By Flowerbudnews
The Enugu State Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation, Mr Patrick Ubru, has felicitated with Gov. Peter Mbah on his 53 birthday, while reeling out his sterling initiatives and accomplishments in agriculture and agro-industrialisation sector.
Ubru, while congratulating Gov. Mbah on Monday in Enugu, told newsmen that the governor’s visionary leadership over the past 22 months in Enugu State had sparked transformative reforms across various sectors particularly in agriculture and agro-industrialisation sector.
He noted that from the moment Mbah assumed office, his commitment to the development of the state especially in agriculture and the people returning back to farms had been unshaken.
“Your (Gov. Mbah) swift action in paying all outstanding counterparts funding for donor-assisted projects (IFAD, ATASP-1, L-Press, RAAMP etc), have ensured that Enugu State remains on the path of sustainable growth and development.
“Your desire and commitment to reaching out to communities through the FADAMA project is commendable, as it has provided essential farm inputs, assets for value addition and access roads to farmlands.
“This initiative has significantly enhanced the livelihoods of countless families across our state, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and community resilience.
“Under Your Excellency’s guidance, initiatives such as the Enugu State Agricultural Land Bank and the Farm Estate Programme have laid a solid foundation for sustainable agricultural growth,” he said.
Ubru also lauded Mbah for the revitalisation of moribund agricultural assets and the establishment of the tractor assembly and services centre, adding: “These are monumental strides toward empowering our farmers and boosting productivity.”
He said that Mbah’s commitment to innovation is evident in the adoption of greenhouse technology and the fish cluster model, which would open new avenues for agri-businesses in the state.
“The Enugu State Cocoa Development Initiative and the establishment of Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones across our three senatorial districts is a show of your dedication to enhancing food security and creating job opportunities.
“Moreover, your efforts in rehabilitating the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation have significantly strengthened our capacity to serve the people of the Enugu State.
“The distribution of essential farm inputs and the training of over 10,000 youths and women in various agri-businesses have not only uplifted livelihoods but have also fostered a culture of entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency,” he added.
On the birthday, the commissioner felicitated with Gov. Mbah, adding; “On behalf of my family, staff and the entire team at the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation, we extend our warmest wishes to Your Excellency.
“As we celebrate you today, we acknowledge your unwavering commitment to driving progress and prosperity in Enugu State. May this year bring you continued strength and wisdom as you lead us toward even greater achievements.
“Happy birthday, Your Excellency Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and wishing you many more years of impactful leadership and transformative projects,” he added.
