US AMBASSADOR HAILS ABAKALIKI RICE AS ONE OF THE BEST IN THE WORLD
United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Stuart Symington has endorsed Abakaliki rice as one of the best brands in the world.The Ambassador who paid a visit to AbakalikiRice mills in Ebonyi state had commended the efforts of the state government on the level and quality of production while also encouraging the good work.”Your rice is the best anywhere in the world and we commend the governor for putting his government to work in Ebonyi state”, he said.Symington however called for sustained developmental efforts in the state to promote greater Agricultural and mining activities.“The first critical step involves upgrading economic fortune of the state and also setting up opportunities in the area that would welcome investors to the place thereby making it possible for investment” he noted.He also advised the government to sustain the current peace and security in the state as no meaningful development can flourish ina rancour environment.The Governor of Ebonyi state, David Umahi commended th