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Kwara Poly To Support Women In Agriculture Through Inclusive Educational Environment.
The Management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment that empowers women to realize their full potential within the agricultural sector.
Rector of the institution, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed stated this at the opening ceremony of the Women in Agricultural Technical Education WATEA, project held at the Rear Admiral Muhammed Alabi Lawal Auditorium of the Institution.
The Rector, who was represented by the Deputy Rector Academic, Dr. Felicia Awolola, disclosed that the initiative which is implemented by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture IITA, Ibadan, is a two year project designed to equip female students with modern agricultural techniques to foster job creation and enhance employability in the agricultural sector.
Engineer Abdul emphasized the vital role agriculture plays in sustaining human life, stressing the underlining importance of harnessing both natural and human resources to foster economic growth.
The Rector expressed gratitude to the state government for the unwavering support in providing an enabling environment that has allowed the Polytechnic’s commercial farm project to flourish.
He therefore urged students to take the initiative seriously to further broaden their skills and knowledge in agriculture.
Also speaking, the South West Coordinator of the WATEA project, Mr. Emmanuel Onasanya elaborated on the training which include poultry farming, smart agricultural practices, fish production and processing.
He said the initiative seeks to tackle the historical underrepresentation of women in agriculture, providing them with the tools and knowledge essential for success in the industry.
Emmanuel further stressed that, the programme is aimed at uplifting communities and promote sustainable development through enhanced female participation in agricultural activities.
By Abubakar Umar
