Ogona Anita
The Anambra State Government has approved the sum of ₦200 million for the procurement and distribution of endangered Igbo traditional fruit tree seedlings as part of its 2026 fiscal year programmes.
The initiative is aimed at preventing the extinction of indigenous economic and cultural tree species while promoting environmental sustainability and food security across the state.
According to details of the programme, the government plans to procure 60,000 Ukwa (African breadfruit) seedlings at a cost of ₦1,500 per seedling. In addition, 40,000 Udara (African star apple) seedlings and 20,000 bitter kola seedlings will be procured at a combined cost of ₦84 million.
The state will also procure 10,000 raffia palm seedlings and 16,000 Ogbono seedlings at the cost of ₦26 million. Furthermore, no fewer than 100,000 households across Anambra State are expected to benefit from the distribution of oil palm and other economic tree seedlings during the implementation of the 2026 budget.
The programme is designed to regenerate endangered local plant varieties, preserve Igbo cultural heritage, and strengthen self-sufficiency in agricultural and economic resources.
The initiative has been widely welcomed by stakeholders as a forward-looking policy that prioritises environmental conservation and cultural preservation.
