Tinubu promises mechanised farming centres in Jigawa by 2027

President Bola Tinubu has stated that Nigeria has enough land, people, and determination to be self-sufficient in food. He promised to set up mechanised farming centres in all six regions of the country.

Tinubu made this promise on Tuesday during a rally in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State.

"We have to invest in agriculture; we will subsidise farming; we will reward small-scale farmers; interest-free loans for farmers are coming; prosperity is coming; food security will happen," he said.

The president mentioned that his government aims to boost agricultural productivity by creating mechanised farming centres across the nation. He also encouraged universities to increase their research and development efforts in agriculture.

"We are going to install mechanised farming centres in six geographical locations. Our universities will be involved in research and development more in agriculture than ever before," he noted.

He reiterated his commitment to providing stable electricity, quality education, and job security if he gets another four years in office.

According to him, "Nigeria needs stable power supply, and this is what we promise to give Nigerians. Besides, we are set to revive the agricultural sector to enhance food security and make food available at low prices for all Nigerians."

Addressing the issue of security, President Tinubu highlighted his administration's efforts to protect lives and properties.

"I’m promising you that we’re working very hard to ensure that we combat insecurity, which has become the greatest enemy of the country.

"We will do so through, among others, enhancing their salaries and making sure we reorganise our security by adequately equipping them," he added.

Talking about education, the president mentioned the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme, which has helped students from different backgrounds access tertiary education and stabilised the academic calendar.

He assured that universities and research centres are getting the funding and modern tools they need to improve local food production.

Tinubu urged Nigerians to ignore opposition candidates who want to bring back the petrol subsidy, saying the policy is gone for good.

He said, "Don’t listen to those who are promising to return fuel subsidy; they’re liars. How do you build more roads? How do you repair the old ones? They don’t have your interest at heart; they only want to take care of their pockets and those of their children."

On infrastructure, the president pointed out the progress in road and rail construction. He assured that a second term would ensure the completion of ongoing projects and the start of new ones.

Tinubu also praised the governor of Jigawa, Umar Namadi, for his efforts in development. He urged voters to re-elect Namadi to continue building on his administration's successes.