The Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Program in Kano State, led by Coordinator Alhaji Muktar El-Kasim, has initiated a community engagement and awareness campaign.
The launch, held on Saturday, aims to improve agricultural productivity and enterprise development across six local government areas: Bichi, Dawakin Tofa, Danbatta, Gezawa, Garun Mallam, and Bebeji.
According to Alhaji El-Kasim, the program focuses on enhancing agricultural value chains, creating jobs, and supporting climate-adapted infrastructure.
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It also promotes agro-industrial zone policies, institutional development, and effective program coordination, including farmer registration and grievance redress mechanisms.
Funded by the Federal Government, with support from the African Development Bank, the International Fund for Agricultural Development, and the Islamic Development Bank, the SAPZ initiative is operational in seven states and the Federal Capital Territory.
This effort underscores Kano’s commitment to strengthening its agricultural base and fostering economic growth through targeted interventions.
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