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Agriculture accounts for 80 percent of employment opportunities in Yobe, says Gov. Buni
Agriculture accounts for 80 percent of employment opportunities in Yobe, says Gov. Buni
By: Yahaya Wakili
Agriculture is the mainstay of the Yobe state economy, which employs 80% of our people, and it plays a key role in women and youth empowerment, employment generation, and poverty alleviation, among others.
Governor Mai Mala Buni CON disclosed this to newsmen in Damaturu when he celebrated his five years in office.
He said that when we came on board, we realized that the sector was largely characterized by traditional practices of subsistence farming.
“This therefore propelled us to organize an agricultural summit in 2019 to chart a course for agricultural transformation to enhance food sufficiency and food security and to make agriculture more profitable” he said.
Buni further revealed that the outcome of the summit culminated in the formation of a steering committee on the revitalization of agriculture, which, in conjunction with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, developed the state sector strategic plan.
“In realization of this, the government procured 7500 metric tons (250 tracks) of NPK fertilizer for the 2019/2020 cropping season and sold it to farmers at a highly subsidized price of $5,000 per bag, and the government has now placed emphasis on the dry-season cultivation of crops to further boost production for the attainment of food security in the state.
In addition, the government also procured 1500 metric tons (50 trucks) of NPK fertilizer to support 2022–2023 irrigation farming in the state, and these fertilizers have since been distributed and sold at a subsidized rate of $13,000 per bag through open market sales to the general public.
Buni said, through a public-private partnership, the government procured 1,500 metric tons of Neem-coated NPK fertilizer to support rain-fed crop production for the 2023 farming season. Under this arrangement, a company supplied the fertilizer at a cost of $25,000 per bag, while the government, on its part, sold the fertilizer to farmers at a rate of $13,000 per bag.
According to him, Yobe State Government and the Federal Government have agreed on mutual collaboration to establish Livestock Development Centers (LDC) in the three Senatorial Districts in the state in phases, starting with Jakusko/Nasari LDC (Zone C) in 2021/2022. Gurjaji LDC (Zone B) in 2022/2023, and Bade Gana LDC (Zone A) in 2023/2024.
“These products consist of the following facilities: Veterinary and Human Clinics, Milk Center and Milking Parlor, Artificial Insemination Unit and Small Ruminant Multiplication Unit, 50 units of Hardsmen’s Settlement, Feed Mill and Feedlot (5 Nos.), Earth Dams and Aquaculture Administrative Block, Security Outpost, Primary School, Tractors, and Planters
Others include harvesters, lawn mowers, ambulatory vehicles, the renovation of loading ramps and pastures, the construction of a wherehouse, the construction of a 6.0-kilometer access road, and the provision of electricity.
Agriculture accounts for 80 percent of employment opportunities in Yobe, says Gov. Buni
Police launch search for oba of bayagan ile reported missing in kwara
By: Zagazola Makama
The police in Kwara State have launched a search for the Oba of Bayagan Ile Village, HRH Kamildeen Abdul Salam, who was reported missing on Saturday.
According to the sources, the traditional ruler left his home for his farm at about 7:00 a.m. on Nov. 29 but failed to return by 2:00 p.m. for lunch. His wife and family members traced him to the farm but could not locate him.
Investigators discovered the Oba’s motorcycle abandoned in the bush along the roadside, prompting a report to the police.
The Divisional Police Officer, Zulu, has mobilised a team of officers and local vigilantes to search for the traditional ruler.
Police confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and efforts to locate HRH Kamildeen Abdul Salam are continuing.
Police launch search for oba of bayagan ile reported missing in kwara
Two CPG members killed, one injured in Zamfara bandit attack
By: Zagazola Makama
Two members of the Civilian Protection Group (CPG) were shot dead, while another was injured in an ambush by armed bandits in Dansadau, Zamfara State.
Zagazola Makama report that the attack occurred on Saturday at about 5:00 p.m. while the CPG members were travelling from Dantudu to Dansadau.
The injured member, identified as Kamal Yaron Malam, sustained gunshot wounds and was taken to Dansadau General Hospital for treatment.
The bodies of the deceased were also taken to the hospital for autopsy before being released to their families for burial according to Islamic rites.
Local residents expressed concern over the growing spate of bandit attacks in the area.
Two CPG members killed, one injured in Zamfara bandit attack
Cuban Embassy Honours Fidel Castro Nine Years After His Passing
By: Michael Mike
The Cuban Embassy in Nigeria has held a commemorative gathering to mark nine years since the death of Fidel Castro, with Ambassador Miriam Morales Palmero leading the tribute to the late Cuban leader whose influence, she said, continues to shape global struggles for justice.
Addressing diplomats, government officials, and members of Nigeria’s Cuba-friendship community, Ambassador Morales Palmero said the annual remembrance carries deep meaning for the Cuban people and remains a moment to reflect on the principles Castro championed throughout his lifetime.
She thanked attendees for what she described as a visible expression of the strong ties between Cuba and Nigeria, noting that solidarity between both nations “remains a living and unbreakable link.”
The ambassador described Castro as a figure whose impact went far beyond politics. She portrayed him as a global moral voice, committed to defending the disadvantaged and speaking out against oppression in all forms.
She said: “His (Castro) life was defined by dedication to just causes,” adding that his legacy reaches beyond Cuba’s borders to all who pursue a more equitable world.
Morales Palmero also highlighted Castro’s longstanding connection to Africa, recalling his admiration for countries on the continent and the mutual respect he cultivated with African leaders and liberation movements. According to her, Castro viewed Africa not only as a partner but as a source of resilience and inspiration.
Although Castro died in 2016, the envoy emphasized that his influence persists. She told the audience that Castro’s ideals, consistency, and loyalty to principle continue to serve as a guide for people who remain committed to justice and dignity. “Fidel did not disappear,” she said. “His example endures.”
The programme featured the screening of the documentary “Fidel is Fidel,” which presents key moments from Castro’s life and leadership. Organizers said the film was chosen to give audiences a renewed sense of the personal qualities—discipline, conviction, and humanity—that shaped his decades of public service.
The evening ended with expressions of continued friendship between Cuba and Nigeria, reaffirming shared commitments to solidarity and cooperation—values central to Castro’s worldview.
Cuban Embassy Honours Fidel Castro Nine Years After His Passing
Police launch search for oba of bayagan ile reported missing in kwara
Two CPG members killed, one injured in Zamfara bandit attack
Cuban Embassy Honours Fidel Castro Nine Years After His Passing
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