✕ CLOSE Online Special City News Entrepreneurship Environment Factcheck Everything Woman Home Front Islamic Forum Life Xtra Property Travel & Leisure Viewpoint Vox Pop Women In Business Art and Ideas Bookshelf Labour Law Letters
Click Here To Listen To Trust Radio Live

NADF, Niger sign N5bn pact to boost agric production

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and the Niger State government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a N5 billion co-financing initiative aimed at enhancing food production and improving livelihoods in Niger State.

The agreement, signed in Abuja, involves a shared commitment of N2.5 billion each from both parties to fund a large-scale mixed cropping project focusing on rice and maize production across 4,000 hectares.

The initiative targets 4,000 smallholder farmers in three local government areas of the state.

SPONSOR AD

Under the partnership, NADF will provide technical advisory services, as well as monitor and evaluate the project while Niger Foods Company will handle off-take and market access responsibilities for the crops produced.

Speaking on the collaboration, NADF’s Executive Secretary, Muhammed Abu Ibrahim, highlighted the importance of the initiative in achieving food security and economic growth.

“This agreement aims to produce over 20,000 tons of food and impact at least 40,000 lives, creating employment and wealth generation for smallholder farmers and other groups in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.

The Niger State governor, Umar Mohammed Bago, emphasised the need for self-reliance in food production and applauded the initiative as a significant step towards achieving food sovereignty.

“In line with the President’s Food Security Initiative, it is imperative for us to achieve food sovereignty. We have abundant resources-rain, water bodies, and arable land-that must be put to productive use. This initiative, anchored by Niger Foods, represents a bold step in the right direction,” the governor stated.

The N5 billion initiative is expected to enhance food production, create employment opportunities, and improve the livelihoods of thousands of Niger State residents.

Sponsored

Discover the latest trends on Temu! Shop mobile phones, fashion, beauty, home essentials & more. Start exploring now!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Unlock AI's potential! Get top prompts for content, blogs, social media, research, draft proposals and more. Boost creativity start using AI tools today!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Start Affiliate Marketing Today! Learn step-by-step how to set up a blog, find programs, create links, and earn money—beginner-friendly guide inside!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Join our FREE WEBINAR! Discover the 3-step formula to turn WhatsApp into a cash-generating machine. Sign up now and start earning!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Master Facebook Ads! Learn to set up Business Manager, run campaigns, optimize budgets, and drive sales. Start your journey to ad success today!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Unlock your confidence and attract the love you deserve! Learn how to become irresistible to women—start your transformation today!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Join Daily Trust WhatsApp Community For Quick Access To News and Happenings Around You.