In a bid to boost food production and empower rural women, Nigeria’s First Lady has unveiled a N68.9 million support package for women farmers in each state.
Unveiled during an event promoting female-led agribusiness, the initiative will fund training, modern equipment, improved seedlings, and soft loans for women cooperatives.
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“This is about giving our women the tools to support their families and communities,” she said.
Experts and women advocates say the initiative could transform rural economies and promote gender-inclusive development. Implementation kicks off immediately in partnership with state governments.
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