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KACRAN Calls on Agriculture Minister to Immediately Address Issue of Food Security
KACRAN Calls on Agriculture Minister to Immediately Address Issue of Food Security
By: Michael Mike
The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has called on the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari to immediately swing into action to address the critical issue of food security in the country, which remains the cornerstone for peace, stability, and nation-building.
The group in a statement by its National President, Hon. Khalil Mohammed Bello, on Sunday said there is the urgent need for Senator Abubakar Kyari to fulfill the high expectations set by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian people in the area of food security.
Bello said: “No doubt President Tinubu, who is one of Nigeria’s most sincere, determined, and visionary leaders since independence, has taken decisive steps to ensure the continuity of governance at all levels. Within moments of assuming office, he implemented critical measures, including the removal of the oil subsidy, to maintain the government’s momentum.
“As Nigeria navigates the complexities of national development, the role of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security becomes increasingly pivotal. Recognizing this, President Tinubu has placed significant trust in Senator Kyari to address the critical issue of food security—a cornerstone for peace, stability, and nation-building.
“KACRAN believes that the appointment of Senator Kyari, with his extensive experience in lawmaking and his commitment to food provision, signifies the President’s dedication to ensuring all Nigerians have access to nutritious and sufficient food. This is further evidenced by the substantial budget allocated to the ministry, confirming its pivotal role in sustaining the government’s agenda.”
He added that: “The frequent consultations between Nigeria’s farmers and the Minister in Abuja underscore the confidence placed in Senator Kyari’s leadership, not only by the President but also by the agricultural community.
“However, KACRAN emphasizes that true justification of this confidence will come from the Minister’s demonstration of capability to supply over two hundred million Nigerians with a diverse and nutritious food supply. To achieve this, KACRAN urges the Minister to administer resources with equity, advocating for a balanced approach to supporting both herders and farmers.”
Bello said: “Given the interdependence of arable farming and the livestock sector, particularly in Northern Nigeria where traditional practices still prevail due to resource limitations, KACRAN calls for a fifty-fifty disbursement strategy in agricultural development funds.”
He also appealed to the Minister to learn from past oversights that favoured arable farming at the expense of the livestock and fisheries sectors, insisting that “a more balanced approach promises a more efficient and productive agricultural system, akin to walking on two strong legs rather than hobbling on one.”
He said: “We trust in the Minister’s capacity to lead the agricultural sector to new heights, under the guidance of God.”
KACRAN Calls on Agriculture Minister to Immediately Address Issue of Food Security
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected kidnapper in Azir community, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Malama that the suspect was apprehended at about 5:00 p.m. on March 28 by troops of 25 Brigade and 19 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at a Forward Operating Base in Azir.
The source disclosed that the suspect was alleged to have been involved in kidnapping activities within the Damboa and Azir general areas.
“During preliminary investigation, the suspect claimed to be a cattle courier operating within Damboa and its environs,” the source said.
He added that one bicycle was recovered from the suspect at the point of arrest.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in troops’ custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA have arrested 58 suspected illegal miners at an illegal gold mining site in Ososo general area, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
A security source disclosed that the suspects were apprehended at about 1:00 p.m. on March 28 during a fighting patrol conducted by troops of 195 Battalion (Rear).
According to the source, the troops stormed the mining site and arrested the suspects without resistance.
“The suspects are currently in troops’ custody for further action,” the source said.
He noted that the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities and other criminal enterprises within Edo State and its environs.
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre (JIFC), have arrested two suspected logistics suppliers to Boko Haram terrorists in Gubio town, Borno State.
A military source disclosed that the suspects, identified as Mal Bunu Gojemi and Zanna Alhaji Mallam, were apprehended at about 11:30 a.m. on Saturday during a joint logistics strangulation operation conducted by troops in the area.
According to the source, the suspects confessed during preliminary interrogation to being long-time suppliers of logistics to the Boko Haram.
Items recovered from them include three mobile phones, a traditional cap, and the sum of N40,000.
“The suspects have since been handed over to operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre for further investigation,” the source said.
He added that the operation was carried out without any incident.
The Nigerian Army and other security agencies have continued to intensify operations aimed at cutting off logistics supply chains to insurgents as part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the North-East.
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
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