Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi OFR has distributed a wide range of improved seedlings and farming inputs to farmers across the ten local government areas of Osun East Senatorial District as part of his efforts to promote agricultural development, food security, and poverty reduction.
The distribution, held on Saturday, in Ilase-Ijesa ahead of the new farming season, included 50,000 palm kernel tree seedlings, 37,000 cocoa seedlings, 60,000 cassava stems, 10,000 sprayers, and 12,000 units of agricultural chemicals to enhance farm productivity.
The initiative benefited farmers from Obokun, Oriade, Ilesa East, Ilesa West, Atakumosa East, Atakumosa West, Ife Central, Ife North, Ife South, and Ife East local government areas.
Senatorial leader Hon. Akindele Famuyide (Jagu), speaking on behalf of Senator Fadahunsi, led the distribution and reaffirmed the senator’s dedication to empowering grassroots communities and promoting sustainable farming practices.
He emphasized that this was one of several planned interventions aimed at supporting farmers and strengthening food security in the state.
Recipients of the seedlings and inputs expressed gratitude, with Chief Ojo praising Senator Fadahunsi for his consistent delivery of democratic dividends and close engagement with constituents.
Local leaders described the support as timely and impactful, noting that the seedlings would significantly lower production costs and improve crop yields.
Hon. Olasunkanmi Makinde highlighted the potential for increased food supply and income generation resulting from the assistance.
This distribution aligns with Senator Fadahunsi’s broader legislative focus on empowering his constituents and enhancing livelihoods through targeted agricultural and economic initiatives.
