Lagos State Government has sealed a partnership with Niger State for enhancing food production and security.
This was announced in a post on the official X handle of the Lagos State Government on Thursday, March 7.
According to the Lagos Government, the two Governors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Lagos for a cooperation geared towards exploring their comparative advantages to facilitate constant supply of agricultural commodities for the end consumers.
Sanwo-Olu on his part said: “We have just put the pen to paper and signed the Government-to-Government agreement between Lagos and Niger states for agricultural production. Lagos, being the smallest State in terms of landmass, and Niger, being the largest State, is no coincidence that the biggest and the smallest are looking for opportunities to citizens of our both states to be the beneficiaries of this historic partnership.”
Bago on the other hand noted that: “This is a landmark agreement that has been made today. Lagos is the largest consumer of agricultural resources in the country based on its population, while Niger State has the largest agricultural land. So, this Memorandum of Understanding came on the heels of exploring the strength of each state to promote food security and safety.
“Niger State is to produce agricultural commodities for Lagos State, and also process staple food items. Lagos State is to leverage the organised market and supply chain to meet consumers’ demands. This is basically the simple explanation of the Memorandum of Understanding, which is in tandem with Mr. President’s food security agenda.”
Source: X | followlasg
