The Adamawa State Government has outlined its plans to boost food production through an agricultural livelihood intervention distribution to cooperatives.
A media aide of Governor Umar Fintiri, Muhammad Babayola Toungo, who briefed newsmen in Abuja, said the project is supported by the North-East Multi-Sectoral Crises Recovery Project (MCRP) Adamawa State Project Coordination Unit across all 21 local government areas.
He said the governor, who was represented at the launch of the programme by his Deputy, Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, stressed that the distribution of essential agricultural support, provided by the MCRP Adamawa State Coordination Office, marks a significant milestone in revitalizing Adamawa State’s economic growth and enhancing citizens’ welfare.
He acknowledged the adverse effects of climate change on agricultural productivity and reiterated his administration’s focus on modernizing and transforming the agricultural sector to boost productivity and increase state revenue.
The governor expressed his appreciation for the support from MCRP and other allied entities, highlighting several other programs initiated by his government to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure farmers’ prosperity.
He urged all beneficiaries to optimize the resources provided and adopt modern farming techniques to improve their yields and livelihoods.
The coordinator of the MCRP in the North East, Dr Maurice Vunobolki stressed that the initiative aims to rejuvenate the agricultural sector during challenging times thereby addressing the immediate needs of vulnerable communities.
He stressed that the project goes beyond providing tools and inputs, seeking to restore dignity and hope to farmers, empower youth and women, and contribute to the state’s prosperity.