By Wuraola Oyedokun
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Thursday, urged the Oyo State government to maximise its potential and become a national centre for dairy production.Â
Obasanjo made this call during a product launch by a leading beverage company in Ibadan.
Governor Seyi Makinde, represented by his deputy, Barrister Bayo-Lawal, joined Chief Olusegun Obasanjo at a product launch in the state capital.
The former president expressed disappointment that his “Operation Feed the Nation” initiative was not sustained after he left office.
He however emphasized the need for governments to support agriculture, citing its potential to enhance food sufficiency in Nigeria.
In his address, Governor Makinde, represented by Barrister Bayo-Lawal, pledged to continue creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the state.
He lauded the company for its economic impact, quality products, and resilience in the face of economic challenges.