By Oyem Jonathan
The Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government , Hon.( Pastor) Jude Chukwunwike, has urged farmers to take full advantage of the Farmers Empowerment Programme to enhance food production and boost the state’s food security.
Speaking to over 100 beneficiaries during the empowerment event, Chukwunwike noted that the initiative spearheaded by his administration is a clear reflection of the government’s genuine commitment to reviving agriculture and ensuring local markets are consistently supplied with affordable, quality produce. He also noted that the programme is a fulfillment of his campaign promise to prioritize agriculture and empower farmers.
“Our goal is simple but powerful — to ensure every household has access to affordable food, grown locally. We must eat what we produce and produce what we eat,” the chairman declared. “This programme equips our farmers with the tools, resources, and support they need to make that goal a reality.”
Chairman Aniocha South LGC
He reiterated his administration’s dedication to sustaining agricultural support, aligning the initiative with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the MORE Agenda of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori.
“This empowerment is not just about today; it’s about creating a future where our farmers thrive, our economy flourishes, and hunger becomes a thing of the past,” he added.
The items distributed to beneficiaries included essential farm implements such as files, hoes, machetes, knapsack sprayers, and a cash support of ₦100,000 per farmer, among other items aimed at improving productivity and livelihood.
The event drew a host of dignitaries and stakeholders from across the state, including: Hon. Smart Ijeoma Ufoh, Delta State Commissioner for Technical Education; Hon. Emmanuel Sorokwu, Executive Assistant to the Governor and former Aniocha South Council Chairman and Hon. Joe Adigwe, former Transition Council Chairman.
Others are; Hon Patricia Ekwutozam Adolue , Vice Chairman, Aniocha South Council; Hon. Leonard Nzemeke , Leader, Legislative Arm and Hon. Prince Tony K Ebube, Secretary to the Local Government Council.
Also present at event were Hon. Pius Okonjo, Director General, Team JC Support Group; Hon. Joseph Modeme, SSA to the Governor; Hon. Emmanuel Mafiana, Executive Assistant to the Governor; Hon. Abu Ndekwu, Hon. David Omah, Hon. Ogidi and Hon. Paul Brown Ezeiwenwe.
Hon. Martin Okocha, Hon. Fidelis Okpunor, Hon. Patrick Elo Maduemezie, Hon. Onyeka Blessing Mordi, Hon. Frank Ikeagunachi, Hon. Timothy Nwandi, Hon. Ubaga Hilary, Sir Peter Okwe, Mrs. Beauty Odimegwu, Chief Major Enujeko, Hon. Tony Onyeisi Anukwu among many others were also present.
Functionaries and leaders present also included; the Executive Secretary of the Local Government Education Authority, Dr. Jones Ofunne, Hon. John Okafor, Mrs. Ann Orumade, Sir Nnamdi Okozi, Hon. Pauline Chidi, local government supervisors, HPM, appointees, and various functionaries of government.
The event marked a significant milestone in Hon. Chukwunwike’s administration and reaffirms his commitment to inclusive governance, sustainable development, and agricultural transformation in Aniocha South.
