Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has said his administration distributed more than 72 bags of fertiliser, 200,000 litres of herbicides, 100 crop residue crushers, and other inputs to farmers across the state.

A statement on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Suleiman Bala Idris, stated that the the 2026 wet-season fertiliser programme was launched at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau, the state capital.

The statement said other agricultural assets distributed included 100 grass choppers, 100 feed milling machines, improved pasture seeds, 20 motorcycles, and 20 mobile phones for agricultural extension agents.

The statement quoted Mr Lawal as saying the programme marked another milestone in his administration’s commitment to revitalising agriculture, strengthening food security, creating sustainable livelihoods, supporting farmers, and repositioning Zamfara State as a major contributor to Nigeria’s agricultural economy.

The governor said, “Zamfara State has vast, fertile land and hardworking people whose history, culture, and economy are rooted in agriculture. Farming is the main livelihood and a key to inclusive growth and sustainable development, helping to fight poverty, banditry, and crime.

“Our communities have long been known for agriculture, livestock, and trade that sustain livelihoods and regional food supply. Agriculture is not just an economic activity; it’s part of our identity, heritage, resilience, and the foundation for prosperity that future generations will continue to build upon.

“Our goal is to restore and expand Zamfara’s farming legacy by shifting from subsistence to productive, tech-driven, market-oriented agriculture. 

“We aim to unlock farmers’ potential through improved inputs, mechanisation, irrigation, extension services, climate-smart methods, and market linkages. This will make Zamfara a leading Nigerian agricultural hub.

“As peace returns, more communities are reopening, more farmlands are under cultivation, and more families are rebuilding their livelihoods. Our responsibility as a government is to sustain this progress by providing the support, infrastructure, and environment our farmers need to succeed.”

Mr Idris said the governor stressed that the state government’s commitment was demonstrated not only through words but also also deliberate action.

He added, “We have strengthened collaboration with the Federal Government, development partners, and international organisations while fulfilling our obligations, including payment of counterpart funds, to ensure full benefits from critical agricultural interventions.

“Through programmes such as FADAMA III, NG-CARES, SPIN, ZACADEP, SAPZ, IFAD-supported initiatives, and other strategic partnerships, thousands of our farmers have benefited from improved seeds, fertilisers, agrochemicals, irrigation facilities, farming equipment, and modern agricultural knowledge.”