Edo State Seeks Botswana's Partnership for Agriculture

The Edo State Government is pursuing a partnership with Botswana to enhance agriculture and livestock development as part of its strategy to attract foreign investment ahead of the upcoming International Agricultural and Livestock Investment Summit. This appeal was made during a meeting with Philada Kereng, the Botswana High Commissioner to Nigeria, at the Botswana High Commission in Abuja.

The meeting was led by Dr Jerry Uwangue, the Edo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, and Mr Ohimai Ehijimetor, the Commissioner for Livestock Development. The High Commissioner praised Edo's efforts in livestock production and encouraged the exploration of investment opportunities in agro-tourism and animal feed production.

She committed to supporting the summit by attracting investors, indicating potential collaboration between Edo State and Botswana in agricultural development. The meeting is part of ongoing consultations by the Edo State Government with diplomatic missions to secure international participation and investment for the summit, which aims to provide a platform for investors in agriculture and related sectors.