Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has affirmed the commitment of his administration to improving agricultural production for food security, income generation, economic growth and societal wellbeing.
Idris made this pledge during an inspection visit to potato farms in Gulumbe village at Birnin kebbi Local Government Area.
Idris maintained that his administration has provided agricultural inputs and fertilizer to farmers free as incentive to cultivate more yields noting that food abundance is a pre requisite for wealth, peace and security of the people.
He further emphasized Kebbi State’s commitment to adopting new agricultural methods of farming and urged other states to follow its example.
Idris directed the Commissioner for Agriculture to immediately provide farmers with fertilizer.
Editor: Anoyoyo Ogiagboviogie
