The House of Representatives on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to give due attention to Rural Development by increasing the annual budget of the ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to accommodate the increasing needs of the rural populace.
The House also mandated its committee in Rural Development to investigate the state of rural developmental projects nationwide and the specific programmes geared towards rural development, and report back within four weeks. The House resolutions were sequel to the passage of a motion sponsored by a member of the House, Oladipupo Adebutu.
Adebutu noted that the main sectors that drive development across the world are agricultural, industrial, communications, education and other allied sectors. He said the government has not funded rural development projects adequately, adding that some countries have Ministries that cater for rural development and correct developmental imbalances.
