FG Launches ‘Green Money Project’ to Empower Youth in Agriculture

The Federal Government has officially inaugurated the Presidential Initiative for the Empowerment of Youth in Agriculture, widely referred to as the Green Money Project. The launch took place at the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta.

Boosting Agricultural Participation Among Youth

This initiative aims to encourage more young Nigerians to engage in agriculture by providing them with the necessary resources, training, and financial support. The program is expected to create employment opportunities and drive sustainable agricultural development across the country.

Key Objectives of the Green Money Project

The Green Money Project focuses on:

• Empowering young farmers with modern agricultural techniques
• Providing access to funding and agricultural inputs
• Promoting agribusiness entrepreneurship
• Enhancing food security in Nigeria

The launch event brought together government officials, agricultural experts, and youth representatives to discuss the implementation strategies for this nationwide initiative.

Source: The Nation Newspaper