By Favour Adinya
In a bid to support agricultural development in Bekwarra Local Government Area of Cross River State, the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Michael Odere, has donated 20 bags of fertilizer to Beniseed farmers.
The fertilizers conveyed from Ogoja to Bekwarra, is part of a soft grant initiative aimed at boosting yields for farmers in the region. Distribution to beneficiaries began with 2 bags allocated to 10 farmers in each of the 10 wards of Bekwarra LGA.
The initiative is expected to enhance food production and improve the livelihoods of farmers in the area. He said the donation is the government’s commitment to supporting agriculture and rural development.
The distribution process is said to be overseen by trusted representatives in ensuring it reaches the intended beneficiaries.