Members of the Ondo State Farmers’ Congress have declared their help for Governor Fortunate Aiyedatiwa forward of subsequent week’s gubernatorial election.
The endorsement got here in the course of the unveiling of the N10 billion mixed-use housing mission and the inauguration of recent government members of the congress on Friday on the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure.
Tons of of farmers from throughout the 18 native authorities areas of the state expressed their help for Governor Aiyedatiwa’s management and his influence on the agricultural sector within the state.
In his deal with, the president of the Ondo State Farmers’ Congress, Monilari Abayomi, lauded the governor for his dedication to agriculture, notably his insurance policies which have fostered progress and innovation amongst farmers.
Abayomi highlighted a number of achievements of the administration, together with the current institution of one in every of Africa’s largest goat breeding amenities, which have positioned Ondo State as a pacesetter in sustainable animal farming and created job alternatives throughout the state.
He additional emphasised the significance of the N10 billion mixed-use housing mission unveiled on the occasion, designed to offer important infrastructure corresponding to neighborhood facilities and coaching amenities to help farmers and enhance productiveness.
Abayomi additionally introduced the congress’ dedication to mobilising 150,000 votes for Governor Aiyedatiwa, expressing confidence that his full time period in workplace would guarantee continuity and additional growth of Ondo’s agricultural sector.
In his response, Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed his appreciation for the farmers’ endorsement, affirming his administration’s deep respect for the agricultural neighborhood.
He acknowledged the important position that farmers play in meals safety and sustaining the economic system and guaranteed them that their efforts would by no means be taken with no consideration.
Governor Aiyedatiwa elaborated on his administration’s dedication to supporting the sector, emphasising ongoing rural-urban street tasks throughout the three senatorial districts, which purpose to enhance farmers’ entry to markets and ease the transportation of produce.