The Katsina State Government has said it will invest N30 billion in irrigation farming to boost agriculture in the state.
The governor, Dikko Radda, said this on Monday, after his return from a one-month vacation, adding that he was back with reinvigorated vigour to move the state forward.
He said the aim is to boost irrigation farming and ensure that farmers can farm throughout the year, instead of farming only during the rainy season.
Radda said that part of the amount would be utilised for the setting of agricultural mechanised centres in each of the 34 local government areas in the state.
He added that the centres would be used to train farmers on modern agricultural techniques and supply them with agricultural facilities.
On his visit to China, the governor said that it was aimed at fostering partnerships and investments to develop Katsina state agricultural sector.
“With about 90 per cent of our population engaged in farming, these collaborations will significantly benefit our people and boost our state’s economy,” he added.
The governor also revealed his plans to embark on a tour across the three senatorial zones in the state, to engage stakeholders on community priority-based projects.
He commended his deputy, Alhaji Faruk Jobe, for his exemplary leadership as acting governor and thanked the State House of Assembly for its cooperation in repositioning the state.
