183,538 Rural Farmers Accessed N75bn LAPO Agric Fund In 7 Years, Says CEO
Chief Executive Officer of Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) Group, Godwin Ehigiamusoe has said that under the LAPO Rural Development Initiative (LARDI), N75.4 billion was discussed to 183,538 rural farmers.
He said LAPO has been very active in supporting the development of the rural economy with a focus on micro and small-scale agricultural enterprises across the country.
Speaking at the 29th LAPO Annual Development Forum held in Abuja, Ehigiamusoe said this year’s theme “Financing Agriculture and Rural Development in Nigeria: Issues and way forward” focuses on examining key issues in the development of the rural economy with emphasis on agricultural financing. Read more