In a game-changing development for Niger State, Governor Umar Bago revealed that farmers are eagerly returning to their fields, signaling a resurgence in agricultural activity. Following a crucial meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Governor Bago articulated the state’s pivotal role as a vanguard of food security and its proactive strides towards agricultural advancement.

Governor Bago underscored Niger State’s lead in bolstering the President’s vision for agricultural expansion, affirming the state’s initiation of 250,000 hectares of dry season farming as a significant leap forward. Moreover, he expressed the state’s commitment to spearhead the ambitious 500,000-hectare agricultural production initiative outlined in President Tinubu’s New Year message, positioning itself as a trailblazer for this transformative project.

Highlighting the state’s proactive measures, Governor Bago emphasized the signing of agreements with key companies for off-take, a testament to the state’s strategic approach to agricultural development. By offering to pilot the planned 500,000 hectares of agricultural production, Niger State has positioned itself at the forefront of driving agricultural rejuvenation and aligning with the Federal Government’s ambitious goals.

President Tinubu’s New Year address emphasized the paramount importance of agriculture and the far-reaching significance of the 500,000-hectare agricultural project slated for 2024. Governor Bago’s optimistic outlook, coupled with the President’s unwavering support, signals a promising trajectory for Niger State’s agricultural landscape, underscoring its pivotal role in the nation’s agricultural resurgence.

As Niger State emerges as a catalyst for agricultural growth, Governor Bago’s meeting with President Tinubu amplifies the state’s resounding commitment to agricultural revitalization, encapsulating a transformative narrative of progress and promise.