February 26, 2025
The Oyo State Government has commenced the distribution of motorcycles to Agricultural Extension Officers across the state.
Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, distributed 15 motorcycles to the extension officers on Tuesday.
Olaleye noted that the extension officers serve as links between researchers and farmers, playing a critical role in disseminating innovations and technologies to smallholder farmers.
He explained that the Governor Seyi Makinde administration is focused on addressing the challenges facing agricultural extension services in the state.
Olaleye stated, “I am highly delighted to welcome you to the distribution of BAJAJ motorcycles to Officers/Extension Agents in the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
“Agricultural Extension Officers (Agents) are the link between the researchers and the farmers.
“They play a critical role in the dissemination of innovations and technologies to the smallholder farmers, which will invariably increase their productivity and improve their standard of living and ensure food security in the state.
“Therefore, the Oyo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, approved the purchase of BAJAJ motorcycles for the Agricultural Extension Agents in the state to enhance agricultural extension service delivery.”
He added that the government has embarked on programmes and projects to address the challenges facing agricultural extension services, including the recruitment of 161 officers across cadres in the Ministry.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Abosede Owoeye, appreciated the dedication and steadfastness of the Extension Officers in the state.
She urged them to ensure improved agricultural extension service delivery in the state.
Speaking on behalf of the Agricultural Extension Officers, Mr Akanbi Ademola thanked Governor Makinde for improving the agriculture sector and promised to complement the efforts of the state government to ensure food security in the state.
