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RSG Partners Korean Govt On New City Dev
The investment drive of the Rivers State Government is already yielding positive results, as the Republic of Korea has expressed readiness to collaborate with the state government in the development of infrastructure for the Greater Port Harcourt City.
This follows a commitment made by the Korean Ambassador to Nigeria, Noh Kyu Duke during an official working visit to the Administrator of Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority, Ambassador Desmond Akawor, yesterday.
The meeting afforded both teams the opportunity to explore investment possibilities, especially in the new city development.
Speaking at the meeting, Duke hinted that the partnership will lead to the delivery of sustainable economic development in the areas of power, transport and logistics as well as housing for job creation.
The Korean ambassador thanked the administrator for the hard work the authority was doing to ensure that World-class infrastructure facilities are in place at the new city, and added that the Korean Government was ready to support the realisation of the dreams of the new city.
In his remarks, Akawor reassured the Korean delegation of the state government’s willingness to partner with investors in developing Rivers State.
He added that the Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority (GPHCDA) has the mandate of building a new city with modern infrastructure, to decongest the old city of Port Harcourt.
Akawor said that the achievement of the objective will facilitate the improvement in the living standards of people, and thanked the ambassador for the preparedness of the Korean Government to partner Rivers State Government to improve infrastructure in the state.
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FCTA, Others Chart Path To Organic Agriculture Practices
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and other stakeholders have charted path to improved organic agriculture practices nationwide.
At a 2024 national organic and agroecology business summit held recently in Abuja, stakeholders took turn to speak on the additional areas of promoting the practices.
The Mandate Secretary, FCT Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat (ARDS), Lawan Geidam, advocated for sustainable practice to develop resilient food systems that will benefit people.
The event, with the theme,”Towards Policies for Upscaling Organic Agroecological Businesses in Nigeria”, is aimed at fostering growth in the organic agriculture sector.
Geidam, who was represented by the Acting Director, Agric Services, in the Secretariat, Mr. Ofili Bennett, emphasised the success of organic and agroecological farming, reling on the active involvement of farmers, businesses and consumers.
He reassured attendees that the FCT Administration, led by the Minister, Nyesom Wike, and Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, remains dedicated to supporting initiatives that enhance the livelihood of residents.
Geidam described the partnership between the Secretariat and the organic and Agroecology initiative for a monthly exhibition and sale of organic products in the FCTA premises as a testament to this commitment.
“The ARDS remains committed to driving policies and initiatives that align with national goals and global standards”, Geidam said.
On her part, the Chairperson of Organic and Agroecology Initiative, Mrs. Janet Igho, urged residents to embrace healthy eating habits to sustain a good lifestyle. She stressed the importance of adopting organic practices, highlighting the benefits of going organic, growing organic and consuming organic products.
Igho expressed her optimism regarding the Agricultural Revival Programmes as articulated in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda”, which aims at fostering food and nutrition security.
She also extended her gratitude to ARDS for graciously allocating a space in the FCTA premises for the exhibition and sale of organic products, noting that the platform has been effectively used to advance the promotion of organic agriculture in FCT.
Igho outlined several benefits of organic agriculture which includes improved soil health, increased biodiversity, availability nutritious and healthy food and a reduced carbon footprint.
Stakeholders at the summit, underscored the critical need for enhanced private sector involvement and robust capacity building initiatives for farmers.
They highlighted the importance of implementing supportive policies to foster the growth of the organic agriculture sector.
In the light of the significant challenges facing Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, stakeholders decided that organic agricultural practices present sustainable solutions and a pathway for a more resilient and productive farming systems.
The three-day summit featured exhibitions showcasing organic foods, fruits, vegetables and fertilizers, providing an opportunity for residents to better appreciate the benefits of production and consumption of organic agricultural products.
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