Gov Udom Flags Off The Planting Of 300,000 Special Breed Of Coconut Seedlings (Photos)
By Mod2
9 months ago
410
Agriculture
- Top Stories
The governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Governor Udom Emmanuel has flagged of the planting of 300,000 special breed of coconut seedlings in Akwa Ibom State, WonderTV Media reports.
The event took place on Saturday 18th September, 2021 at the Government Coconut Plantation, Ekeya, Okobo, in Akwa Ibom State.
Governor Udom who personally planted 50 seedlings of coconut stressed that coconut is of high value and can possibly serve as an alternative to crude oil.
He stated that the Saint Gabriel’s Coconut Oil Virgin Refinery has been completed and it is the first coconut oil refinery in Africa. “What is left is to test run the refinery and knowledge transfer”, he added.
The governor enjoined Akwa Ibom indigenes to plant coconuts.
“We want to create a future for our young ones. Coconut has at least 365 uses which means that every single day that God created has a use for coconut.
The plantation at Ekeya, Okobo will complement the bigger plantations at Mkpat-Enin, Eastern Obolo and Ikot Abasi. I enjoin all Akwa Ibom people to plant coconuts”, he said.
He also called on the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria to partner with the state in coconut investment.
Login to comment and earn
9 months ago
Good afternoon my beautiful wife see you tomorrow at your convenience please let me know if
9 months ago
Great farming sir
9 months ago
He's encouraging Agriculture
9 months ago
This governor udom has good vision, Nigeria need men like this
9 months ago
coconut governor
9 months ago
Great farming sir
8 months ago
Great work and keep it up