Katsina Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has launched a N5.7 billion Goat Rearing Initiative Programme, targeting 40,000 beneficiaries across the stateThe initiative, according to Radda, aims to empower local farmers, particularly women, through training in modern livestock management and financial supportThe governor detailed how residents will benefit from the initiative as he thanked President Bola Tinubu for creating the Ministry of Livestock Development
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Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina state has commenced the distribution of 40,000 goats under an ambitious Goat Rearing Initiative Programme with a vision to position the state as a leading powerhouse in livestock production.
Katsina governor commences distribution of 40,000 goats to farmers.
Photo credit: Kastina state government, Dr. Dikko Umaru Radda
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Katsina’s goat rearing initiative targets 40,000 farmers
Governor Radda outlined the initiative’s transformative vision while addressing the beneficiaries of the programme and stakeholders in Daura Local Government Area of Katsina, on Monday, February 17.
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The initiative, specifically targets women’s economic empowerment through the Ministry of Women Affairs and community-level committees.
Emphasising the holistic nature of the programme, Mr Radda announced plans for extensive training in modern livestock management.
“The Goat Rearing Initiative which cost N5.7 billion is designed to empower local farmers, especially women groups, through the Ministry of Women Affairs and community level committees by providing them with the resources, training, and support they need to rear goats successfully,” Governor Radda explained.
Radda thanks Tinubu
Governor Radda also acknowledged the alignment of the initiative with national agricultural policies.
He thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the creating the Ministry of Livestock development and assured that his administration is committed to supporting farmers with available resources.
Governor Radda said:
“We want to thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for creating the Ministry of Livestock Development in the nation.
“The state government would remain steadfast in our commitment to support our farmers in every possible way.”
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Goat Rearing Initiative: Radda speaks on distribution process
As reported by PremiumTimes, the initiative includes provisions for infrastructure development and financial support.
Governor Radda also detailed the distribution framework for the state’s transformative Goat Rearing Initiative.
He outlined the initiative’s inclusive selection process and distribution strategy.
“We’ll not only invest in infrastructure but also provide access to affordable financing to facilitate the growth of goat rearing business,” Mr Radda stressed.
“About 40,000 heads of goats have been earmarked for distribution to successful beneficiaries which were selected purely by the community level committee across the 361 wards of the state.”
“We have not allowed any personal interest to interfere with the selection process of these beneficiaries,” the governor pointed out.
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FG launches farmer registry
In another development, Henzodaily.ng reported that the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) launched a NIN-backed farmer registry to link farmers to farmlands and provide targeted government support.
The initiative aimed to enhance transparency and efficiency in agricultural services as part of President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda prioritising food security.
The NIN-backed registry, connected to the G2P card system, was designed to facilitate secure delivery of agricultural services and minimise fraud.
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