AgricultureBusiness & Economy

Bauchi Earmarks N3bn to Subsidize Food Prices Amid Inflation

In its resolve to make foodstuffs available for the citizens, the sum of N3 billion has been earmarked by the Bauchi State Government for the purchase of harvested foodstuffs.

Advertisement

The disclosure was made by the State Governor, Sen Bala Abdulkadir who assured that the foodstuffs would later be sold to the general public at subsidised prices.

He stressed that this underscored the efforts to lessen the negative effects of inflation amongst the masses across the state considering the current economic situation of the country.

Advertisement

The Governor stated this at the maiden edition of the Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed Colloquium, with the theme: “Celebrating the Architect of Modern Bauchi at 66,” held in Bauchi on Saturday.

READ ALSO:  NCC Warns Bauchi Telecom, Financial Subscribers Against Fraudsters

Bala Mohammad reiterated that more agricultural extension workers would be engaged to boost farmers’ income and ensure food security in the State.

Advertisement

He further said that there is the plan for the introduction of Youths to modern technology in order to train not fewer than 10,000 of them in ICT towards making them self-reliant.

Advertisement

The Governor also announced that his administration has concluded plans to employ additional 10,000 workers by the end of 2024.

READ ALSO:  Gwani Ibrahim Dan Hajja Academy Azare Wins ZAYED Suitability Prize 

Bala Mohammed then said that the government is aware of inadequate qualified Teachers in schools, Nurses in hospitals and low experts in the agricultural sector, assuring that he would do the needful to fill the vacuum.

Advertisement

He, however, outlined his administration’s achievements in education, infrastructure, road projects, and other sectors vital to Bauchi State’s progress.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Back to top button