By: Mukhtar Yahaya Shehu
In a major boost to agricultural development and food security, the Rano Local Government Council has officially flagged off the disbursement of 1,800 bags of subsidized fertilizer to farmers across the local government area.
The flag-off ceremony, which took place at the Rano L.G. Secretariat, was presided over by the council Chairman, who emphasized the council’s unwavering commitment to supporting farmers and revitalizing agricultural production.
Each bag of fertilizer is being offered at a subsidized rate of ₦20,000, a strategic move aimed at making essential agricultural inputs more affordable for local farmers.
In his remarks, the head of agriculture and natural resource department Rano L.G. , Malam Hassan Abdullahi explained that the initiative is part of the council’s deliberate efforts to reduce the burden of farm input costs and encourage increased food production during the rainy season.
Also addressing the gathering, the Director of Personnel Management (D.P.M.), Alhaji Ado Danazumi, commended governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for prioritizing grassroots development through agriculture.
“This gesture shows that this administration is listening to the needs of its people. Agriculture remains the backbone of our local economy, and this intervention will no doubt have a positive impact,” he stated.
In a statement signed by Zonal information officer Rano Rabi’u Khalil Kura Alhaji Ado further assured that the fertilizer distribution would be transparent, inclusive, and fair, targeting only genuine farmers across all wards.
One of the beneficiaries, Alhaji Yunusa Muhammad Rano, expressed deep appreciation on behalf of the farming community, describing the support as timely and impactful.
“This is the third time we are receiving fertilizer at such a subsidized rate. It will go a long way in helping us cultivate more land and improve our harvest. We thank the chairman,the governor and the entire council for remembering us,” he said.
The distribution exercise is part of the Kano state government broader plan to empower rural farmers, improve food availability, and reduce rural poverty.
