GOVERNOR
Olusegun Mimiko has said that the sum of N2 billion has been earmarked for the
development of its agro business projects across the state.
He
spoke at the kick-off ceremony of cassava planting at Ore Agro Business City
(ABC), where he assured of his government's commitment to completely eradicate
poverty and unemployment through modern agriculture and harness the abundant
natural resources of the state for its rapid socio-economic development.
The ceremony
marked the commencement of clearing and cultivation of 1000 hectares for the
planting of Cassava, Maize and rice at the Ore ABC.
Dr.
Mimiko said government embarked on the clearing of 1000 hectares of land for
the cultivation of cassava maize and rice production, extensive irrigation
facility using the source of Oluwa river around the ABC to ensure provision of
water for all its activities and to provide not less than 20 bore holes spread
across and around the farm.
