The Federal Government has allocated fertiliser worth over ₦450 million for sale to farmers in Jigawa State at subsidised rates as part of ongoing efforts to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Governor Malam Umar Namadi disclosed this during the Citizens’ Engagement Programme held in Miga, the headquarters of Miga Local Government Area of the state.
According to him, “Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Federal Government has allocated 20 trucks of fertiliser to Jigawa State to be sold at subsidised rates to farmers. This initiative is aimed at supporting farmers with essential inputs and equipment to enhance food production and agricultural business across the state.”
Governor Namadi noted that Miga, being an agrarian area with vast arable land suitable for year-round farming, stands to benefit significantly from the Federal Government’s agricultural support programme.
He explained that his administration’s 12-point agenda aligns with the Renewed Hope vision, placing agriculture and food security as top priorities. “To complement President Tinubu’s efforts, we have introduced several innovations to modernise and transform traditional farming into a mechanised system,” he said.
The governor further announced the establishment of the Jigawa State Farm Service Mechanisation Company Limited, which is designed to provide affordable and efficient mechanisation services to farmers across the state.
“The company will operate a network of service centres equipped with modern tractors, combine harvesters, and other agricultural machinery. We are also seeking qualified and motivated individuals to manage and operate these centres effectively,” he added.
Governor Namadi commended the people of Miga for their warm reception during his visit. As a sign of appreciation, the community presented him with gifts including bags of rice, fish, a ram, sets of special calabashes, and a horse, in recognition of his administration’s contributions to Miga’s development.