- Japanese Government Builds N26m Rice Mill in Edo
In an effort to facilitate rice production in Edo State, the Japanese Government has donated a rice mill valued at over N26 million to the Edo State Government.
Speaking on the project, Yutaka Kikuta, Japanese Ambassador to Nigeria, said Governor Obaseki-led administration has achieved a lot in the agricultural sector, saying the Japanese government sponsored project would enhance farmers’ income in the state and improve the socio-economic development of the people.
He further said the project valued at over N26 million includes rice parboiling equipment, hauler, de-husker, de-stoner machine, soaking tanks, steaming tanks, a generator and bagging machine, among others.
“The use of the facilities will enhance the quality and marketability of milled rice in this community and nearby communities, thereby enhancing the income of rice farmers as well as fostering the social and economic development of these communities in particular and Edo State,” he stated.
He added that the gesture was among the Japanese Embassy’s grassroots grant assistance to improve and increase the quality of rice production in the state.
Osarodion Ogie, Secretary to the State Government, who represented the Edo Government gave an assurance that the Obaseki administration would manage the project well and provide necessary assistance for the success of the project.
