The chairman of Nkanu East Local Government Area in Enugu State, Hon. Sydney Okechukwu Edeh, has announced his administration’s plan to establish farm estates across all 14 political wards in the council area.
Hon. Edeh, who also serves as the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Enugu chapter made this commitment on Tuesday, 10th February 2025, during an on-site assessment of the Amafor Ugbawka Ward Farm Estate Project at Uhuona, Ugbawka, Nkanu East LGA.
Farm estates initiative is a key part of Barrister Peter Ndubuisi Mbah’s agricultural transformation programme for the 260 wards in Enugu State, which will be spearheaded by the council chairmen.
The project aims to promote year-round farming, enhance food security, and stimulate economic growth within the state.
Speaking at Nvenne Waterfall, Hon. Edeh emphasised that the farm estate is an essential component of Mbah’s strategy to ensure sustainable agricultural production in the state.
He noted that significant progress has already been made at the Akpawfu farm estate, the first location of the project in Enugu.
He expressed gratitude to the community leaders for not only donating the land for the project but also for turning out in large numbers to join him for the inspection.
In his remarks, the PDP State Treasurer, Hon. Patrick Okoh, a community native, thanked the Chairman for choosing to site the project in his area and urged his fellow citizens to support the Governor and Chairman’s efforts to bring development to the community.
The PG of the town, Chief Sir Osita Ogbu Nwonovo, also thanked the Chairman and his team, pledging their continued support for the success of the project.