Lagos moves to develop coconut farming

The Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture has revealed plans to expand structure for coconut production and processing in the state through Public Private Partnership arrangement.  The Special Adviser to the Governor on Food Security, Mr. Ganiyu Sanni Okanlawon, who made this known, expressed optimism that the collaboration between the state, the private sector and all […]

The Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture has revealed plans to expand structure for coconut production and processing in the state through Public Private Partnership arrangement.
 The Special Adviser to the Governor on Food Security, Mr. Ganiyu Sanni Okanlawon, who made this known, expressed optimism that the collaboration between the state, the private sector and all stakeholders in the agriculture sector, would result in a win-win situation in such a way that food sufficiency and safety would be guaranteed.
Okanlawon, who spokeat the office of the President, Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Dr. (Mrs) Nike Akande, said the state would partner with LCCI in order to attract both local and foreign investors to Lagos and ensure quick returns on investment.
Responding, Akande said the LCCI is ready to foster collaboration with the Lagos State Government, especially in the agriculture sector because of the urgent need to address the issues of food security and safety which she noted is critical for social stability and security of lives and properties.