Borno: NALDA Commissions Centre For Agro Job Creation

NALDA has launched an empowerment center in Zawiya village, Borno State, featuring 120 housing units, solar-powered boreholes, fish ponds, poultry houses, and goat pens. Led by Prince Paul Ikonne, the initiative aims to spur youth interest in agriculture with startup packs for entrepreneurial ventures. Training in fishery, poultry, and animal husbandry is provided to empower women and youth, promoting job creation and food security. The nationwide recruitment of 250,000 agri-enthusiasts and the rural housing scheme highlight NALDA’s commitment to agricultural development. Source: Daily Trust

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NALDA has launched an empowerment center in Zawiya village, Borno State, designed to revolutionize agriculture and alleviate poverty. This state-of-the-art center features 120 housing units, solar-powered boreholes, and extensive facilities, including fish ponds, poultry houses, and goat pens. Prince Paul Ikonne, leading the initiative, aims to inspire young Nigerians to embrace agriculture by providing startup packs for agricultural businesses, thereby reducing unemployment and enhancing food security.
The center offers specialized training in fisheries, poultry, animal husbandry, and raffia grass fields, targeting job creation among women and youth. With the official endorsement from Professor Babagana Zulum, Governor of Borno State, NALDA plans to expand its impact nationwide, aiming to recruit 250,000 agricultural enthusiasts. Additionally, NALDA’s rural housing scheme contributes to regional development, signaling a promising future for agriculture and broader economic growth.