Governor Umar Bago unveils ambitious plan for Niger State’s N1 trillion revenue

Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has revealed a bold vision for his administration, aiming to achieve a staggering N1 trillion in revenue through the Niger Food Security and Logistics Company over the next five years. This ambitious plan, as disclosed by Abdullberqy Ebbo, the Special Adviser on Digital Media and Strategy to the Governor, is poised to bring significant economic benefits to the state.

The initiative intends to engage over 100,000 farmers, cultivating vast expanses of land exceeding 100,000 hectares across Niger State. The statement highlights that a pivotal agreement has been formalized between Mr. Sammy Adigun, Chairman of Niger Foods, and Sadik Kassim, the Executive Director of TGI Group—an essential commodity off-takers firm.

The signing ceremony, witnessed by prominent figures including the Chairman of Union Bank and the Executive Vice Chairman of TGI Group, Malam Faruk Gumel, marks a critical step in realizing the expansive revenue-generating plan for Niger State. As the administration aims to foster agricultural development and economic growth, the successful implementation of this vision is poised to bring about transformative changes in the state’s financial landscape.