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ICCIMA Signs MoU With Lower Niger River Basin Ilorin For Modern Agriculture, Community Development

Secures 60 Hectares of Land in Ojoku


The Ibolo Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lower Niger River Basin, Ilorin, on the lease of agricultural land in Ojoku, Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State for modern agriculture and community development.

The ICCIMA representatives, Mr. Abdulrauf Olabode, Mr. Wole Alawode and Engr. Rafiu Brown was received in Ilorin by the Executive Director of Agric Services, Hon. Abdullahi Sodiq on Friday, 7 November 2025.

In his address, the President of ICCIMA, Reverend Paul Olagunju represented by Mr. Abdulrauf Olabode described the signing of the MoU as a landmark achievement for the chamber. He noted that the Chamber embarked on a mission of accessing farmland for the use of ICCIMA members in Ibolo communities and expressed gratitude to the authority of the Lower Niger River Basin for making the Chamber's efforts a reality.

According to him, “ I sincerely appreciate the Lower Niger River Basin for partnering with ICCIMA on the journey by releasing farmland on lease to ICCIMA to ensure a farmer-centered agricultural development program and to provide a needed enabling environment and encouragement for farmers."

While soliciting more 100 hectares of land for the members, he stressed the Chamber's mission, which includes creating opportunities for growth, investment, and prosperity within Ibolo-speaking communities of Kwara State.

“Our partnership aligns perfectly with our shared vision of transforming Ibolo land into a hub of modern agribusiness, job creation and economic advancement. This project will not only boost production but will also reduce poverty and empower youths and women with meaningful employment opportunities," he said.

Earlier in his welcome address, the MD, Engr. Olumoroti Judge Olushola represented by the Executive Director of Agric Services, Hon. Abdullahi Sodiq lauded ICCIMA's initiative of signing the memorandum with the Lower Niger River Basin for agriculture and community development. He commended the leadership of the Ibolo Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture for striving continuously to enhance growth and sustainable development in Ibolo land.

“When we see partners who strive hard to continuously be in business, most especially in agriculture, we are always delighted. We commend you for coming on board to sign this Memorandum of Understanding, and we equally appreciate you for doing what you know how to do best. This is just the beginning of good things to come between us,” he stated.

Other staff members of the Lower Niger River Basin present were Director of Legal, Barr. Bello Sadiq, Director of Agric Services, Alhaji Moronfoye M.O, Deputy Directors of Agric Services, Mallam Yahyah Muhammed, Mr. Idris Toyin Bolaji and Mr. Lawal Ibrahim.

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ICCIMA Signs MoU With Lower Niger River Basin Ilorin For Modern Agriculture, Community Development

Secures 60 Hectares of Land in Ojoku


The Ibolo Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lower Niger River Basin, Ilorin, on the lease of agricultural land in Ojoku, Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State for modern agriculture and community development.

The ICCIMA representatives, Mr. Abdulrauf Olabode, Mr. Wole Alawode and Engr. Rafiu Brown was received in Ilorin by the Executive Director of Agric Services, Hon. Abdullahi Sodiq on Friday, 7 November 2025.

In his address, the President of ICCIMA, Reverend Paul Olagunju represented by Mr. Abdulrauf Olabode described the signing of the MoU as a landmark achievement for the chamber. He noted that the Chamber embarked on a mission of accessing farmland for the use of ICCIMA members in Ibolo communities and expressed gratitude to the authority of the Lower Niger River Basin for making the Chamber's efforts a reality.

According to him, “ I sincerely appreciate the Lower Niger River Basin for partnering with ICCIMA on the journey by releasing farmland on lease to ICCIMA to ensure a farmer-centered agricultural development program and to provide a needed enabling environment and encouragement for farmers."

While soliciting more 100 hectares of land for the members, he stressed the Chamber's mission, which includes creating opportunities for growth, investment, and prosperity within Ibolo-speaking communities of Kwara State.

“Our partnership aligns perfectly with our shared vision of transforming Ibolo land into a hub of modern agribusiness, job creation and economic advancement. This project will not only boost production but will also reduce poverty and empower youths and women with meaningful employment opportunities," he said.

Earlier in his welcome address, the MD, Engr. Olumoroti Judge Olushola represented by the Executive Director of Agric Services, Hon. Abdullahi Sodiq lauded ICCIMA's initiative of signing the memorandum with the Lower Niger River Basin for agriculture and community development. He commended the leadership of the Ibolo Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture for striving continuously to enhance growth and sustainable development in Ibolo land.

“When we see partners who strive hard to continuously be in business, most especially in agriculture, we are always delighted. We commend you for coming on board to sign this Memorandum of Understanding, and we equally appreciate you for doing what you know how to do best. This is just the beginning of good things to come between us,” he stated.

Other staff members of the Lower Niger River Basin present were Director of Legal, Barr. Bello Sadiq, Director of Agric Services, Alhaji Moronfoye M.O, Deputy Directors of Agric Services, Mallam Yahyah Muhammed, Mr. Idris Toyin Bolaji and Mr. Lawal Ibrahim.