In a groundbreaking revelation, President Bola Tinubu has thrown down the gauntlet, pledging to unveil a comprehensive plan that could resolve the long-standing farmers/herders’ clashes within a mere two to three weeks! Speaking passionately during the inauguration of the remodelled Minna airport terminal, Tinubu called on governors to provide the necessary land, setting the stage for an unprecedented solution to a nationwide crisis.
🚜 Agricultural Revolution Unleashed: The Niger State Agenda!
Amidst the grandeur of inaugurating the airport and commissioning state-of-the-art agro-processing equipment, President Tinubu commended the bold steps taken by Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, in spearheading an agricultural revolution. He emphasized the urgent need to address the challenges posed by roaming cows decimating farmers’ crops and asserted that with proper reorientation of herders and strategic provision for cattle rearing, the nation’s problems would be swiftly alleviated.
💡 Call to Action: Governors, Provide the Land!
President Tinubu, addressing the state governors directly, exclaimed, “To all the governors, provide the land, and I, as the president, am committed to delivering a comprehensive program within two to three weeks that will solve this problem.” The president also urged governors to form groups for cultivating crops where they have a comparative advantage, a move he believes will generate income and provide employment for the youth.
💰 Relief for Workers: President Advocates Prompt Payment!
Switching gears, Tinubu passionately appealed to governors to quickly pay the N30,000 wage award to workers, emphasizing the importance of relieving financial stress and fostering industrial harmony. With an unwavering commitment to the well-being of the nation’s workforce, Tinubu insisted that, given the available resources, states are well-positioned to fulfill the wage award and meet existing salary obligations.
📈 Agricultural Mechanization: Nigeria’s Path to Food Security!
Amidst the revelry, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, unveiled a monumental development – the federal government’s agreement with the Brazilian government and German Deutsch Bank Group to secure a €995 million facility for the Green Imperative Programme. This initiative, set to establish mechanization hubs across all 774 local government areas, aims to transform Nigeria’s agricultural landscape.
🌐 Diplomatic Endeavors: Tinubu’s Talks with Former Heads of State!
President Tinubu’s visit to Minna also included crucial discussions with former Nigerian Heads of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida and General Abdulsalami Abubakar, highlighting a commitment to advancing the nation’s interests and addressing challenges head-on.
As Nigeria stands at the precipice of transformative change, President Tinubu’s bold promises and strategic initiatives are poised to reshape the nation’s future. Stay tuned for more updates on this dynamic journey towards progress and prosperity! 🌍🇳🇬