The Gombe state governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has allocated 500 hectares of land for cassava cultivation across the 11 local government areas of the state.
This ground-breaking measure is aimed at revolutionizing agriculture and boosting food security in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The ambitious project was unveiled during a recent expanded security council meeting, presided over by Governor Yahaya in Gombe.
During the meeting, the governor outlined the details of the programme, directing each of the 11 local government councils to earmark 40 hectares of land, specifically for cassava farming.
The decision to focus on cassava cultivation, according to the governor, comes after extensive research into its nutritional value and versatility in food processing.
He stated that the step taken to boost cassava production, is not just about increasing agricultural output, but also about addressing the pressing issues of hunger and food scarcity as well as, “our resolve to transform Gombe into a hub of cassava production in Africa.”
“Cassava, a root crop, is known for its high carbohydrate content and its ability to thrive in various climatic conditions,” Governor Yahaya stated.