Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to leveraging global partnerships to modernize agriculture and enhance food security.
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Muhammad Gumel, stated this in a press statement issued to DAILY POST on Wednesday.
According to the statement, the Governor disclosed this in Senegal when he led a high-powered delegation to the Africa Food Systems Summit in Dakar to explore new agricultural partnerships aimed at transforming the state’s food systems and driving inclusive economic growth.
He explained that agriculture is a central pillar of his administration’s 12-Point Agenda under the vision of building “a Greater Jigawa.”
“Jigawa is already Nigeria’s leading producer of wheat, rice, sesame, and hibiscus flower,” Namadi said.
“We will continue to build on these achievements and utilize the full potential of our vast arable land and resilient farming population.”
The statement said that during the summit, Governor Namadi met with Mr. Hailemariam Dessalegn, Chairman of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), on ways of strengthening collaboration between Jigawa and AGRA.
The discussions focused on practical strategies to boost productivity, strengthen market access, and improve the competitiveness of rice and wheat farmers.
The summit, which runs from September 1 to 4, 2025, brings together leaders, development partners, and private sector stakeholders from across Africa to deliberate on building resilient and sustainable food systems.
Jigawa targets food security through Africa Food Systems Summit
