COVID-19: Jigawa Approves N3.5 Billion To Support Farmers

By Mohammed Abubakar Dutse

The Jigawa state government has approved the sum of N3.5 billion to support 30,000 farmers mostly hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under the programme, farmers were supported with agricultural inputs and assets to vulnerable especially at rural communities to cushion the hard effect.

The commissioner for Information Youth Support and Culture, Sagir Ahmef Musa made this known while briefing reporters on the outcome of State Executive Council, (SEC) meeting in Dutse.

He said the aim is to support 30,000 poor and vulnerable groups under the FADAMA phase IV and V as presented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources to boost food security and improve livelihood.

According to him “Government in collaboration with World Bank seeks to mitigate these challenges and ensure that farmers are able to recover and sustain their livelihoods”

It would be recalled that the state governor, Malam Umar Namadi had promised to support over 30,000 poor and vulnerable before the end of 2024.

He  emphasized the importance of supporting local farmers in overcoming the economic setbacks brought about by the pandemic. 

He reiterated the government’s dedication to prioritizing the welfare of its citizens and ensuring farmers continued with  their productivity amidst ongoing global uncertainties.

Namadi said the initiative is expected to not only mitigate the immediate impact of the pandemic but also contribute to long-term agricultural sustainability and economic growth within the state.