Otokunor Engages Bui Power Authority On Special Agro Economic Zone

The Director of Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness, Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor has started a strategic engagement with heads of the Bui Power Authority.

The engagement is meant to enhance food security through the development of a Special Agro Economic Zone under the Bui City Project.

According to him, initiative will expedite the agro-economic transformation of the Bui region and its environs, unlocking the great potential for development for the local youth.

In a social media post, he indicated that, “We had great conversations with the team from Bui Power Authority in our bid to enhance food security through the development of a Special Agro Economic Zone under the Bui City Project.

“The project will open up the Bui area and its surroundings to accelerated agro-economic transformation that unlocks its enormous job creation potential for the youth in and around the area.”

In similar engagement in March last year, the agricultural economist and chartered financial economist engaged key sector players, agro-investors, and strategic partners in discussions aimed at accelerating Ghana’s agricultural transformation.

Speaking on behalf of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, Dr. Otokunor highlighted the need for stronger partnerships to develop the agro-value chain, enhance food security, and position Ghana as an export-oriented, agro-industrialized economy.

“These engagements are crucial in driving a sustainable and inclusive agricultural sector that creates jobs, ensures food self-sufficiency, and strengthens our position in the global market,” he stated.

The discussions focused on investment opportunities, modernized farming techniques, and value-addition strategies to improve productivity and competitiveness within the sector.

The initiative aligns with President Mahama’s broader vision of leveraging agriculture as a key driver of economic growth and industrialization in Ghana.

Stakeholders have expressed optimism about the potential outcomes of these engagements, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in transforming the agricultural landscape.