Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has urged the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, to fulfil the high expectations set by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the area of food security.
This is contained in a statement by the KACRAN national president, Hon. Khalil Mohammed Bello, and made available to journalists in Damaturu, Sunday.
The statement said, “President Tinubu, who is one of Nigeria’s most sincere, determined, and visionary leaders since independence, has taken decisive steps to ensure the continuity of governance at all levels,” saying within moments of assuming office, he implemented critical measures, including the removal of the oil subsidy, to maintain government’s momentum.
“As Nigeria navigates the complexities of national development, the role of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security becomes increasingly pivotal. Recognizing this, President Tinubu has placed significant trust in Senator Kyari to address the critical issue of food security—a cornerstone for peace, stability, and nation-building.
“KACRAN believes that the appointment of Senator Kyari,with his extensive experience in lawmaking and his commitment to food provision, signifies the President’s dedication to ensuring all Nigerians have access to nutritious and sufficient food. This is further evidenced by the substantial budget allocated to the ministry, confirming its pivotal role in sustaining the government’s agenda.
“The frequent consultations between Nigeria’s farmers and the Minister in Abuja underscore the confidence placed in Senator Kyari’s leadership, not only by the President but also by the agricultural community.”
To achieve this, KACRAN urged the minister to administer resources with equity, advocating for a balanced approach to supporting both herders and farmers.
“Given the interdependence of arable farming and the livestock sector, particularly in Northern Nigeria where traditional practices still prevail due to resource limitations, KACRAN calls for a fifty-fifty disbursement strategy in agricultural development funds,” he said.
