-Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, urged the Federal Government to increase investment in agriculture as a solution to Nigeria’s worsening hunger crisis.
-Obi visited Mary Agro Farms in Enugu State, praising the farm’s transformation and expansion since his previous visit, highlighting the adoption of innovative agricultural practices as key to food security.
-Obi donated ₦20 million to Mary Agro Farms to support its growth and innovation, especially during the critical period of hunger, food scarcity, and inflation in Nigeria.
-Obi referenced reports predicting that 33 million Nigerians could face severe hunger by 2025, with 5.4 million children at risk of acute malnutrition, emphasizing the urgency for action.
-Obi commended Mary Agro Farms’ management and staff for their resilience and dedication to agriculture, stressing the importance of supporting productive ventures to address Nigeria’s food crisis.
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