By Emeka Samuel,Uyo
An international Agribusiness Roundtable International Conference meant to boost the state towards agricultural revolution and total transformation would take place in Uyo this week.
The International Conference is expecting to bring together agricultural visionaries, innovators, and stakeholders from across Nigeria and the globe to drive the future of the sector in the state and would have in attendance Governor Umo Eno while the Minister of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment would present the key note address.
A release from the planning committee made available to newsmen weekend in Uyo said the objectives of the 3-day conference is to bring together leading experts who through their presentations will develop new skill-sets, new approaches, address specific knowledge gaps that will provide a framework for harnessing varied opportunities in agriculture and allied businesses towards economic growth and sustainability.
It would also serve as a platform for collaboration, innovation, and investment to fuel a new era of agricultural progress in our dear state and beyond.
A diverse array of speakers, including, Representative of the premier bank, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Bank of Industry (BOI), Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Country Manager of Solidaridad, Prof. Addulrasheed Babalola, Dr., Umanah Ette and many others.
Interactive workshops and panel discussions will provide opportunities for participants to engage in dynamic dialogues and explore solutions to key challenges within the agricultural sector.
The Conference is expected to attract over five hundred (500) participants across the world. Expected participants and would include: Governors, Ministers, Diplomatic Corps, National/State Assembly Members, State Commissioners, Heads of Ministries, Departments and agencies of Governments, farmers, Local and International Agencies, Banks, Small and Medium Enterprises as well as Captains of Industry.
The Agribusiness Roundtable International Conference is a testament to Akwa Ibom State’s commitment to becoming a leading hub for agricultural development in Nigeria.