- Aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Dr. Opeifa emphasized that the NRC is committed to supporting every state in the federation and businesses engaged in productive ventures aimed at reducing the cost of goods.
- Sammy Adigun, Chairman of Niger Foods, emphasized that the Niger State government is working diligently to finalize a partnership with the NRC, recognizing its significance for the safe transportation of farm produce.
- The NRC Boss commended Oniru of Iruland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II for his contributions to revolutionizing agriculture not only in Lagos but throughout Nigeria, highlighting the Palace of Oniru as a welcoming environment for all.
The Niger State Government, led by Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, known as the “Farmer Governor,” is continuing discussions with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to establish a solid partnership for the safe transportation of food items within Nigeria by rail.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that a meeting between Governor Bago, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, the Managing Director of NRC, and His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, took place at the Palace of the Oniru of Iruland.
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The Governor expressed the Niger State’s commitment to food security initiatives and the belief that a partnership with the NRC will significantly boost these efforts.
He noted that logistical difficulties have long been a major challenge in post-harvest activities, but the collaboration with NRC could help address these issues.
Aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Dr. Opeifa emphasized that the NRC is committed to supporting every state in the federation and businesses engaged in productive ventures aimed at reducing the cost of goods.
He cited Niger Foods Limited, under the agricultural initiative of the Farmer Governor, as a prime example of such efforts.
Dr. Opeifa reaffirmed the NRC dedication to ensuring food items are delivered to their destinations at reasonable prices and in optimal condition.
He said this commitment is aimed at supporting the Federal Government’s food security agenda and enhancing the overall efficiency of the agricultural sector.
He also expressed his personal dedication to the project, pledging to collaborate closely with Niger Foods Limited to achieve all established targets.
The NRC Boss commended Oniru of Iruland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II for his contributions to revolutionizing agriculture not only in Lagos but throughout Nigeria, highlighting the Palace of Oniru as a welcoming environment for all.
The Monarch reiterated his support to the Niger State government to actualize the Food Security initiative under the Renewed Hope agenda of President Tinubu.
The Lagos Monarch revealed that he has held multiple meetings with key stakeholders in the agricultural sector to discuss strategies for the success of Niger Foods Limited and its potential benefits for Lagos State.
Among those he has consulted are Sammy Adigun, Chairman of Niger Foods, and Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.
He expressed confidence in the abilities of Sammy Adigun, describing him as audacious, resourceful, and capable of supporting the agricultural initiatives of the Farmer Governor.
Sammy Adigun, Chairman of Niger Foods, emphasized that the Niger State government is working diligently to finalize a partnership with the NRC, recognizing its significance for the safe transportation of farm produce.
Adigun expressed optimism that, within a few months, train services between Minna and Lagos would be established.
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Recall that some months ago, the Niger State government’s earlier efforts to open discussions with the NRC, with the aim of establishing a partnership that would provide support to mitigate post-harvest losses associated with logistics and other factors.
