Ondo State Government Takes Measures to Enhance Food Security and Employment Opportunities

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The Ondo State Government, led by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, is taking measures to enhance food security and create employment opportunities for its citizens. The government has deployed military officers to the Ala area in Akure North Local Government Area, where some herders allegedly attacked and killed some farmers. The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Agriculture and Agric business, Mr Rotim Akinsola, said the government is working to ensure the safety of farmers and create a conducive environment for farming. The administration is also implementing the sanatorium farms system to encourage youths to pursue careers in agriculture.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ondo State Government has deployed 22 military officers to the Ala area to secure the place and enable farmers to work without fear or intimidation.
  • The government aims to encourage youths to pursue careers in agriculture by implementing the sanatorium farms system.
  • The current administration has created employment opportunities for youths in farming through Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's policy on agribusiness.
  • The government is facing challenges with land encroachment, with 16 forest reserves and a need for private land to accommodate investors.
  • The government is working to deter criminal Fulanis from hiding on the cleared land, making it safe for farmers to work.

Statistics:

  • 22 military officers have been deployed to the Ala area to secure the land.
  • 16 forest reserves in the state need to be utilised effectively.
  • The government aims to create employment opportunities for youths in farming through the sanatorium farms system.
  • The Ala area has experienced attacks by herders, allegedly killing some farmers.

Sources:

  • The Ondo State Government (no specific date mentioned)
  • Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (no specific date mentioned)
  • Mr Rotim Akinsola, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Agriculture and Agric business (no specific date mentioned)