Aiyedatiwa unveils Cocoa Revolution Board, targets higher output, jobs creation By Kunle Michael
Aiyedatiwa unveils Cocoa Revolution Board, targets higher output, jobs creation
By Kunle Michael
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has constituted the Ondo State Cocoa Revolution and Management Board as part of efforts to reposition agriculture as a major driver of the state’s economy.
The constitution of the board, approved by the governor, is in line with his administration’s Cocoa Revolution Agenda aimed at increasing cocoa production, improving the livelihoods of farmers, strengthening value chain development, and restoring Ondo State’s position as Nigeria’s leading cocoa-producing state.
According to a statement issued on Friday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, the board will coordinate policies, mobilise stakeholders, attract investments, and promote innovation across the cocoa sector.
The board comprises Mr Omolade Fabiyi as Chairman; Alhaji Taiwo Ayoade (CEO Agro Traders ), Dr Jibayo Oyebade, Hon. Augustine Oloruntogbe, Akinbola Omolade Franklin, and Tope Oni as members, while Anthony Omolakin will serve as Secretary.
Governor Aiyedatiwa congratulated the appointees and urged them to deploy their wealth of experience, integrity and commitment towards achieving the board’s mandate.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting cocoa farmers through the provision of improved seedlings, access to finance, extension services and modern processing facilities to enhance productivity and profitability.
The governor expressed confidence that the newly constituted board would drive the Cocoa Revolution Agenda, create employment opportunities, boost the state’s internally generated revenue, and secure a sustainable future for cocoa farming communities across Ondo State.
