President Tinubu Declares National Emergency on Food Security
In recent Nigeria news, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emphasized an urgent expansion of irrigation at the 6th African Regional Conference on Irrigation and Drainage in Abuja. He highlighted the severe challenges posed by inadequate infrastructure, climate change, and financial constraints affecting Africa’s irrigation framework. The President stressed unlocking Nigeria’s vast irrigable land potential to combat food insecurity and elevate agricultural productivity.
The announcement underscored the importance of projects like ‘Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING),’ which has achieved significant strides in irrigation but requires further efforts. The upcoming SPIN project, in collaboration with the World Bank, aims to address remaining gaps and optimize water resources for food security. Experts at the event, including Governor Babagana Zulum and Dr. Marco Arcieri, stressed the detrimental effects of climate change and called for innovation to empower women and youth in agriculture.
Key Takeaways:
- National efforts are underway to expand irrigation to bolster Nigeria’s food security and agriculture.
- SPIN project will build on past achievements to address gaps and optimize resources.
- Climate change effects pose a significant challenge, necessitating innovative and inclusive strategies.
Original Source: [Link to the original news article about the conference]
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