Oye Ekiti is poised to emerge as the food basket of the Southwest region, following a strategic partnership with the Hungarian Government aimed at boosting agriculture and food processing.
Speaking at the Agro-Allied Summit held at Fasina Hall, Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), the Hungarian Ambassador, Otunba Omotunde Komolafe, emphasized the importance of community involvement in the initiative.
The summit was part of the ongoing launch of the Oye-Budapest Agricultural Partnership, a collaboration expected to drive sustainable development and economic growth in Oye Ekiti and its environs.
Otunba Komolafe reaffirmed Hungary’s commitment to supporting plantation development and establishing feed mills that would enhance agricultural productivity in the area.
On his part, the President of the Think Thank Group, Chief Duro Kuteyi, lauded the initiative and expressed optimism that the people of Oye Ekiti are ready to embrace the opportunities it presents, noting that the town is on the verge of witnessing remarkable development that will transform its economic landscape.
Some of the guest speakers at the event urged the youth to change the prevailing perception that agriculture is a sector meant only for the poor, emphasising that agriculture is a pathway to wealth creation and national development for those with vision and innovation.
The summit featured an interactive session where participants asked questions and received clarifications on various aspects of the partnership.
Dignitaries present at the event included the Oloye of Oye Ekiti Kingdom, HRM Oba Oluwole Ademolaju, high chiefs, agricultural stakeholders, farmer groups, and students from agricultural institutions across Oye and Ekiti State.
