By FRESHGIST
The Akwa Ibom State government has begun conversation with Turkish government on grounds of partnership to develop agriculture in the state.
The state Governor, His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno made this known during a courtesy visit to Hidayet Bayraktar, the ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Nigeria.
Eno also stated that agriculture was one of the areas of priority by his administration, adding that the state is willing and ready to partner with key players in the global agricultural sub-sector.
Recall, Turkey ranks high in agricultural production per hectare, and the government provides many opportunities and financial support for agri-business.
In Turkey, agriculture is one of the most important economic platforms that contribute to the growth of the country’s economy and it is a major producer of wheat, sugar, milk, poultry, cotton, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables, as well as apricots and hazelnuts for which it ranks as top producer in the world.
Governor Eno who was conducted round the Green House at the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey, assured the Ambassador that Akwa Ibom is one of the most peaceful states in the country and with large expands of arable land which, if maximally cultivated, could feed its people, the country and even more.
According to him, "Agriculture is our major focus, so we will like to work with you to achieve our goal on agricultural revolution; and I can assure you that you will enjoy Akwa Ibom State."
In his response, the Turkish Ambassador, Bayraktar applauded Governor Eno for the visit and assured him that his country would not hesitate to partner with the state government to achieve its aim of revolutionising the agricultural sector.
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