Ogun First Lady Champions Empowerment for Women Farmers to Boost Food Production
Bamidele Abiodun, wife of the Ogun State Governor, advocated for increased support for women farmers during a two-day agritech empowerment program in Ijebu Ode. Emphasizing the pivotal role of women in agriculture, she underscored the need for concerted efforts to alleviate poverty, enhance food security, and promote gender equality in access to resources. Abiodun highlighted the untapped potential of women in agriculture and urged stakeholders to invest in their empowerment, citing higher success rates and broader societal benefits.