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Abia State Governor plans agricultural push to become net exporter

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Alex Otti announced plans to use Abia State's agricultural potential to drive industrialization and achieve food self-sufficiency, aiming for the state to be a net exporter of agricultural produce. He urged Presco Plc, a Nigerian agro-industrial company, to begin a proposed investment at the Ulonna Farm Settlement in Umuahia. Otti also established a steering committee, which he will head, to identify agricultural commodities where Abia State has a comparative advantage.

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The initiative aims to transform agriculture into a major driver of economic growth in Abia State. The steering committee will recommend necessary investments, infrastructure, and technological innovations to develop these commodities into commercially viable enterprises.

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Who's involved

  • Alex OttiState Governor leading the executive administration and development agenda of Abia State
  • Abia StateState where Alex Otti serves as Governor and is driving industrialization plans
  • Michael Okpara University of Agriculture UmudikeUniversity included in the steering committee to develop the agricultural framework
  • UmuahiaLocation targeted for major agricultural investment at Ulonna Farm Settlement

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  • Abia StateSpeculative

    Abia State might see increased agricultural exports contributing to national economic growth in Nigeria.

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