The Kogi State Government has launched a ₦3.2 billion fertilizer distribution program targeting over 30,000 smallholder farmers across its 21 Local Government Areas.
The initiative is part of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s broader agricultural transformation agenda aimed at increasing food production and enhancing agribusiness opportunities.
Commissioner for Agriculture, Hon. Timothy Ojomah, disclosed the development during a meeting with the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah.
He explained that the distribution is focused on key staple crops such as rice, maize, and cassava, all of which are vital to the state’s food economy and rural livelihoods.
According to Hon. Ojomah, the farmers were carefully selected through a 2024 enumeration and verification process in collaboration with commodity associations and local stakeholders. “We ensured that only genuine, active farmers benefit from this support,” he stated.
More than just a distribution effort, the program also includes a capacity-building component.
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Farmers have undergone training on the proper application of water-soluble fertilizers, and extension officers have been deployed statewide to offer ongoing guidance and support.
“These sessions were designed using a trainer-to-trainer model, ensuring knowledge spreads within farming communities efficiently,” Ojomah added.
Governor Ododo’s administration has emphasized agriculture as a cornerstone for economic empowerment, job creation, and food security.
This latest move further underlines the state’s commitment to equipping farmers with both modern inputs and the technical know-how required for sustainable growth.
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