February 18, 2025

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C’River Rejigs Focus On Agric For Survival

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Apart from its gains from tourism, the Cross River State government is also investing heavily on agriculture as an alternative source of survival.  

The governor, Senator Bassey Otu said while receiving a joint delegation from the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) and the Republic of Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) at the Glass House, Government House, Calabar that his government was serious about rejiging its policy on agriculture.

Represented by his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, Otu emphasized the pivotal role of agriculture in the state’s economic agenda. He outlined ongoing efforts to strengthen agricultural practices, boost productivity, and attract investments in the sector.

“Our administration is deliberate and strategic in shaping agricultural policies. We recognize agriculture as a key driver of food security, youth employment, and economic growth. This is why we are committed to building partnerships that enhance capacity and deliver sustainable benefits to our people.

In his remarks, Mr. Tofiq Braiman, the team leader and representative of FAO’s Country Representative to Nigeria, commended the Cross River State Government for its collaborative efforts toward advancing agricultural development and improving livelihoods.

He noted that the FAO, in partnership with the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), is working to develop critical agricultural value chains to foster youth employment, empower women, and uplift Cross Riverians.

Braiman further expressed FAO and KOICA’s readiness to collaborate with Cross River State in implementing innovative and strategic agricultural programs, which seek improve crop production and agricultural practices as well as improving the socioeconomic status of the state’s residents.

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