How We Intend To Revitalise Agriculture – Wike

The Rivers State Government has announced its plan to revitalise agriculture and empower rural farmers.
The state governor, Chief Nyesom Wine gave the hint during his budget presentation to the State Assembly, saying the state plans to use the agro sector to improve security through job and wealth creation.
According to Wike, a proposed 16billion budget is earmarked to boost the sector.
He explained that with the injection of funds, the agric sector will be stimulated, as there is expected to be direct participation from citizens in agricultural activities.
The governor was of the view that with huge water and land resources available in the state, the agric sector will be revamped and made attractive.
Besides that, he said 0ver N4billion has been earmarked for youth’s empowerment.
The essence of the youth empowerment scheme, he stated is to latch on different sectors such as agriculture to give value to the future generation.
On the aspect of women empowerment, Chief Wike said N3.4 billion has been budgeted for them, so as to give them leverage in tapping opportunities in the polity.
Meanwhile, Speaker of the Assembly, Rt Hon Ikuiyi- Owaji Ibani has commended the governor for his prudence and utilisation of state funds effectively.
He said so far, the state budget over the years has performed well in adding value to the citizenry and smooth governance.

By: Kevin Nengia