The Federal Government has assured the Amana Farmers and Grains Suppliers Association of Nigeria (AFGSAN) of its full support towards achieving sustainable food security in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, gave the assurance when a high-level delegation of the AFGSAN led by its National President, Alhaji Haruna Ahmad Pambegua, paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja.
Sen. Akume noted that the Association needs more support to enable it to do better in boosting food production, stating that the present administration is committed to supporting the group’s efforts. He said, “We will table your request before the President for the needed support to the Association.”
While commending the Association for its contributions so far in boosting food security, the SGF revealed that the Federal Government is investing heavily in revolutionising agriculture through mechanised farming. He said that new tractors and trucks were imported, dams and roads were constructed across the country to boost food production and improve supply chains. Akume urged the Association to assist the government in publicising the ongoing agricultural revolution.
In his remarks, the National President of the Association, Alhaji Haruna Ahmad Pambegua, praised the Tinubu-led administration for implementing policies and programmes that have positively transformed the lives of Nigerians.
He said, “We assure the Federal Government of our total support by contributing our quota towards complementing its efforts in achieving sustainable food security.”
Pambegua also requested that the Federal Government allocate tractors, fertilisers, and farm implements to members at subsidised rates to strengthen their capacity for production, supply, and delivery of farm produce across the country.
The meeting highlights the government’s commitment to agricultural development and food security, aligning with its goal of reducing dependence on food imports and creating opportunities for farmers through mechanised farming, subsidy support, and improved infrastructure for agricultural growth.