By Mercy Gadia Adi
Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Pst. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has announced a new empowerment programme aimed at boosting fishery and piggery enterprises in the constituency.
The initiative, organised in partnership with the Federal Co-operative College, Orji River, and Kinging Logistics and Automobiles Ltd, is designed to provide participants with modern skills, hands-on training, and vital resources to expand their agribusiness operations.
According to Hon. Ukodhiko, the programme reflects his ongoing commitment to economic empowerment and agricultural development in Isoko.
“We are determined to equip our people with modern knowledge that will transform their fishery and piggery ventures into profitable, sustainable businesse, as in previous initiatives, some beneficiaries will also receive inputs and grants to help them scale up their operations,” he said.
The training will feature:
Retraining in modern fish farming techniques.
Practical coaching in piggery management and agribusiness profit-making strategies.
Startup inputs for fishery participants.
Grants for existing pig farmers.
Applicants must be residents of Isoko North or South Federal Constituency, have an existing small or medium-scale fishery or piggery, and possess the necessary infrastructure. Passion for agribusiness and full participation in the training are also required.
Ukodhiko noted that the application process would be transparent and competitive.
“We have only five slots each for fishery and piggery, so applications will be treated on a first-come basis. Due diligence and verification will be carried out before final selection,” he stated.
Applicants are required to post an expression of interest in the designated comments section of his Facebook handle along with their contact number and a recent photo of themselves working on their farm.
Ukodhiko urged interested constituents to act promptly.
“This is a rare opportunity for those serious about agribusiness. The earlier you apply, the better your chances,” he emphasised.