For primary school pupils in Ikun-Ekiti, Wednesdays have become a day to look forward to. Through Ikun Milk Day, an initiative by Promasidor Nigeria, pupils in the community receive fresh milk from Ikun Dairy Farm as part of efforts to support child nutrition and improve community wellbeing.
The weekly
programme takes place every school week, with participating primary schools
across Ikun-Ekiti taking turns to benefit. By bringing fresh milk directly to
school pupils, the initiative connects the farm’s local dairy production with
the nutritional needs of the community.
The
programme and the wider contribution of Ikun Dairy Farm came into focus on
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, during a visit to the facility by the Honourable
Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha (FNIM).
During the
visit, the Minister expressed appreciation to the people of Ikun and Ekiti
State, as well as Promasidor Nigeria, for their contributions to the farm and
the host community. He acknowledged the company’s efforts, particularly its
contributions to the people and children, and encouraged it to sustain and
expand its support.
The Onikun
of Ikun, Oba Olatunde David Olushola, also commended the farm’s contribution to
the community and its importance to the country’s dairy sector. He noted that,
of the six dairy farms established in Nigeria, Ikun Dairy Farm was the only one
that had survived to date, describing it as a facility Nigeria and Ekiti State
could be proud of.
The
traditional ruler called for stronger collaboration among Promasidor Nigeria,
the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development and the Ekiti State Government to
further develop the farm. He also appreciated the company for its contributions
to the community and encouraged it to do more, particularly for its children.
Speaking
on the school milk initiative, Mrs Owolabi Margaret Folake, Headmistress of
AUD/CAC United, Ikun-Ekiti, expressed appreciation for the programme. She said
it had brought excitement to the pupils and had a positive effect on the
school, its teachers, and the wider community.
Located in
Ikun-Ekiti, Moba Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Ikun Dairy Farm is
operated by Promasidor Nigeria in partnership with the Ekiti State Government.
The facility spans over 500 hectares, has over 700 cattle and produces more
than 6,000 litres of fresh milk daily. It also provides over 200 direct jobs
and supports more than 1,000 indirect livelihoods in surrounding communities.
Through
Ikun Milk Day, Promasidor is extending the benefits of the farm beyond milk
production and employment, bringing locally produced fresh milk to children in
its host community. For the pupils, it is a simple but meaningful part of their
weekly routine; for the community, it is another way the farm’s presence is
making a difference in everyday life.
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