fbpx
Connect with us

News

Sesame Farming Is A Source Of Income For 5 Million Farmers In Nigeria.

Published

3 years ago

on

SEsame conference

 

 

 

Governor Dr.Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has said that Kano with its commercial potentials being the biggest agricultural commodity hub in Africa is also the biggest Sesame market in Nigeria.

 

The Governor represented by his Deputy Dr.Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna stated this Thursday in Kano while declaring open a Sesame seed conference with the theme-“Developing the Sesame seed value chain for sustainable growth” organized by the National Sesame Seed Association in collaboration with Kano State Government.

 

According to him, the conference will create an avenue for stakeholders in the industry to identify the most effective ways to promote value chain development in the Sesame seed sector and to also discuss mutually beneficial trade opportunities so as to improve the economic development and livelihood of smallholder farmers.

 

The Governor describes Sesame seed as the most sought cash crop in terms of export value in Nigeria, being one of the fastest-growing sectors due to its foreign exchange earning and as a main source of income for about 5 million smallholder farmers.

Breaking:Kaduna Court Releases EL-Zakzaky

#

He however assured that his administration is committed to enhancing the production of Sesame both in terms of quantity and quality through financing, improved techniques, and productivity.

 

The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Alh.Muhammad Sabo Nanono in his remarks highlighted the interventions given to the National Sesame Seed Association in the development of the sub-sector include the distribution of high yielding black, white, and brown variety sesame seeds to boost productivity.

 

Similarly, he said 20 sesame cleaning machines were also distributed, in addition, 2 model sesame processing centres were established in Nassarawa and Kano States respectively.

 

On her part, the Minister of State for Industries, Trade and Investment Ambassador Maryam Katagum represented by Deputy Director Mr Irimiya Kaura explained that the ministry is committed to providing enabling environment that will enhance the competitiveness of Nigerian agricultural commodities in the global trade.

 

She also revealed that in continuation of developing sesame seed, the ministry is implementing a robust agribusiness and industry development initiative to draw investment to the non-oil sector in the country.

 

Speaking earlier the President Of the National Sesame Seed Association Of Nigeria,Alh. Sherif Balogun stated that for the past 5years they have been working assiduously to promote the sesame seed value chain as well as increasing the production from 300,000 metric tons to over 500,000 tons.

 

He, therefore, called on the public to engage in massive sesame production and processing in order to benefit from government policies like the Anchor Borrowers Programme.

 

While appreciating the Kano State Government for partnering with them in organizing the conference, he also commended Governor Abdullahi Ganduje for his support and effort towards making Kano a destination for agribusiness investment.

 

In a statement by Hassan, Musa Fagge said the event was attended by the Jigawa State Commissioner Of Agriculture Alh. Muhammad Alhassan who represented Gov.Badaru Abubakar, Chairman House Committee on Agricultural Institutions.Mannir Babba Dan Agundi and other stakeholders.

 

 

Related Topics:

News

Mutiu Adepoju Urges NFF to Retain Augustine Eguavoen as Super Eagles Coach

Published

3 hours ago

on

November 22, 2024

By

 

Former international, Mutiu Adepoju, has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to keep Augustine Eguavoen in charge of the Super Eagles.

Eguavoen took charge of the Super Eagles in interim capacity in September.

The 59-year-old guided the team to qualify for AFCON 2025 with three wins, two draws and one defeat.

The NFF are reportedly still planning to hire a foreign coach for the three-time African champions.

Adepoju however said his former teammate should stay in charge of the team.

“I would rate him very well. Number one, we’ve qualified for the AFCON, which is one of the objectives,” he told Brila FM.

“I would say he has done well and is still doing well.

“They should keep encouraging him. I believe he’s getting things done, I will rate him high, let just keep supporting him.”

#

Continue Reading

News

Kano State Hosts 8th Annual Audit Forum to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

Published

21 hours ago

on

November 21, 2024

By

 

The 8th Annual Audit Forum, organized by the Office of the Auditor General of Kano State, was held recently, focusing on strengthening transparency and accountability in public financial management. .

Isma’ila Musa, the Auditor General of Kano State, welcomed the participants and highlighted the constitutional and legal mandates that guide the auditing process. “Sections 125(2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and 36(i) of the Kano State Audit Law, 2021 (as amended) mandate the Office of the Auditor General to audit the accounts and financial statements of the State Government and all Offices and Courts,” he stated.

Musa expressed immense gratitude to His Excellency, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, for his support in making the event possible. “It is very important to note that a strengthened fiscal transparency will help build trust in governance,” he emphasized. He added that the Audit Forum is a reform intended to reduce opportunities for corruption and abuse of public resources, thereby increasing the efficiency of public expenditures.

The Auditor General also acknowledged the contributions of various officials, including the Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Planning and Budget, the Accountant General, the Executive Chairman of Kano Internal Revenue Services, and former Auditors General, among others. “My sincere appreciation to all the invitees here present for honoring our invitation. I wish us a successful 8th Kano State Annual Audit Forum,” Musa concluded.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Honorable Tukur Fagge, praised the exercise for its potential to enhance resource management and ensure the success of the tasks at hand. “This exercise will enhance resources management and will realize the success of the task,” Fagge stated.

Sarkin Shanon Kano, Shehu Muhammad Dankadai, who served as the royal father of the day, also graced the event, adding to the significance of the occasion.

The forum underscored the commitment of the Kano State Government to upholding transparency and accountability, reflecting the administration’s dedication to effective and efficient service delivery.

 

#
Continue Reading

News

Breaking: Former Secretary of Federal Electoral Commission, FEDECO, Ahmadu Kurfi Passes On at 93

Published

1 day ago

on

November 21, 2024

By

Late Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi

 

A former secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi, has passed away.

A family source, Jafar Yakubu, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER about the death of the pioneer secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, who supervised the 1979 general election.

#

 

Jafar Yakubu said Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi died at the age of 93 and his Janaza funeral prayers will take place by 2:30 PM at Kurfi in KATSINA state .

 

Dr. Amadu Kurfi, OFR, was born in 1931. He was a former chairman of the then Marketing Board, former Federal Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Defence, and the first person to acquire a BSc degree in the whole of Katsina State, at University College London in 1957.

 

Continue Reading

Trending