The Executive Chairman of Oriade Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Rasaq Akorede Olojede, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to promoting food security, sustainable agriculture, and community development following the council’s participation in the Eko World Food Day 2026 celebration held at the Police College, Ikeja.
The event, which was themed “Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow,” brought together government officials, agricultural stakeholders, development partners, farmers, and policymakers to discuss innovative solutions aimed at strengthening food systems and ensuring sustainable access to nutritious food for all residents.
Speaking on the significance of the occasion, Hon. Olojede expressed delight over Oriade LCDA’s participation, describing it as a demonstration of the council’s unwavering dedication to advancing food security initiatives and supporting agricultural development at the grassroots level.
According to the council chairman, food security remains a critical component of sustainable development, particularly as communities continue to confront economic and environmental challenges affecting food production and distribution.
“I was delighted that Oriade LCDA participated in Eko World Food Day 2026 at Police College, Ikeja, reaffirming our commitment to food security and agricultural development,” Olojede stated.
He noted that the World Food Day celebration provided a valuable platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, showcase innovative agricultural practices, and develop strategies aimed at creating a more resilient food system capable of meeting the needs of a growing population.
Olojede emphasized that innovation remains central to addressing contemporary food challenges, stressing that investment in modern farming techniques, agricultural technology, and youth participation in agriculture would be essential to guaranteeing future food sustainability.
The chairman further highlighted the importance of grassroots involvement in achieving the objectives of food security, noting that local governments have a significant role to play in supporting farmers, encouraging agricultural entrepreneurship, and creating an enabling environment for food production and distribution.
He also commended the Lagos State Government for sustaining initiatives that promote agricultural growth and food sufficiency across the state, noting that collaborative efforts among government agencies, private sector players, and local communities would be instrumental in achieving lasting results.
Participants at the event discussed various approaches to improving agricultural productivity, reducing food waste, enhancing value chains, and leveraging innovation to strengthen food systems. The discussions underscored the need for stakeholders to embrace modern solutions that can drive increased productivity while ensuring environmental sustainability.
For Oriade LCDA, participation in the event aligns with the council’s broader developmental vision of improving the welfare of residents through policies and programmes that promote economic empowerment, food availability, and sustainable community growth.
As global attention increasingly focuses on food security and sustainable agriculture, Hon. Olojede reaffirmed that Oriade LCDA would continue to support initiatives that enhance agricultural development, create opportunities for local farmers, and contribute to the realization of a food-secure future for residents.
The council’s participation at Eko World Food Day 2026 further underscores its commitment to working with relevant stakeholders to ensure that innovation, sustainability, and agricultural advancement remain at the heart of community development efforts.
