Presently, Lagos State Government has decided to enter into partnership to boost stares through agriculture.
In line with the initiative, the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Produce-for-Lagos initiative.
The initiative which is said to be a long-term partnership between the two states whereby Niger will be expected to produce food items (Paddy, Tubers, Legumes, Grains etc) and Lagos will be a major organised market (offtaker).
The farmers in Niger will have a ready market for their produce while Lagos residents can be assured of availability and price stability of food items.
According to Sanwo-Olu, the MoU will bring about opportunities that will enhance food security and sufficiency in Lagos. It will also provide opportunities that would benefit both states, the governor added.
During the signing of the MoU, Governor Bago in his remark said, the MoU is a collaboration for Niger State to produce and process for Lagos. He thanked President Bola Tinubu for his efforts at encouraging partnership between states.
Commissioner for Agriculture Abisola Olusanya said the partnership is to ensure adequate food security while serving as a catalyst for production and market for farmers. She restated the commitment to partner other states.