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In honor of World Food Day, Capacious Farms & Foods Ltd held the 2024 Junior Secondary School (JSS) Arts & Essay Contest Award Ceremony, a vibrant event aimed at nurturing young talent and raising awareness about food security. Sponsored by Adron Homes & Properties, the ceremony took place at the Adron Training School in Simawa, creating a platform for students to express their creativity and ideas on agriculture, sustainability, and food security.
The contest encouraged students to explore themes related to agriculture through art and essays, promoting a deeper understanding of the importance of food sustainability. By engaging young minds, Capacious Farms and Adron Homes hope to inspire the next generation to take an active role in tackling global food challenges. The event celebrated the creativity and insightful perspectives of the students, reinforcing the significance of sustainable practices in agriculture for the future.
The competition attracted entries from 40 schools across the nation, each showcasing the students’ vision for the future of agriculture and its role in addressing food insecurity. After a thorough and competitive evaluation, five schools stood out as winners. Students from these top schools were awarded cash prizes, courtesy of Adron Homes & Properties, a leading name in Nigeria’s real estate sector. The contest not only highlighted the innovative ideas of young minds but also underscored the importance of sustainable agriculture in ensuring global food security.
In her address at the award ceremony, Chi Tola Roberts, Chief Operating Officer of Capacious Farms & Foods, highlighted the importance of the event. “Marking World Food Day with this contest underscores agriculture’s vital role in our society,” she said. “Our aim is to ignite a passion for agriculture in young minds, equipping them with the knowledge and inspiration to explore future careers in the sector.” Her words reflected the broader mission of the contest: to foster early interest in sustainable agriculture and encourage the next generation to become leaders in the field.
Roberts revealed exciting plans for the future, announcing that the Arts & Essay Contest will now be an annual event. She assured that each year would bring broader outreach and even more opportunities for students nationwide. “We aim to expand this initiative, reaching more schools and inspiring a greater number of young minds to engage with the future of agriculture,” she said, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of agricultural innovators.
Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, the Chairman of Adron Group, delivered an impassioned speech, highlighting Nigeria’s rich agricultural heritage. He emphasized the need for the nation to reconnect with its agrarian roots, which once served as the backbone of its economy. Reflecting on the past, he spoke of a time when Nigeria’s fertile lands were synonymous with prosperity, urging a return to this legacy. Emmanuelking called for a renewed focus on agriculture as a pathway to sustainable development, economic stability, and food security, stressing that it is time to cultivate not just crops, but a brighter future for the nation.
“Our nation was built on agriculture. Cocoa House, one of Nigeria’s landmarks, was funded through proceeds from cocoa farming. By supporting initiatives like this, we aim to inspire the next generation to see agriculture not only as our past but as our future,” he said.
Moreso, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking reaffirmed Adron Group’s dedication to empowering the next generation through agriculture. He emphasized the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering youth engagement in the sector, spotlighting initiatives like the sponsorships awarded at the event. According to Emmanuelking, nurturing young talent in agriculture is essential for driving innovation and ensuring a sustainable future. He expressed pride in supporting these emerging farmers, viewing their success as a vital step toward revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural landscape and economic growth.
Chairman of the Babcock University Schools Management Board, Prof. Adesegun, delivered a compelling keynote address on the global food crisis, underscoring the urgent need for youth involvement in agriculture. He highlighted the growing challenges of food insecurity worldwide, calling for a new generation of innovators to step up and tackle these issues. Emphasizing that the future of food lies in the hands of young minds, Prof. Adesegun urged them to see agriculture not just as a career, but as a mission to ensure global sustainability and nourishment for all.
“We are facing a global challenge in food security, and the youth must be at the forefront of finding solutions. This competition is a step in the right direction, as it encourages students to think critically about the future of food and agriculture,” he maintained.
More importantly, the event offered a vibrant stage for young students to express their artistic and literary talents, weaving creativity with a powerful message. Through art, poetry, and essays, they explored themes closely aligned with the mission of World Food Day: eradicating hunger and achieving global food security. Each piece reflected their passion and awareness, inspiring a collective vision of a world where everyone has access to sufficient, nutritious food. The showcase not only celebrated their skills but also underscored the vital role of youth in shaping a hunger-free future.
On the basis of this however, Five schools emerged as winners, earning well-deserved cash prizes in recognition of their outstanding efforts. The students from these institutions were celebrated for their exceptional creativity and analytical skills, which shone through in their thoughtful contributions. Their achievements were a testament to their dedication and vision, as they tackled complex themes with clarity and originality. The awards highlighted not just their talent, but also their commitment to making a difference through their ideas and expressions.
To cap it all, Capacious Farms & Foods Ltd and Adron Homes & Properties have pledged to transform this competition into an annual tradition, aiming to strengthen the bond between Nigeria’s youth and the agricultural sector. By establishing this recurring event, they aspire to inspire young minds to engage actively in agriculture, promoting innovation and sustainability. This initiative not only highlights the importance of agriculture in Nigeria’s economy but also encourages a new generation of leaders to embrace farming as a vital and rewarding career path, ensuring a prosperous future for the industry and the nation.
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