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FG Launches Agric Value Chain Project In 7 Northern States
FG Launches Agric Value Chain Project In 7 Northern States
By: Omirin Joshua
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has launched an agricultural value chain project aimed at boosting agricultural production towards achieving food security in the country.
The project, called Value Chain North Project Design Mission, is jointly initiated by the ministry and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
The project, to be executed in seven Northern states, is to benefit 456,000 farmers.
The Director Project Coordinating Unit, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Bukar Musa, said during the project in Maiduguri on Thursday that it would explore all avenues of boosting the agricultural value chain to ensure food security enhanced economy.
“The project will target increased food production as well as improve of livelihood of the citizens,” he said.
“It would ensure we address food insecurity, enhance security of locals, create job opportunity, employment for our teeming youths and ultimately address all of crimes and criminality in our society,” Musa explained.
He explained that stakeholders in agricultural production are expected to bring forward their input to enrich the plan in order to get sustainable project.
The Borno State Commissioner for Agriculture, Engr Bawu Musami represented by the Programme Manager, State Agricultural Development Project, Darman Mohammed, explained that the new project execution would include the distribution of free seeds to farmers, processors and marketers aimed at initiating value addition for agriculture farm produce.
“With this project, We expect the strategic grain reserve to be resuscitated because at the peak of harvest period, farmers experience fall in prices,” Mohammed observed.
He observed further that with the strategic reserves farmers can keep their produce to the time they are guaranteed high profit.
FG Launches Agric Value Chain Project In 7 Northern States
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Two men are receiving treatment at a hospital in Niger State after sustaining serious injuries in a violent altercation reportedly linked to a dispute at an illegal mining site.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in a Fulani settlement near Iwa village in Gurara Local Government Area.
The sources said the matter was reported to the police on April 25 at about 1:30 p.m. after the victims were brought in by the Officer-in-Charge of Iwa Outstation.
According to the sources, the confrontation began on April 24 at about 9:00 a.m. when Jibril Yusuf, 22, allegedly went to the hut of Haruna Tukur, 35, and set him ablaze after a misunderstanding at an illegal mining site.
The sources further stated that Haruna Tukur, in retaliation, attacked Jibril Yusuf with a machete, severing his fingers during the violent exchange.
Both men were rushed to the General Hospital in Gawu Babangida, where they are currently responding to treatment.
Security operatives said investigations have commenced to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident, while the case remains under active review.
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A heavy windstorm following a downpour has caused partial damage to structures at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Paiko, Niger State, leaving two children injured.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred on April 25 at about 8:00 p.m. when strong winds brought down parts of the camp infrastructure during the rainfall.
The sources said police personnel were immediately mobilised to the scene to restore order and provide security, while some corps members were safely evacuated from affected areas.
According to the sources, no loss of life was recorded in the incident.
However, two girls identified as Fati Abdul, 12, and Adewumi Adesola, 11, sustained minor injuries during the incident. They were taken to a medical facility, treated and later discharged.
The sources added that normalcy has since been restored at the camp, while the area remains calm and under observation to ensure continued safety of occupants.
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued a civilian in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in the early hours of April 26 at about 3:00 a.m., when troops on night patrol at Sanga responded to reports of sporadic gunshots along Ungwan Mohammadu village road.
The sources said the troops swiftly moved to the scene and made contact with suspected kidnappers, engaging them in a firefight that forced the criminals to flee.
According to the sources, one civilian who sustained gunshot wounds during the incident was rescued by the troops.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital in Fadan Karshi for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.
The sources added that troops have intensified patrols and are conducting follow-up operations to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks in the area.
Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
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