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S A’s Conference: Economic Meltdown Tops Agenda
The current global economic meltdown and it’s impart on the Nigerian State will top the agenda of the conference of Special Advisers which holds in Port Harcourt the Rivers State Capital today.
The Special Adviser to the Rivers State Governor on Parastatals, Hon. Botom Mittee said this in an interview with newsmen in his office in Port Harcourt.
Hon. Mittee who is also the protem national secretary National Conference of Specials Adviser said that topics such as: Management of Societal Pressure on Political office Holders, the Nigerian Experience and the Role of Special Advisers in state Governance, will also be disclosed.
Expected to attend the event according to him includes; the state Governor Rt Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi who will declare it open, while the chief host Hon. (Chief) Okey C. Amadi will present address.
Also speaking, the secretary of the conference planning committee, Hon. Okey Okirie said that Eminent Nigerians which includes, Barrister Ledom Mittee, Professor Queen Obinaju of the university of Akwa Ibom State, Professor Ozo Mekurie Ndimele of the University of Port Harcourt.
He also said that the event will provide opportunity for participants to brainstorm on some of the issues relating to the economic development of the state amongst others.
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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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