Yobe partners World Bank to train 178 extension workers

The Yobe State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, supported by Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL), has trained 178 agricultural extension workers from 17 LGAs. The two-day workshop, held in Damaturu, was part of the State Agric Revitalization Committee’s recommendations and funded by ACReSAL, a World Bank-assisted program. Commissioner Ali Mustapha Goniri highlighted the state’s investment of over N15 billion this year in agricultural inputs and equipment. Each extension worker will receive a motorcycle for better mobility. ACReSAL’s Shehu Mohammed emphasized ongoing capacity building to incorporate modern and climate-smart techniques into agriculture.
Source: BusinessDay

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The Yobe State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, supported by ACReSAL, has trained 178 Agricultural Extension Workers across 17 LGAs, enhancing their ability to deliver agricultural innovations to local farmers. With a N15 billion investment in agricultural inputs and equipment, and new motorcycles for extension workers, the initiative aims to improve resource accessibility and mobility.
The training, which covers modern techniques and climate-smart practices, reflects a commitment to increasing productivity and sustainability. This effort not only boosts local agricultural practices but also aligns with the State Agric Revitalization Committee’s goals, helping farmers adapt to climate challenges and improve their livelihoods.