President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has facilitated a $2.5 billion livestock investment in Borgu Kingdom, courtesy of a Brazilian firm renowned as...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has facilitated a $2.5 billion livestock investment in Borgu Kingdom, courtesy of a Brazilian firm renowned as one of the world's leading meat processing enterprises.
The announcement was made by Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago during his visit to New Bussa, where he addressed the people of Borgu Kingdom.
Governor Bago explained that the investment would involve the establishment of livestock, rice, and maize farms, among other agricultural projects, on 1.2 million hectares of land along the Niger State segment of the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway project.
He highlighted President Tinubu's commitment to the development of Borgu Kingdom, noting that as the "Jagaban Borgu," the President is passionate about the region's progress and the prosperity of Niger State as a whole.
The governor urged residents to continue supporting the APC-led administration at all levels to ensure accelerated development and improved living standards.
Reiterating his dedication to delivering more democratic dividends, Governor Bago announced a donation of ₦100 million to Borgu women cooperative groups to promote economic empowerment and self-reliance.
During his visit, the governor also inspected the recently renovated New Bussa abattoir, a project completed under the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES). He described the facility as impressive and a testament to the government’s commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity.
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