Ekiti Government, L-PRES Move to Establish 30,000-Capacity Broiler Facility in Emure.

Ekiti Government, L-PRES Move to Establish 30,000-Capacity Broiler Facility in Emure.

Yesterday 19th of May, 2026, a delegation from the Ekiti State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, led by the Honourable Commissioner, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, paid a courtesy visit to the Elemure-in-Council under the leadership of His Royal Majesty, Oba James Babatunde Ajiboye (Otutubiosun I). Present alongside the Kabiyesi were notable chiefs and the Chairman of the Local Government, Hon. Tosin Adedayo. Accompanying the Commissioner was the Livestock Production and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) team, led by its Director, Mr. Olayinka Adedipe.

The visit was in fulfilment of the Ministry’s and L-PRES’ plan to establish three large-scale broiler production facilities in Ekiti State, to be located in Ado Ekiti, Ikole Ekiti, and Emure Ekiti. It's a semi-automated poultry pens that will include:

●an admin block 

● a security house 

● a warehouse 

● a weighing bridge. 

Already a poultry processing plant is already under construction in Ado to process birds from all the poultry hubs within the state.

The Livestock Production and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) is designed to improve livestock productivity, resilience, and commercialization of selected value chains, while strengthening the nation’s capacity to respond to crises and emergencies. The initiative is a partnership involving the World Bank, the Federal Government of Nigeria, and the Ekiti State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

Speaking during the visit, the Honourable Commissioner highlighted the significance of establishing a 30,000-capacity broiler production facility in Emure Ekiti, explaining that the project aligns with the vision of His Excellency Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s administration to combat hunger, create employment opportunities for youths, and stimulate economic activities within the community and across the state. It's planned to create jobs for more than 100 youths directly and 200 indirect jobs.

The Commissioner also commended the Kabiyesi for generously making available a large parcel of land for the project without conditions, assuring the government and project team of additional space should future expansion become necessary — a gesture he described as a demonstration of uncommon commitment to community development.

The contractor handling the project assured the Kabiyesi and the people of Emure that the facility would be delivered according to approved standards and specifications within the shortest possible timeframe.

While receiving the delegation, His Royal Majesty, Oba James Babatunde Ajiboye (Otutubiosun I), praised Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his commitment to the development of Emure, citing recent developmental projects executed within the palace and the community. The monarch further urged the contractor to remain true to his assurances and ensure the delivery of a standard, quality facility that would serve the interest of the community for years to come.

At the conclusion of the engagement, the Kabiyesi and the Honourable Commissioner led all delegations present to inspect the proposed expansive site earmarked for the execution of the project.

The proposed broiler production facility is expected to contribute significantly to food security, youth empowerment, employment generation, and economic growth in Emure Ekiti and Ekiti State as a whole.