This initiative aligns with Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s agricultural revolution vision, which Hon. Ojuawo passionately supports.
*Empowering Youths through Agriculture*
Hon. Ojuawo emphasized his commitment to training youths in various means of better living, enabling them to feed their communities. “Agriculture is not just a means of livelihood but a pathway to economic empowerment,” he stressed ¹. This project is part of his efforts to promote community development and economic growth.
*Key Highlights of the Initiative*
– *Empowerment Through Agriculture*: 32 people in Ekiti South West will benefit from the project
– *Community Development*: 5-hectare farm, part of a 20-hectare land donated by the Ologotun of Ogotun
– *Economic Growth*: Focus on high-demand crops, starting with pepper, to enhance livelihoods and stimulate economic growth
– *Sustainable Agriculture*: Builds on Ogbese Empowerment Farm’s success, benefiting Ikere and Ise/Orun local governments
Hon. Ojuawo’s dedication to sustainable agriculture and community empowerment is evident in his previous initiatives, including the distribution of fertilizers to farmers in his constituency ². His efforts have been recognized as a significant step towards boosting food security and economic growth in the region ³.