Group of Cooperatives to Build 1,000 Houses each for Farmers in 36 States and FCT
A renowned agricultural cooperatives group, Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives in collaboration with the federal government has unfolded plans to build One thousand houses in each state for farmers across Nigeria.
The Yeye Oodua Agbaye of Ife Kingdom, Queen Hajarat Adeyeye disclosed the initiative to newsmen in Abuja.
Queen Adeyeye, who is the President, Global Mechanized Farmers Initiative Worldwide, stated that the measure would help raise the living conditions of Farmers in the country.
She explained that the surest way for Industrial development is through Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives, adding that the federal government under President Bola Tinubu administration has pledged total support for the housing project.
Queen Adeyeye, described Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives as a surest way for technological advancement and to ensure food security for the growing population in Nigeria.
The Yeye Oodua Agbaye of Ife Kingdom, Queen Hajarat Adeyeye, stated:
“With all these advantages and benefits in Agro Allied Commodities Cooperatives, Nigeria can soar high among the comity of nations of the World in no distant time”.
According to her, “90% of the total agricultural production comes from small holder Farmers, but agricultural services are not tailored towards the needs of small holder farmers in the country.
Queen Adeyeye explained that there is a need to improve implementation of different strategies that will bring significant improvement in agricultural productivity, increase farm related employment and incomes as well as promote better nutritional services at all levels.
“Consequently, for Nigeria to be great, it must start with a very strong foundation for Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives and services in the value chain system.
Queen Adeyeye, who is also the Group Managing Director, Agro-Allied Commodities and Service Producers Nigeria, explained that it is very important for the country to recognize the functions of Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives Services leading to what she called, “Agro-Preneurship” for national economic and global recognition.
She was joined by the new President, Agro Allied Commodities Cooperatives Services of Nigeria, Professor Williams Azuma Ijoma and other stakeholders in the Cooperatives Societies.
Eight Cooperative Societies and Companies are in partnership with the federal government through the Bank of Agriculture to provide palliatives for farmers in Nigeria.
Also Speaking, Professor Williams Ijoma stated that
in an effort to promote Africa’s heritage and reading culture, an international magazine,
Southern African Times, has birthed in Nigeria to achieve the goal.
He explained that the coming to Nigeria is strategic and marking a significant milestone in the publication’s seven-year history”.
Professor Ijoma quoted the Editor at Large, Mercy Gilbert, who is facilitating the expansion project, as saying that it is to strengthen the publication’s presence in the West African media landscape.
“The project, being executed in partnership with Naijoinfo News and the Global Migration Research Institute (GMRI), is aimed at tapping into Nigeria’s vast and dynamic market of 218.5 million people.
“This venture aligns with the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), promising substantial growth and development for Africa”.
“Our vision for Africa’s wealth is colossal as We believe in telling our own stories, our own way, and highlighting Africa’s rich culture”.
According to Professor Ijoma, “The digital segment is particularly promising, with the Digital Newspapers & Magazines market projected to reach a volume of US$258.20 million in 2025, while User penetration in this sector is expected to be at 13.8%, with the number of readers projected to reach 28.8 million users by 2029.
“The Nigerian market, however, is experiencing a significant shift towards digital platforms due to increased internet penetration and changing readers preferences.
He noted, “This expansion into Nigeria is not just a business move but a commitment to fostering African unity and showcasing the continent’s diverse heritage through