Governor of Enugu State Peter Mbah has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to turning the state into an agriculture hub for investors.

The governor stated this while unveiling the Enugu rice at the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro Industrialisation complex in Enugu.

Mbah, who was represented by his deputy, Ifeanyi Ossai, praised the Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro Industrialisation, Mr Patrick Ubru, for his efforts in making the event a reality.

He said, “I am impressed by what I see today, it is encouraging, I commend the farmers of Enugu State and with your synergy, support and cooperation to Enugu State Government, production of rice will continue to increase for the benefit of all. This is the development we have been craving for as well as the growth we are praying for. Indeed, our tomorrow is here.”

He urged employees of the ministry to remain committed to their work and give maximum support to the commissioner so the ministry could fulfil the state’s agricultural vision and mandate.

The governor stressed that the Enugu rice brand would grow bigger than what it was known for, noting that the state would soon be known as a rice producing state.

He further stated that Enugu was now an oil producing state and also doing well i the agricultural sector, saying, “This will help to reduce hunger to zero by 2031.’’

Commissioner for Agriculture earlier commended governor Mbah for his commitment to the rebirth and development of the sector.