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Resuscitation of Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited Applauded by Ewu Kingdom's Royal Father - July 29, 2023
On Wednesday, July 26th, 2023, the Onojie (king) of Ewu kingdom in Esan Central, Edo State, Alhaji (Barr) Abdulrazak Isesele Ojiefoh III, paid a historic courtesy visit to Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited, located in Ewu. This visit marked a significant milestone in the revival of the once-moribund factory, which had been inactive for several years. The occasion was graced by the presence of palace chiefs, the Odionwele of Ewu, and heads of clans in Ewu, who joined the royal father in expressing their appreciation for the factory's revitalization and the positive impact it would have on their community. During the visit, Onojie and his entourage were given a tour of the factory premises.
They were particularly impressed by the already operational Feed Mill, boasting a capacity of 10 tons per hour, as well as the ongoing feed/fish mill, which is expected to have a capacity of 15 tons per hour upon completion in the next few months. The renaissance of Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited was made possible by the intervention of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, who took over the ownership of the factory. The royal father, in his address, commended Pastor Chris for his vision and commitment to restoring the factory to its former glory.
By breathing new life into the mill, Pastor Chris has not only created job opportunities but also contributed significantly to the economic development of the entire country.The Onojie, revered ruler of the Ewu Kingdom, also expressed heartfelt gratitude to Pastor Chris for his philanthropic efforts in providing free education to the less privileged children in the community. He noted that the esteemed cleric's dedication to uplifting the underprivileged and empowering them through education has not only earned him profound admiration and respect from the entire kingdom but left an indelible mark on the lives of many individuals in the society. Under the leadership of Pastor Chris, the Ewu community has experienced a remarkable transformation. With a deep sense of compassion and empathy, the pastor recognized the pressing needs of the less fortunate and took it upon himself to alleviate their suffering. The Onojie also took a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of the company's management team, led by the Managing Director, Henry Amenkhienan. He praised their dedication and hard work in spearheading the revitalization
process, expressing his gratitude for their commitment to making the project a success. The royal father emphasized the importance of a strong partnership between the factory and the local community, believing it would foster mutual growth and prosperity. He stressed the readiness of the Ewu community to collaborate and work in synergy with Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited. He expressed his prayers for the company's continued success and positive feedback in its business endeavours.
The Managing Director, esteemed Pastor Henry Amenkhienan, registered his appreciation to the royal father and his entourage for coming, noting the visit elicited nuggets of encouragement for the efforts at placing the community on the world map of the economic pivot. He solicited the continued support, and prayer of the royal father and the entire community for the factory, human capital, and the highly esteemed Pastor Chis Oyakhilome. The visit of the King-Onojie to Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited served as a testament to the significance of the factory's revival and its potential impact on the community and beyond. It highlighted the power of private initiatives in addressing economic challenges and showcased how strategic investments can transform once-dormant industries into thriving contributors to national development. As the factory prepares to expand its operations with the completion of the new feed/fish mill, the future looks promising for Prime Feed and Flour Mills Limited and the people of Ewu. The joint efforts of Pastor Chris, the management team, and the Ewu community have laid a strong foundation for a prosperous and mutually beneficial partnership, one that is expected to have far-reaching effects on the region's economic landscape.