Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has called on residents to embrace agriculture to combat hunger, rather than engaging in protests.
He introduced the “Farm To Feed Campaign” in Amansea, located in Awka North, as a strategic initiative to address food scarcity and drive the state’s development.
Highlighting the proactive approach, Soludo praised the community for choosing constructive actions over protests, emphasizing that citizens are focusing on solutions despite widespread economic challenges.
He mentioned the distribution of over one million palm and coconut seedlings, with a goal of reaching ten million by the end of his tenure.
Soludo encouraged every citizen, including public servants, to participate in farming, suggesting that increased local food production could alleviate the pressure on food prices.
He urged the community to utilize available land for cultivation, stressing the importance of turning challenges into opportunities.
Supporting Soludo’s initiative, the Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Somtochukwu Udeze, commended the governor’s efforts in promoting agriculture to enhance food security and economic growth.
Udeze likened Soludo’s agricultural policies to those of the late Dr. Michael Okpara, noting the significant impact of agriculture on the region’s economy during Okpara’s time.
Udeze also called on wealthy individuals to invest in agricultural projects to further support Soludo’s vision and assured that the State Legislature would back the agricultural revolution through relevant legislation.
