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SENATOR A A KYARI SECURES A 5-YEAR AGRICULTURAL ACTION PLAN WITH BELARUS FOR FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
SENATOR A A KYARI SECURES A 5-YEAR AGRICULTURAL ACTION PLAN WITH BELARUS FOR FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
BY: HON B G GALANGI
The Tinubu-Shettima led Nigerian government has been breaking new frontiers in recent times especially in the area of agriculture and food security.
The latest in the arsenal of achievements recorded by Nigeria’s Honorable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, was the signing of a 5-year action plan geared towards strengthening partnership in Agriculture and Food Security between Federal Republic of Nigeria and Republic of Belarus during a working visit to Minsk, its capital.
The Republic of Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Lithuania, Latvia, Russia, Ukraine and Poland. With a population of about 9.1 million, area of 207,600 square kilometers and a high human development index (HDI), Belarus is global force to reckon with, as it is technologically advanced in mining, manufacturing and agriculture.
During this bilateral working visit, Senator Abubakar Kyari was received by Belarusian First Deputy of Foreign Affairs, Sergie Lukashevich. After fruitful deliberations, both countries signed a 5- action plan which would foster significant growth and development in Agriculture and food security for both nations. The details of the action plan include;
a) Supply of 2000 tractors to Nigeria
b) Supply of 9022 units of assorted agricultural implements
c) Supply of 9022 sets of spare parts
d) Establishment of 52 service centres and training of youths throughout Nigeria
e) Establishment of tractor assembly plants in Nigeria by Belarus through AFTRADE DMCC from 2024 to 2029.
Speaking in an interview with NTA Nation Wide, Senator Abukakar stressed that the dedication to this collaboration reflects shared vision in the future of sustainable agricultural development and mutual benefits for Nigeria and Belarus. Furthermore, the Honorable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security emphasized that the training centres will provide training to youths in the area of operating the mechanized equipment.
In a related incident, Senator Abubakar Habu Kyari thanked the President and Commander in Chief of Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Ahmed Bola Tinubu GCFR for providing visionary leadership especially in Nigeria’s roadmap towards economic recovery.
The Minister also thanked the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima GCFR for bringing the wealth of his expertise and experience to bear in steering the economy of Nigeria to a safer point. Senator Kyari thanked the VP for being a remarkable bridge builder both at Party level, Borno State and the country at large. He prayed God’s divine protection and guidance upon all Nigerian leaders as they navigate through troubled waters of perennial economic woes orchestrated by enemies of the country.
In the same vein, the Honorable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Senator Abubakar Abba Kyari congratulated the Governor of Borno State, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum for being visionary and unrelenting in both human and capital developments.
Senator Abu Kyari congratulated Zulum for winning the Nigerian Union of Journalists Good Governance Award 2024 on Education and the Security Excellence Award of the Institute of the Security and Strategic Studies (ISSS) for his exceptional leadership and innovative strategies and providing humanitarian aid in one of Nigeria’s most challenging regions. Enumerating some of his achievements so far, Senator Kyari thanked Prof Zulum for;
- Approving over 500 post- graduate students to study abroad. This remarkable feat will enable the State to bounce back through quality educational experience in future. Senator Habu Kyari projected that this kind of human capital developments will make Borno State a very elite society in near future.
- Supervising the distribution of food aid to over 52,000 families in seven LGAs of Borno State
- Distributing N100 million to 2000 youth and women to support them in cultivating their farmland.
- Unveiling of water projects in Azare, the headquarters of Hawul Local Government Area and counting.
In conclusion, I am deeply optimistic that Nigeria, through our amiable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Habu Kyari, will bounce back on its feet through agriculture. I see better days ahead as there is light at the end of the tunnel. However, this glorious vision will only come to pass when compatriots maximally encourage and support our leaders.
My several years experience with the Minister has left no iota of doubt at all about his capacity and willingness to answer the clarion call of this great nation, Nigeria.
SENATOR A A KYARI SECURES A 5-YEAR AGRICULTURAL ACTION PLAN WITH BELARUS FOR FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist Informant in Borno
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected informant linked to ISWAP/JAS terrorist groups in Ngamdu, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 6:00 p.m. on May 3 by troops of 154 Battalion at Ngamdu market following sustained surveillance.
The sources disclosed that the suspect had been on a security watchlist prior to his arrest.
According to the sources, items recovered from him include a mobile phone, the sum of ₦1,150, and other sundry materials.
They added that the suspect is currently in military custody and undergoing interrogation.
The sources noted that further investigations are ongoing to establish his role and possible links within terrorist networks operating in the area.
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist Informant in Borno
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have conducted an offensive operation in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, targeting suspected terrorist hideouts and support structures.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:20 a.m. on May 1 by troops of 153 Task Force Battalion, operating alongside volunteer forces and hybrid troops deployed at Kirawa.
The sources disclosed that the joint team advanced to Gakara high ground and Ndova village during the operation.
According to the sources, no direct contact was made with terrorist elements during the mission.
They added, however, that troops destroyed several suspected terrorist logistics and life-support structures identified within the general area.
The sources noted that the operation is part of ongoing clearance efforts aimed at denying insurgents freedom of movement and operational bases within the Gwoza axis.
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have disrupted suspected terrorist movement and assembly in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following a drone-assisted fighting patrol.
Security sources said the operation was launched at about 4:30 p.m. on May 1 after intelligence indicated movement and concentration of terrorist elements around Gallari community.
The sources disclosed that troops of 18 Battalion, deployed at Molai, advanced to the location on a fighting patrol and deployed an aerial surveillance drone ahead of the ground troops.
According to the sources, the drone sighted two terrorist gun trucks concealed under a tree within the area.
They added that troops immediately engaged the targets with 81mm mortar fire, forcing the suspected terrorists to retreat from their position.
The sources noted that the operation effectively disrupted the suspected gathering, while follow-up actions are ongoing to track fleeing elements and deny them freedom of movement in the area.
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist Informant in Borno
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
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