Oyebanji's Agricultural Drive: Ekiti Govt Engages 56 Contractors for Farm Cluster Expansion.

Oyebanji's Agricultural Drive: Ekiti Govt Engages 56 Contractors for Farm Cluster Expansion.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

In a bold move to consolidate Ekiti State’s food security agenda, Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration has engaged 56 local contractors for large-scale land clearing in newly approved farm clusters.

The initiative, which falls under the first phase of the 2025 agricultural development program, is expected to fast-track food production and strengthen the state’s economy.

At a high-level meeting on Monday, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, led deliberations with the contractors, emphasizing the urgency of execution.

“Our priority is to ensure that farmers can maximize the government’s interventions in agriculture. The quicker we clear the land, the sooner farming activities can commence,” Boluwade stated.

With the addition of these 56 clusters, Ekiti State now boasts over 100 farm clusters, directly benefiting more than 5,000 farmers. The government aims to make every community a part of the agricultural revolution, positioning the state as a major food-producing hub in Nigeria.

Under Governor Oyebanji’s leadership, Ekiti has witnessed an aggressive push for food sufficiency, including policies on farm subsidies, improved seedlings, mechanized farming support, and access to financial aid for smallholder farmers.

Residents and agricultural stakeholders have praised Oyebanji’s administration for its commitment to ensuring food availability and affordability in the state. Many believe this latest intervention will not only boost food production but also drive down the cost of staple foods.

“Cluster farming holds the potential to improve smallholder farmers’ efficiency by leveraging economies of scale,” Boluwade added, reaffirming the administration’s determination to make Ekiti a model for agricultural excellence in Nigeria.

Governor Oyebanji’s visionary approach to agriculture continues to earn accolades, with experts lauding his focus on sustainable food production and economic empowerment. The state government remains resolute in its mission to make food abundance a reality for every Ekiti household.