The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has commended the Jigawa State Government for dedicating 40,000 hectares of land for dry season wheat farming, as the Jigawa Governor pledges not to disappoint the Nigerian people.
During a visit to Jigawa State, Senator Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, commended the Governor, Umar Namadi, for swiftly responding to the Ministry's plans for Dry Season Wheat Farming. The Minister also praised an investor named Mallam Alu for his efforts in establishing Mallam Alu Agro-Allied Company Limited, a firm aimed at boosting agriculture in Jigawa State. Senator Kyari stressed the importance of developing local solutions in the agricultural sector and encouraged the establishment of more local firms to enhance agricultural transformation and food security.
Furthermore, he acknowledged the challenges facing farmers, including limited farmland, insecurity, and flooding, which contribute to food shortages. Senator Kyari expressed hope that the Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, is actively addressing these challenges as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda. The Governor, Umar Namadi, expressed gratitude for the Minister's visit and mentioned that 40,000 hectares out of 50,000 hectares have been allocated for dry season wheat farming.
Namadi said, “Honourable Minister, on behalf of the people and Government of Jigawa state, We want to say a very big thank you.
“I am sure Jigawa State is the first State you have visited under this programme. This shows the kind of love you have for us and this also explains the bond of relationships between Jigawa State and the Honourable Minister.
“Out of the 50,000 hectares you offer us 40,000 hectares for the dry season wheat Farming. This is a confidence you have reposed on us and I want to assure you that Jigawa will not fail you.
“In Jigawa State, we are used to taking challenges and our farmers are ready and our people in the Ministry of Agriculture are dedicated.”
