Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to advancing mechanized farming and implementing programs to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Shettima made this statement during a relief material distribution launch in Nasarawa State, where over 2,000 households affected by the 2024 floods received aid.
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The Vice President emphasized President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to enhancing citizens’ living standards nationwide, regardless of their backgrounds.
Relief Efforts and Agricultural Development
During his one-day working visit to Nasarawa State, Shettima distributed tractors and rice seedlings to local government chairmen and traditional rulers.
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This initiative aims to support the state’s transition from subsistence farming to inclusive agriculture, aligning with the federal government’s food production program.
State Government’s Commitment
Governor Abdullahi Sule reiterated the state government’s commitment to supporting women and youth in agriculture, enabling their active participation in the sector.
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The state government is working to promote peaceful coexistence and economic empowerment through its policies and programs.
Beneficiary Selection
The beneficiary households were identified based on a fact-finding committee’s report, which assessed communities affected by the 2024 rainy season floods in five local government areas of Toto, Nasarawa, Awe, Doma, and Lafia.
