He stated that it is critical for decision makers to plan ahead of such danger looming and proffer lasting solutions.
Mr Shettima hinted about the possibility of engaging the private sector in tackling floods and other natural disasters.
He said that the local production target is 2,000 tractors yearly to boost food production.
“In doing so, we will not only achieve food security in tandem with the SDGs but also build a prosperous and resilient nation.”
It will also create jobs for farmers, especially women and youths.
Governor Yahaya Bello’s government says it plans to plant 17,166 trees across the state to check climate change and promote smart agriculture.
The hope is that a globally binding agreement can be forged to minimise the harmful effects of plastic pollution on the environment and human health.
“We are experiencing bumper harvest. So, we expect more rice in the market for consumers this season,” the rice miller association said
Nigeria says it will scale up agricultural production and assist smallholder farmers through technology adoption.
The death toll and number of people displaced were likely to rise further because floodwaters trapped many people, said the Somali Disaster Management Agency.
