Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has launched the State Agro Inputs Fair for the year 2025 as part of his administration’s commitment to food security and agric sector transformation.
The Fair, which was organised by the Kwara Agricultural Development Project (KWADP), an agency under the State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, will last for five days.
Speaking at the event the Governor represented by his Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi said programme was designed to provide farmers early access to high-quality inputs at affordable prices, training, mechanisation support, climate advisory, and market linkages.
According to him the fair is about innovation, knowledge sharing, and creating solutions that will drive agricultural productivity.
Governor Abdulrazaq recalled how Kwara recorded the lowest food inflation rate for three consecutive months last year in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS),
The Governor described the ranking a testament to his administration’s efforts, smart policies, and strategic investments.
Also Speaking, Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Oloruntoyosi Thomas pointed out that the fair sought to equip the farmers with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to maximize productivity and profitability this season.
Mrs Thomas explained that government is committed to strengthening agriculture through mechanization, provision of extension services for farmers, distribution of inputs, provision of tractors to local governments, and support for dry-season farming.
She maintained that beyond discounted fertilizers, seeds, and agrochemicals, the fair provides practical workshops on modern farming techniques, pest control, and post-harvest management.
Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture Mrs Funke Sokoya encouraged participants to explore available opportunities and apply the knowledge gained.
Chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Umar Mahmud Aboki, hailed the Governor for the initiative as the programme attests to the commitment of his administration to supporting farmers and advancing the agricultural sector in the state.
Elerin of Adanla, Oba Dr David Oyerinola Adedunmoye, who spoke on behalf of other traditional rulers in attendance, described the fair as unique and timely.
At the event were the Chairman House Committee on Agriculture Hon Gideon Saba; House member representing Patigi Constituency, Hon Musa Kareem; Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Oloruntoyosi Thomas; Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu; Commissioner for Planning and Economic Development, Hon Aliyu Kora Sabi; Commissioner for House and Urban Development, Dr Segun Ogunsola; local government chairmen; Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture Mrs Funke Sokoya; Managing Director, Kwara ADP, Dr Khadijat Ahmed; traditional rulers; and farmers associations.
