LDUTSE – The Jigawa State Government has publicly commended the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) for its significant role in transforming the state’s agricultural sector, improving farmer livelihoods, and building resilience against climate change.
The recognition was given by the Managing Director of the Jigawa Agricultural Mechanisation Agency, Dr. Saifullahi, when a team from the international non-profit organization visited his office in Dutse.
Dr. Saifullahi highlighted that the state government recently renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sasakawa, a direct acknowledgment of the positive impact the organization has made.
“Beyond supporting rural farmers with seeds and other inputs, Sasakawa also provides technical training to our Agricultural Extension Workers,” he stated. “This builds their capacity to disseminate new farming techniques and gather feedback from the fields for further research.”
Field Visits Showcase Tangible Impact
The Deputy Country Director of Sasakawa, Dr. Abdulhamid Gambo, explained that the team was in Jigawa on a media tour to assess the impact of their interventions. The goal was to collect testimonials from beneficiary communities for strategic planning and public enlightenment.
During a joint tour of Taura, Dutse, and Birnin Kudu local governments, the tangible benefits of the collaboration were on display. Beneficiary communities exhibited various value-added products made from their agricultural produce, demonstrating an extension of the value chain.
They also showcased food items processed using simple technology that enhances both product quality and hygiene. Community members took journalists to their farms to illustrate how access to new farming techniques and modern implements provided by Sasakawa has led to increased yields and profits.
One beneficiary, Fatima Hassan from Birnin Kudu, expressed her gratitude for an intervention that has provided her family with a more sustainable and prosperous livelihood.
Dr. Gambo assured the Jigawa State government of Sasakawa’s continued collaboration in boosting food production to achieve sustainable food security across the state.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on a media tour and statements from government officials and the Sasakawa Africa Association. The reported benefits are based on field observations and testimonials from program beneficiaries. CDA News supports initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural development and food security in Nigeria.
