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By Emma Sunday, Port Harcourt
Councillor representing Ward 10 in the Abua/Odual Legislative Council, Hon. Olavokere Jamala, has launched an empowerment scheme aimed at supporting rural farmers and boosting agriculture in his ward.
The initiative according to him is part of the Uru-Odighi agenda of Abua/Odual Council Chairman, Engr. Owolobi Ofori.
Hon. Jamala announced the scheme during a visit to Okolomade and Emelego communities in the ward where he revealed that 15 dedicated members of the Renewed Hope Coalition in these communities will receive N10,000 each, every month, specifically for bush clearing to aid rural farmers.
He said, “The scheme aims to support 15 dedicated members of the Renewed Hope Coalition in Okolomade and Emelego with N10,000 each every month the end of my tenure. The support is specifically for bush clearing to aid rural farmers,” he said.
Presenting envelopes to the first set of beneficiaries, Jamala, who is the Leader of the ABOLGA Legislative Council expressed gratitude to God and the the Prof. Henry Ogiri-led leadership in the area for the opportunity to serve.
Hon. Okpokipoy Peters, Leader of the Renewed Hope Rainbow Coalition in Ward 10, thanked Jamala for the initiative, stating it will boost agricultural activities and improve livelihoods.
Beneficiaries expressed gesture to Jamala for supporting rural farmers. This initiative demonstrates the councillor’s commitment to agricultural development and community empowerment.
