Klay, Bomi County – A conglomeration of youth groups in Bomi County, under the banner ‘Federation of Bomi Youth (FOBY)’ have identified large scale farming as the way forward in solving the county’s food problem.
Report by Jackson F. Kanneh, [email protected]
Making the disclosure on Saturday, April 28, in Klay at the official launch of the organization, the group’s Executive Director, Lassana Dorley II said large scale farming is necessary for the development of the county and the country at large.
Dorley indicated that the 100 acres of land cassava production project earmarked by FOBY will help to enhance the school feeding program in the county.
According to him, 30 percent of the farm produce will be used for school feeding program while another 30 percent will go towards youth related venture in the county.
“This organization first step towards tackling food insecurity is to embark on an initial 100 acres of land for cassava production. We intend adding value to the cassava by turning it into flour in order to help the school feeding programs,” he said.
“As a social enterprise, we intend to use 30% of the project’s proceed for school feeding while another 30% will be used on youth-driven initiatives like the establishment of free computer schools for the youth.”
Speaking further, Dorley challenged people of the county to collectively work together for the betterment of the county. The transformation of the county, he added, is the sole responsibility of every citizen and not the government alone.
“The underperformance of Bomi County as it relates to development cannot solely be blamed on the government and public servants of this county. Before pointing fingers at others for the destitution of our county, we should ask ourselves.
“What have we done in our capacities as private citizens to bring about development? If your answer is no, then it is how time we make a vow to engage in activities that will development Bomi county.”
Meanwhile, serving as guest speaker for the launch, Thomas Washington Jr., a young Liberian activists, urged his peers to focus on education if they are to achieve their dream. He encouraged them to engage in activities that will positively impact their lives.
According to him, “in order for the county to elevate from its current status, Liberian youth have to be prepared educationally to spearhead the development they foresee in their county”.
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