Gov Bago pledges support for Tinubu’s Agricultural agenda

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has restated his administration’s commitment to boosting agricultural investment in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s food sovereignty agenda.

Speaking at the 2025 Agric and Export Expo organised by First Bank of Nigeria in Lagos, Governor Bago, who was a special guest of honour, stressed the importance of agricultural investment, pointing out the significant benefits and high returns it offers.

He noted that President Tinubu had already prioritised agriculture through several initiatives that have attracted investors, adding that Niger State is equally committed to supporting and sustaining these policies.

The governor, however, identified lack of access to financing as a major challenge facing farmers and urged First Bank to continue partnering with the government to tackle the issue. He commended the financial institution for creating a platform to promote agribusiness in Nigeria.

Bago also appreciated the Lagos State government for its partnership with Niger State in the agricultural sector, assuring that his administration would continue to harness the state’s vast agricultural potential for the benefit of its people.

The 2025 First Bank Agric and Export Expo, themed “The Fundamentals of Building an Export-Driven Economy”, brought together leaders, investors, and stakeholders to strengthen agriculture and boost export opportunities.

The event was attended by prominent personalities, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari.