Kebbi Distributes Fertilizer and Seeds to 120,000 Farmers

The Kebbi State government, led by Governor Nasir Idris, has commenced the distribution of 110 truckloads of fertilizer and 100 metric tons of improved seeds to 120,000 farmers across the state. This initiative aims to boost agricultural productivity and strengthen climate resilience during the 2026 rainy season.

The program was officially launched in Birnin Kebbi, with the governor emphasizing the importance of these interventions in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change on farming. The distribution includes 6,000 metric tons of NPK fertilizer across 3,743 polling units to ensure that genuine farmers benefit rather than middlemen.

Additionally, 100 metric tons of drought-tolerant, early-maturing millet and rice seeds are part of the third phase of the climate change adaptation seed support program. Governor Idris also mentioned other agricultural interventions, including the procurement of 5,000 power tillers and the distribution of solar-powered irrigation pumps to enhance irrigation and reduce dependence on rainfall.