The Osun State Government has concluded plans to partner the government of Finland to harness potential in agriculture, education, digital economy and forest management.
This is a fallout of a working visit by Osun State Commissioner for Federal Affairs, Hon. Adenike Adeleke to the Finland Embassy in Abuja where she was received by the Ambassador, Leena Pylvänäinen.
A bulletin by the Ministry of Information on Saturday stated that a meeting between the Commissioner and the Ambassador explored opportunities for collaboration between Osun State, the Finnish Government, and the organised private sector in Finland.
Speaking during the meeting, Ambassador Leena Pylvänäinen expressed enthusiasm on the possibilities that lie ahead in fostering a partnership with Osun State, stressing that Finland has monitored the developmental strides of Osun State under Governor Ademola Adeleke.
He expressed optimism that the working visit by the Commissioner will mark a significant step towards strengthening ties between the Osun State Government and the Finnish Government.
While expressing gratitude to the Commissioner for the visit, Ambassador Leena Pylvänäinen said the meeting has opened up avenues for partnership that hold the promise of mutual growth and development for both parties.
Speaking earlier, Osun State Commissioner for Federal Affairs, Hon. Adenike Adeleke identified agriculture, sustainable forest management, education, digital technology innovations as the main focus of the collaboration.
She expressed optimism that the meeting with the Finland Ambassador will no doubt serve as a springboard for further discussions on how to forge ahead .
The Commissioner noted that the administration of Senator Ademola Adeleke is always open and welcoming to all initiatives that will drive development and innovation in Osun State.
Osun To Partner Finland On Agric, Tech, Others is first published on The Whistler Newspaper