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The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has flagged off the distribution of improved seeds, chemicals, and fertilisers to 10,000 farmers across the 16 local government areas of the state for this farming season.

Mr AbdulRazaq said the exercise was part of his administration’s efforts to encourage a bumper harvest and promote food security in the state and Nigeria.

He said the government had targeted 600,000 households, including small-scale farmers, in its recent distribution of farm implements and other supports.

Speaking in Ilorin at the launch of the third batch of the distribution of farm inputs to local farmers, the governor described farmers as the backbone of food security and sustainable economic growth.

“This administration is committed to addressing the challenges in the agricultural sector. Farmers are recognised as the backbone of food security and economic growth. Hence, a rigorous farmer registration process has been set up, ensuring that only genuine farmers benefit,” Mr AbdulRazaq said

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