Embrace Agribusiness as Pathway to Prosperity, Fubara Urges Rivers Youths
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on youths in Rivers State to embrace agriculture and agribusiness as viable avenues for economic empowerment and prosperity.
The governor emphasized that farming is not merely a subsistence activity but a lucrative business capable of creating jobs and boosting local economies. Speaking at a recent youth engagement forum, Governor Fubara encouraged young people to view agribusiness as a means to diversify livelihoods beyond oil-dependent revenue, stressing that youth involvement in agriculture could significantly reduce unemployment and stimulate sustainable development in the state. This is an opportunity for our youths to create wealth, generate employment, and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Rivers State. Agribusiness is a pathway to prosperity, and I urge our young people to take advantage of the numerous opportunities it offers,” the governor said. Governor Fubara’s remarks come amid ongoing initiatives by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), including the LIFE‑ND agro empowerment programme, which targets Rivers, Imo, and Akwa Ibom states. The programme seeks to equip beneficiaries with skills, resources, and support to thrive in agriculture, aligning with the governor’s vision of a youth-driven agribusiness economy. The governor has also been active in promoting broader youth employment policies, collaborating with agencies like the National Directorate of Employment to provide training, job schemes, and rural development projects aimed at creating sustainable opportunities for young people across Rivers State. With strategic support for financing, training, and market access, Fubara believes that agribusiness can become a major driver of economic growth, reduce urban migration, and improve household incomes across the state. As Rivers State continues to diversify its economy, the governor’s call highlights agriculture as a key sector for youth empowerment, innovation, and sustainable development.
