By Khalid Idris Doya The Wunti Al-Khair Foundation has commenced the distribution of 6,000 bags of free Indorama Urea fertilize...
By Khalid Idris Doya
The Wunti Al-Khair Foundation has commenced the distribution of 6,000 bags of free Indorama Urea fertilizer to farmers across Bauchi state in a bid to boost agricultural productivity and strengthen food security in the state.
Speaking at the flag-off distribution in Bauchi on Thursday, the foundation's monitoring and evaluation officer, Abubakar Mohammed ‘Yanmaza, said this is the fourth time that foundation is distributing fertilizer to farmers, particularly less-privileged people in its efforts to support agricultural productivity.
"This initiative aligns with our mission to support farmers, especially the underprivileged, in sustaining agricultural activities. Food security is a critical indicator of a nation’s economic well-being, and we are committed to playing our part," Yanmaza stated.
He explained that the foundation, established to promote health, education, and economic development, considers the fertilizer distribution an integral part of its economic empowerment and community development programs.
'Yanmaza added that strict measures have been put in place to ensure the fertilizer reaches only eligible beneficiaries, "Anyone found diverting the product from its intended purpose will face the consequences," he warned.
Also speaking, Isyaka Isma’il Wunti, another official of the foundation, said the distribution will cover all Bauchi zones and rural areas of the state.
He urged beneficiaries to use the fertilizer appropriately rather than sell it, stressing that the selection process was transparent and targeted at genuine farmers with limited resources.
Isyaka emphasised that the intervention is aimed at reducing the cost burden of fertilizer and helping farmers improve productivity.
Several beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation's founder, Alhaji Bala Maija’ama Wunti, for the gesture.
Emmanuel Samson, one of the beneficiaries, described the support as a timely intervention that would greatly enhance his farming activities; he thanked the Wunti Al-Khair Foundation for the intervention.
Other beneficiary Salisu Muhammad Maidawa also said, "We have nothing to say but to thank the founder. May Allah bless him and fulfill his wishes. This grant came at the right time when we were in dire need of fertilizer."
Many of the recipients pledged to apply the fertilizer properly to improve yields and contribute to food security in the state.
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