Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has called on Nigerians—especially the youth—to embrace agriculture as a viable solution to food insecurity, unemployment, and rising living costs.
Speaking to journalists at his residence in Ilase, Obokun Local Government Area, Fadahunsi emphasized that farming remains the most sustainable path to national stability. “Our people must embrace farming. I am a farmer, and I encourage everyone, no matter how small, to cultivate something. If there is no hunger, we will think straight,” he said.
He expressed concern that many farmlands in Osun are still cultivated by non-indigenes, while local youths often overlook these opportunities. He encouraged young people to utilize government-backed agricultural initiatives and available farmlands, citing progress already seen in parts of Ife South and Ife North.
The senator predicted a drop in food prices before year-end, attributing it to renewed federal investment in agriculture and legislative support for farmers. He also announced upcoming food palliatives—including rice—to assist communities, and advised farmers to store their harvests for the dry season.
Fadahunsi also highlighted ongoing efforts at the National Assembly to pressure governors into investing in grassroots agriculture. “Any governor who fails to go deep into rural farming will lose credibility,” he stated.
Beyond agriculture, the senator stressed the importance of political participation through continuous voter registration. He urged residents, including migrant farmers, to register where they live and work, noting that inclusion in governance begins with civic engagement.
“Where you farm, where your children go to school—that’s where you must register. If you want to be part of us, you must be counted here,” he emphasized.
Finally, Senator Fadahunsi expressed strong support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, urging Osun residents to rally behind the President for the state's continued development and national relevance.
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