Jigawa Governor Unveils Aggressive Plan to Transform Agriculture with IITA Partnership
Jigawa State launches Nigeria AgriConnect initiative and CGIAR System Board Dinner at IITA, Ibadan.
In Brief
- •Jigawa State launches Nigeria AgriConnect initiative and CGIAR System Board Dinner at IITA, Ibadan.
- •Governor Umar Namadi announced 60 mechanization centers, 400 tractors, 60 combine harvesters, and nearly 2,000 extension agents to boost productivity.
- •State targets incubating 10,000 entrepreneurs and launching 500 new SMEs through agribusiness incubation program.
- •Partnership with IITA focuses on improved varieties of maize, soybean, cassava, soil health, seed systems, pest management, and youth‑led agribusiness.
- •Jigawa’s 12‑Point Agenda for Greater Jigawa drives investments in irrigation, dry‑season farming, mobile veterinary services across all 287 wards.
Why It Matters
Jigawa’s agricultural transformation strategy seeks to shift the state from subsistence farming to a technology‑driven, commercially viable sector, potentially raising incomes and creating jobs for a largely rural population. By aligning with IITA and CGIAR, the state aims to leverage scientific research and innovation to address key constraints such as mechanization, extension services, and market access, thereby strengthening the entire value chain from production to processing.
Key Details
- Mechanization Centers
- 60
- Tractors
- 400
- Combine Harvesters
- 60
- Extension Agents
- nearly 2,000
- Entrepreneurs Targeted
- 10,000
- SMEs Targeted
- 500
Context & Background
Jigawa State is a leading producer of rice, wheat, and sesame in Nigeria, and its 12‑Point Agenda for Greater Jigawa seeks to modernize agriculture through investment in infrastructure, technology, and human capital.
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