Dangote To Build Rice Mill In Niger
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State announced plans by the Dangote Group to set up a major rice mill in the state, aiming for an annual capacity of 500,000 metric tons of rice paddy. The mill will be situated between Wushishi and Bida local government areas. Governor Bago disclosed this during a commemorative lecture marking his first year in office at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre in Minna. He mentioned discussions with Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the President of the Dangote Group, in Lagos, where agreements were reached, including delivering five hundred 40ft empty containers from Dangote. These containers are slated for use in establishing farm estates across Niger State, supporting the governor’s agricultural initiative aimed at enhancing food security. Source: DailyTrust
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The announcement of Dangote Group’s plans to establish a large rice mill in Niger State, with a capacity of 500,000 metric tons of rice paddy, marks a significant development for agricultural transformation in Nigeria. This initiative aims to enhance local rice production and promises economic growth and employment opportunities in the state. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s proactive approach to securing containers from Dangote for establishing farm estates further supports his vision for agricultural revitalization and food security. This collaboration highlights the potential of public-private partnerships to drive sustainable agricultural development, leveraging corporate expertise and resources for societal benefit. It underscores the importance of strategic investments in processing infrastructure and upstream agricultural initiatives to strengthen the entire value chain.
