To enhance the efficient work for farmers and to improve the agricultural sector in the state, Engr David Ayodele Asalu in conjunction with Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRAIN) on Tuesday empowered 132 farmers in some selected communities in Ejigbo local government area of Osun State.
The empowerment programme held at the Farmers Secretariat where the selected ones were empowered with Knab Sack, Sprayer, Herbicides, pesticides and other items.
While speaking with the Newsmen, Asalu said one does not have to be in any political position before one can make impact in the lives of others.
He said “being or not being in any political position does not stop him from empowering the neddy. The fact is that I wanted to represent my Federal Constituency and which I didn’t make it to that position. I believe whatever you do as an individual, God will definitely provide for you in other dimensions”.
He advised the beneficiaries to use the products in their farms and to improve productivity.
Hon. Ibrahim Taiwo, candidate of the All Progressives Congress for Ejigbo State Constituency, commended Asalu for what he described as philanthropic gesture.
“No famers, no nation, we are all the important of famers in the nation, and he’s very important to empower the farmers” he said. He prayed Almighty Allah continue to assist him.
One of the beneficiaries who spoke with the news men, Ajayi Mathew Akinwale commended and appreciated Asalu for the great initiative.
“He said despite the inflation in the country, Asalu was able to give Argo-chemical and other products used in the farmers in the community”
He added that members of the public should also applauded his deed for the community.