Senate Withdraws Barau Jibrin's Agricultural Bill Proposal

The Senate has decided to step down the Agricultural Revolution Bill, 2026, which was sponsored by Barau Jibrin, the Deputy Senate President representing Kano North. This decision followed objections from some lawmakers concerning the bill's scope and whether copies had been adequately circulated among senators.

The bill aims to create a comprehensive legal framework to transform Nigeria's agricultural sector by addressing issues such as low productivity, inadequate mechanization, limited irrigation, post-harvest losses, poor access to financing, and insecurity in farming communities. Barau Jibrin emphasized that the legislation would shift agriculture from subsistence to a modern, technology-driven sector, promoting mechanization, irrigation, improved seeds, and agricultural research.

Senator Adamu Aliero from Kebbi Central supported the bill, calling it timely for economic diversification. However, Senator Abdul Ningi from Bauchi Central raised concerns about the bill's structure, suggesting it overlaps with existing agricultural agencies and requires further clarification on its objectives.