Invest more in agriculture to boost food security, law maker charges FG

“Senator Shuaib Salisu (Ogun Central) urged the Nigerian Federal Government to invest more in agriculture to enhance food security and boost the nation’s GDP. Speaking at the Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association 2024 National Reunion Conference, Salisu emphasized agriculture as crucial for addressing Nigeria’s economic challenges. He advocated for long-term economic policies over temporary palliatives and encouraged youth to engage in farming to increase food production. Source: The Guardian

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Senator Shuaib Salisu emphasizes the pivotal role of agriculture in addressing Nigeria’s food security challenges and boosting economic growth. He underscores the need for increased government investment in agriculture to enhance food sufficiency and alleviate economic hardships facing the nation. Salisu advocates for a review of economic policies to prioritize agriculture and elevate its status as the nation’s economic bedrock. Highlighting the temporary nature of recent palliatives, Salisu stresses the importance of long-term solutions to economic challenges, with agriculture playing a central role. He expresses confidence in Nigeria’s ability to overcome its current difficulties, urging a shift towards sustainable farming practices.
Salisu’s call for youth involvement in agriculture reflects the potential for demographic dividends and increased food production. Encouraging youth to embrace farming as an alternative enterprise aligns with broader efforts to harness the demographic dividend and address unemployment. Overall, Salisu’s remarks underscore the urgent need for strategic investments and policy reforms to unlock the full potential of agriculture in Nigeria, ensuring food security and economic prosperity.”