The Adamawa government launched a $525,000 World Bank agricultural intervention initiative on Wednesday, March 19th, to help farmers, improve food security, and reduce emissions.

Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri, speaking during the ceremony in Yola, stated that the effort intended to minimise vulnerability and build resilience throughout the state’s communities.

The governor, represented by Deputy Governor Prof. Kaletapwa Farauta, stated that the intervention will create a continuous cycle of entrepreneurial operations, thereby providing an economic safety net for communities and the state.

He underlined the government’s commitment to supporting World Bank initiatives under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) initiative.

Fintiri told stakeholders that the project’s processes would be closely monitored, evaluated, and controlled to ensure their success.

He also called on the Federal Government to embark on the desilting of River Benue to enhance international water transport, irrigation and other economic activities.

Earlier, Dr Aliyu Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, noted that the partnership between the federal government and Adamawa State under ACReSAL aimed to boost food security.

Abdullahi explained that the project covered all 774 local government areas (LGAs) in the country, with each council benefiting based on its comparative and competitive advantages.

“Farmers will receive support in cultivating high-yield crops, which will reduce production costs.

“Modern technology will also be available to ensure that food produced meets required nutritional standards,” Abdullahi said.

Similarly, Dr Ibrahim Chinda, ACReSAL State Coordinator, said the initiative would promote sustainability in natural resource management.

He stated that the program would address both climate change and deforestation across communities.

Meanwhile, Malam Raji Isa, a beneficiary and farmer from Saminaka Cooperative Society, praised the initiative, stating that it will enhance livelihoods and increase companies.

Source: NAN News