The Ekiti State Government has rolled out fresh agricultural and infrastructural investments worth over ₦11.5 billion, signaling a bold step to strengthen food security, youth empowerment, and economic growth.
The approvals were confirmed on Wednesday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, following the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Biodun Oyebanji.
In agriculture, ₦86.1 million was allocated for the construction of six poultry pens across the three senatorial districts. Each facility, designed with a 2,000-bird capacity, is expected to be delivered within six weeks.
The initiative aims to expand the Ekiti Broiler Production Scheme, which currently operates in Efon, Irepodun/Ifelodun, Emure, and Ikere LGAs, with a focus on engaging more youths in livestock farming.
Olatunbosun explained that the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model adopted by the government has already delivered jobs and entrepreneurial training to over 150 youths, while also boosting poultry production and processing.
The council also approved ₦299.9 million to strengthen the Ekiti Broilers Production Scheme for Youth Empowerment (EBOPS), and ₦638.1 million for furnishing and equipping dormitories at farm clusters under the “Bring Back Our Youths to Agriculture” initiative.
To further support farmers, ₦70 million was earmarked for recapitalizing the Fountain Agricultural Marketing Agency (FAMA), enabling it to provide affordable agrochemicals directly to farmers.
Beyond agriculture, the council approved ₦3 billion for aviation staff quarters at the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport. The project, to be handled by CCECC Nigeria Limited, will deliver 40 housing units alongside road infrastructure and waste management facilities.
Additionally, ₦7 billion was approved for the rehabilitation of the Ikogosi–Ipole–Efon Alaaye Road. The 24-month project will cover earthworks, drainage, pavement, and asphalt laying to enhance transportation and security for communities along the corridor.
Governor Oyebanji reaffirmed that agriculture remains the backbone of his administration’s economic agenda, stressing that the new investments would ensure food security, create jobs, and attract agribusiness partnerships.
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