By Kanu Samuel
The Chairman of Akure North Local Government, Hon.Johnson Ogunbolude, has launched a Cocoa Revolution Programme aimed at empowering farmers and boosting agricultural production across the council area.
The initiative, which forms part of the chairman’s campaign promises, involves the cultivation and distribution of improved cocoa seedlings to farmers in Akure North Local Government Area.
Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Hon. Ogunbolude expressed satisfaction with the progress of the programme and urged beneficiaries to make effective use of the improved seedlings to enhance cocoa production and strengthen the local economy.
According to him, agriculture remains a key driver of economic development and the council is committed to supporting farmers through policies and programmes that increase productivity and improve livelihoods.
As part of the event, the chairman also visited a tomato farm within the locality, where he inspected ongoing agricultural activities and participated in the harvesting of tomatoes.
Dignitaries present at the ceremony included the Supervisory Councillor for Agriculture, Hon. Jenyo Martins; the Supervisory Councillor for Works, Mrs Adufe; the Head of Local Government Administration; and the Director of the Department of Agriculture, Mr Owolabi, among others.
In his remarks, Mr Owolabi commended the chairman for what he described as significant achievements in the agricultural sector.
He assured stakeholders that the Department of Agriculture would continue to work diligently to ensure the success of government initiatives designed to promote agricultural development in the area.
The Cocoa Revolution Programme is expected to increase cocoa cultivation, improve farmers’ incomes and contribute to broader agricultural growth within Akure North Local Government.
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