Honda Empowers 10 Rural Women Farmers in South West Nigeria

Mary Nnah

In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and empower women in the sector, Honda Manufacturing (Nigeria) Limited recently held a community development event themed “Empowering Women in Agriculture” in Lagos.

The event saw the company empower 10 rural women farmers from the Southwest region with Honda agricultural tools.

Speaking at the event, Consultant and Technical Team Lead to the Osun State Government on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, Professor Chinwe Obuaku, emphasised the need for women to be empowered with entrepreneurial skills to improve their income and productivity.

“Women in agriculture need to be empowered with entrepreneurial skills to improve their income and productivity,” she stressed. Her words highlighted the importance of capacity building for women in agriculture, who often face unique challenges in the sector.

The Managing Director of Honda Manufacturing (Nigeria) Limited, Mr. Tetsuya Kawai, said the initiative aims to contribute to Nigerian society and support the agricultural sector. “We recognise the vital role women play in Nigeria’s agriculture sector, and we’re committed to supporting them,” he added. Mr. Kawai’s statement underscores Honda’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its desire to make a positive impact on the lives of Nigerian women.