Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has tasked youths in the state to massively engage in agricultural activities for food sufficiency and food security.
The governor gave the charge during the flag-off ceremony for the distribution of 30,000 bags of rice donated by the Aliko Dangote Foundation.
He assured the youth that his administration would continue to support agricultural development in the state through the provision of more machines and equipment, improved seeds, pesticides, and insecticides to make agriculture attractive, lucrative, and profitable.
“To my good people of Yobe State, as we prepare for this year's cropping season, I urge you to massively engage in agriculture to ensure food sufficiency and food security,” he said.
Governor Buni explained that the food donation is another show of solidarity and continued support for ongoing efforts to improve food security among vulnerable populations, displaced persons, and victims of recent fire outbreaks in some communities.
He appreciated other development partners who have consistently aligned with the state's policies and supported its stability, recovery, and sustainable development programmes.
