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Improve Access Roads for Plateau State Farmers to Tackle Food Insecurity – Dr. Haggai Gutap
In a bid to address lingering hunger and exorbitant food prices, the Plateau State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers by improving access roads within farming communities. This initiative aims to encourage large-scale farming and transform Plateau State into a leading agricultural production hub in Nigeria.
Dr. Haggai Gutap, Technical Head of NG-CARES in Plateau State, emphasized this commitment during a tour of project sites within farming communities in the Central Zone of Plateau State. The visit was conducted by the State Cares Coordinating Unit of the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Program.
“Our focus is on reducing unemployment, enhancing food security, and improving infrastructure to stimulate economic growth in Plateau State,”
The initiative is designed to help farmers transition from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture, leveraging Plateau State’s favorable weather conditions. “Our vision is to lead in agricultural production. Beyond infrastructure, we are also addressing challenges in education and healthcare, ensuring that schools and hospitals receive the necessary interventions to improve their services,” Dr. Gutap added.
Hon. Markus Artu, Transition Committee Chairman for Mangu LGA, praised the initiative, noting its significance for rural communities. “This intervention is timely and crucial. It will open up rural areas, facilitating the transport of agricultural goods to markets and boosting economic activities. Mangu LGA, predominantly an agrarian society, will greatly benefit from improved access roads,” he stated.
The government’s proactive approach and collaboration with stakeholders are central to the project’s success. “We have a leadership that is people-centered and innovative. Dr. Haggai and his team are aligning with the governor’s larger agenda to transform governance and improve livelihoods. This project will make farming an attractive venture, particularly for the youth,” Hon. Artu concluded.
The government’s commitment to fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient project implementation underscores its dedication to driving Plateau State’s economic development and agricultural prosperity.
The Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) program is a World Bank-supported initiative aimed at mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic by supporting communities and improving infrastructure across Nigeria.
The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has declared that it would not endorse any politician or political party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Chairman, Board of Trustees of the League, Sheikh Muhammad Habibullah Adam Abdullahi El-Ilory, made this declaration at the opening of a three-day conference organised by the League for Imams, Alfas, political office holders and traditional rulers.
The event, which took place in Ibadan on Saturday, was attended by Governor Seyi Makinde, President of the League, Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere, Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdulganiy Abubakar, Alfa Agba of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdulbari Adetunji, Grand Mufti of Yorubaland, Sheikh AbdulRasaq AbdulAzeez Ishola, Secretary General of the League, Sheikh Mustapha Oseni Adewale Hamzat and Chairman, Oyo State Pilgrim Welfare Board (Muslim Wing) Sheikh Hashim Atere and Professor Kamil Olosho.
Others are Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Alhaji Daud Akinola, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi, Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Afolabi Olaoye, Onigbeti of Igbeti, Oba Bashir Abioye, Professor Amidu Sanni, Professor Adam Surajudeen and Iyalode Adini of Yorubaland, Alhaja Sedeekat Aderibigbe, alongside other notable Islamic clerics, scholars and Muslims from Oyo, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Lagos and Ondo states.
Abdullahi El-Ilory while speaking on behalf of the League, explained that the group cannot declare support or announce any politician or political party as its choice for the forthcoming general elections.
He explained that the only thing the League can do and is still doing is to pray to God to give Nigerians credible leaders that will make life more meaningful for the citizens.
Abdullahi El-Ilory said, "We are religious leaders, we are not politicians, but we are the fathers of politicians. We will not declare support for any political party or politicians.
"We the league of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland cannot declare support or announce our support for any politician or political party. We can only pray to God for Him to give us credible leaders."
Makinde, while addressing the gathering, urged Nigerians to see themselves as one.
He advised Muslim clerics not to allow people to use religion to cause confusion in the forthcoming general elections.
Kewulere, in his contribution, noted that the focus of clerics should be to guide the people and preach the religion of Islam.
He said, "We are not politicians. An Imam is not supposed to be involved in politics. Our focus should be to guide people and preach the religion of Islam in line with the Islamic principles."
Ishola, on his part, explained that the programme was organised in order to ensure unity and cooperation among Muslims in Yorubaland before, during and after the general elections.
2027: We won’t endorse any politician, political party – Yoruba Imams, Alfas
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