The Oyo State Council of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (OYCCIMA) in collaboration with Oyo State Government has declared readiness for the 2025 Oyo State International Trade Fair (EXPOYO).
The 2025 EXPOYO with the theme: “Achieving food security and economic Stability in Oyo State through massive Investment in Agriculture” holds between April 4 – 11.
OYCCIMA President, Dr. Daniel Gbadero, said theme for this year’s event reflected urgent need to harness agricultural potential of the state to guarantee food sufficiency, create employment opportunities, and drive economic growth.
According to him, investment in agriculture is a direct investment in economy, because it contributed significantly to the GDP growth, reduce dependence on imported of food and ensure price stability in market.
He stated that with enhanced productivity and modern agricultural practices, Oyo State can become food basket for the nation and key exporter of agricultural products.
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He said the event will showcase investment opportunities, facilitates knowledge exchange, promote agribusiness and value addition, enhance partnership and collaboration and encourage youth and women participation among others.
He solicited active participation of government agencies, private investors, financial institutions, research bodies and development partner in the trade fair to unlock full potential of the state agricultural sector and ensuring food security and economic stability for generation to come.
Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperative and Industry, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi described the 2025 EXPOYO as a landmark event that underscores commitment of the state government towards promoting trade, investment, and economic growth.
He maintained that EXPOYO 2025 is a strategic initiative designed to harness potential, bring together stakeholders from various sectors, and showcase the best of Oyo State’s products and services.