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From Agaju Madugba, Katsina
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots agricultural transformation.
Speaking at the Government House during the flag off of distribution of irrigation equipment and other farm inputs to farmers across the state, Radda described agriculture as the foundation of Katsina’s economy.
The event was organized under the auspices of the Katsina State Community Development Programme (CDP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and the Katsina State Irrigation Authority.
In his address, the Governor said the event was part of his administration’s ongoing vision to empower rural communities and strengthen agriculture.
“Today’s event is not merely a distribution exercise,” the Governor said, adding that. “it is a reflection of our collective commitment to improving the lives of our people, especially our hardworking farmers whose efforts put food on our tables every day.”
He noted that the items being distributed, 4,000 irrigation water pumps, 4,000 knapsack sprayers, herbicides and liquid fertilizers, are part of his government’s deliberate efforts to make farming more productive and profitable while ensuring food security across the state.
He said: “When I assumed office, I made a promise that the government would no longer sit in comfort while our people struggled in silence.
“That promise gave birth to the CDP, a structure that allows the government to listen directly to the people and respond to their real needs.
“These tools belong to our farmers, but more importantly, they belong to the future of Katsina State. Use them wisely to improve your productivity and lift your families out of hardship.” he said.
Also speaking at the programme, the Commissioner for Agriculture, Aliyu Lawal Shargalle, said that, “this initiative will enhance irrigation farming, promote sustainable food production and strengthen our state’s agricultural base.”
