Senator Sharafadeen Alli has donated over 200 bags of fertilizers worth millions of naira to farmers to boost agriculture in Oyo South Senatorial District.
The lawmaker elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) made the donation of the fertilizers to the farmers in all the four agrarian local government areas in the senatorial district.
As contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, the lawmaker distributed the nags of fertilizers to farmers in Ibarapa North, Ibarapa Central, Ibarapa East and Ido local government areas.
The donation, it was stated, was a demonstration of the unwavering commitment of Senator Alli to the agricultural sector.
“This initiative is another developmental project from Senator Alli, who has also sank and repaired several boreholes in fulfilment of his promise to sink 100 boreholes within his first year in office” it was stated in the release.
Alli, represented by Mr Gbenga Elegbede, expressed his commitment to the development of the agricultural sector in his senatorial district, saying support for farmers was crucial for food security and economic growth.
The lawmaker said the impact of the fertilizer distribution was expected to enhance agricultural output, improve crop yields and contribute to the economic growth of the local communities.
He urged the beneficiaries to make the best use of the fertilizers and encouraged them to continue their hard work in feeding the nation.
The impactful gesture of Senator Alli was met with gratitude and appreciation from the beneficiaries who gathered to receive the much-needed agricultural input in Ayete as well as Ido Town.
Senator Alli’s representatives, Elegbede and Mr Ayo Adedokun, ensured the seamless distribution of the fertilizers to the beneficiaries who expressed their gratitude for the timely support provided by the senator.
Mr Akeem Oladiran, the representative of All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), commended Senator Alli for his efforts in ensuring the welfare and productivity of farmers in the district.
He said the distribution of fertilizers would go a long way in improving crop yields and ultimately the income of farmers.
Mr Olusola Aderoju, Chairman of Agbe Semilore Lanlate Farmers Association, said the gesture would alleviate the financial burden of purchasing fertilizers and also promote sustainable agriculture practices in the senatorial district.
Mr Azeez Jimoh, a farmer from Ibarapa North, expressed appreciation for the senator’s support, lauding his efforts in uplifting rural communities and empowering farmers to thrive in a challenging agricultural landscape.
Mrs Folasade Akintayo, a farmer from Ido, expressed gratitude to the senator for his continuous support and commitment to the agricultural sector in the district.
Mr Wahab Raheem, a beneficiary from Igboora, said the senator’s support and commitment to agriculture will inspire other stakeholders to invest more in the development of the sector, thereby benefitting farmers and the entire country.
Mr Fatai Adesina, a farmer from Idere, expressed appreciation for the senator’s gesture, saying the fertilizers will greatly contribute to the success of their farming activities.
Samuel Adeolu, a farmer from Eruwa, said the gesture would encourage more farmers to actively participate in agriculture, knowing that their welfare and needs are being prioritised.
Pa Sunday Orisabukola, APC chairman in Ibarapa Central, said the support from the senator will not only improve crop yields, but also contribute to the overall economic development of the four local government areas.
“The provision of fertilizers by Senator Alli serves as a lifeline for farmers who relied on these essential inputs to enhance soil fertility, increase crop production, and secure their livelihoods.
“The senator’s proactive and hands-on approach to supporting farmers reflected his deep-seated belief in the transformative power of agriculture as a catalyst for economic growth and community development.
“As the fertilizers get to the farmers, Senator Alli’s legacy of impactful leadership, community engagement, and agricultural empowerment continues to resonate, inspiring a brighter future for the agrarian communities within his senatorial district.
“The fertilizer distribution initiative not only provides tangible support to farmers, but also symbolises the senator’s advocacy for agricultural transformation, rural empowerment and community resilience,” it was added in the statement.
