July 26, (THEWILL) – The Senator representing Kano South Senatorial District, Suleiman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for approving N2.5 billion to revive the Kafin-Chiri irrigation scheme.
Senator Sumaila, in a statement circulated to newsmen in Kano on Friday, said the scheme would significantly contribute to the enhancement of agricultural productivity in the state.
“The extension of the Kano irrigation scheme around the Garko-Sumaila axis is a pivotal initiative that will create over 500 direct and indirect job opportunities, thereby uplifting livelihoods and promoting economic growth.
“The project’s dedication to bolstering food production in Kano State deserves praise as it underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring food security and prosperity for its citizens.
“I am, therefore, encouraging farmers in the region to seize this opportunity and leverage the reactivated irrigation scheme to increase their agricultural output.
“I urge the farming community to collaborate with the authorities, embrace modern farming techniques, and capitalise on this generous gesture by the government,” Sumaila said.
The lawmaker added that by working hand-in-hand with the government, farmers in the area can maximise the benefits of the reactivated irrigation scheme to propel Kano State to greater agricultural self-sufficiency and prosperity.
“The people of the area should join hands in celebrating this landmark initiative and strive towards a future of abundant harvests and economic prosperity,” he added.
Abdullahi Yusuf is a seasoned journalist, communicator and was previously the Deputy Editor-In-Chief and Zonal Manager, News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, Jos, where he retired on December 15, 2021
