Wale Jagun
Farmers in Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA), under the aegis of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Imota chapter, joined others across the 57 council areas in Lagos State, to exhibit their farm produce and other products at the Lagos Fair which is part of the annual Eko World Food Day.
The fair, which was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, in partnership with the Agriculture and Social Services Departments, across the 57 Local Council Areas and Local Council Development Areas in the state, was held at Police College Ground, Ikeja, on Thursday.
This year’s celebration was themed, ‘Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future’, underscored the importance of food in uniting people, nourishing society and fostering a better future.
The event, which aligned with the THEMES Plus Agenda of the Governor of the state, Mr Babajide Sanwo -Olu, offered farmers a platform to share ideas which foster economic growth. It also afforded them the opportunity to get immediate feedback from residents that attended the fair, and other farmers.
In a statement by the Imota LCDA, it said that farmers from the council area participated in the fair to showcase a variety of agricultural products, with the event providing them with an opportunity to network and connect with other farmers and potential clients for future collaborations.
The team of farmers from the rural council was led by Mr. Bakare Sikiru Olukayode, Head of Agriculture and Social Service Department, who noted that their participation highlighted the commitment of Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele’s administration to achieve food sufficiency, maintain a clean environment, and promote community well-being.
He added that the effort aims to build a zero-hunger community in Imota LCDA — one plate, one farm, one community at a time.
Bakare encouraged the farmers from Imota LCDA, to take advantage of the countless opportunities presented at the exhibition.
“Our farmers can use this opportunity to develop innovative marketing strategies for their products. This exhibition serves as a valuable platform for farmers to thrive, empower them with the necessary resources needed to succeed in today’s competitive market”, he said.
The statement also added that the participation of farmers at the fair underscores the aim of the council chairman, Hon. Sunday Benson, at supporting farmers to achieve food security and sustainability.
“The participation emphasized the council’s commitment to food security, sustainable farming, community well-being, and nutrition for a healthier nation, all supported by the visionary leadership of Executive Chairman, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele.
“This initiative reflects his administration’s dedication to supporting farmers in advancing their entrepreneurial ventures, and connecting more effectively with potential clients”.
