FAO Director General pledges continued fight against food insecurity

Accra (Greater Accra), 16 Mar. '99 - Dr Jacques Diouf, Director General of Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations on Monday pledged to continue the fight against food insecurity in Africa. "I will fight hard to reverse the trend and ensure food security on the African continent", he said. Dr Diof was speaking at a dinner held in his honour by the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Mr Joseph Henry Owusu-Acheampong in Accra. He commended the Government and people of Ghana for the support offered during his electioneering period in 1993 and said Ghana played a major role to ensure his victory. "I am overwhelmed by the Ghanaian hospitality and I will always remember" Dr Diof who was presented with a gift from the Ministry, said. Mr Owusu-Acheampong said during the first term of Dr Diof he did not turn his back to Africa and pledged Ghana's support to him in his endeavours.