The President of Council of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture in Oyo State, Daniel Gbadero has sought active participation of Ministries, Departments and Agencies to unlock agricultural potential in the state.
He made this call during a press briefing in preparation for the 2025 EXPOYO, themed: “Achieving Food Security and Economic Stability in Oyo State Through Massive Investment in Agriculture,” held at Sango in Ibadan, the state capital, on Wednesday.
Gbadero said, “There is urgent need to harness agricultural potential of the state to guarantee food sufficiency, create employment opportunities, and drive economic growth.
“Investment in agriculture is a direct investment in the economy, because it contributes significantly to the GDP growth, reduces dependence on imports of food, and ensures price stability in the market.”
The president explained that with enhance productivity and modern agricultural practices, the state can become food basket for the nation and key exporter of agricultural products.
He said, “The event will showcase investment opportunities, facilitates knowledge exchange, promote agricbusiness and value addition, enhance partnership and collaboration and encourage youth and women participation among others.”
Gbadero therefore sought “active participation of government agencies, private investors, financial institutions, research bodies and development partner in the trade fair so as to unlock full potential of the state agricultural sector and ensuring food security and economic stability for generation to come.”
In his remark, the Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives and Industry, Adeniyi Adebisi, described the 2025 EXPOYO as a landmark event that underscores the commitment of the government towards promoting trade, investment, and economic growth.
“This international trade fair is a collaborative effort between the State Government and the OYCCIMA.
“We are grateful for Governor Seyi Makinde’s commitment to creating opportunities for businesses to thrive and for his efforts in making the state a hub for trade and investment.”
