Western Equatoria State Governor told citizens not to be oil-dependent because it would dry In the future while the land for cultivation continues to exist.
Bangasi Joseph Bakosoro on Wednesday encouraged farmers during the opening of the fourth state agriculture show in Yambio to produce food surplus, Radio Anisa reported.
He urged civil servants, business persons and soldiers to take agriculture as a serious matter in the state for consumption and source of money because God gives free rain and fertile lands.
The Governor urged the state ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Environment and partners to educate people on nutrition and agri-business and promote women in agriculture to take care of their families.
He reiterated that education, health and agriculture are the top priorities in Western Equatoria State.
He warned the public against laziness, alcohol consumption, begging and seeking for free gifts especially food because by such practices they become slaves to themselves.