The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure said it plans to promote food security in the country through the completion of the local Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Development Institute in Imo State.
In a statement, the Executive Vice Chairman, State/ Chief Executive, NASENI, Prof. Mohammed Haruna, revealed plans for the completion of the institute during a visit to Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, in Owerri.
He said the establishment of the institute was part of steps to promote food security in the country and would soon be commissioned.
According to him, President, Major General Muhammad Buhari, was inspired by the mandate of AMEDI Mbaise, and swiftly directed NASENI to establish similar institutes in the six geo-political regions of the country to accelerate government efforts in food security for Nigeria.
He said, “NASENI has responded immediately by proposing the establishment of AMEDI in the remaining five geo-political zones.
“It is therefore imperative that the institute in Imo State is a pacesetter for revolution waiting to happen in the agriculture sector.”
Haruna explained the development of agricultural equipment and machinery and their production systems and the transfer of the capabilities to private sector satellite industries for mass production.
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