From Okwe Obi, Abuja
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to prioritising rural infrastructure and enhancing seed production to boost food security.
Its Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, Mohammed Abu Ibrahim, made the pledge yesterday in Abuja when he appeared before the Senate and House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture for the 2025 budget defence.
Ibrahim also highlighted key achievements from 2024, which he said included improved partnerships with stakeholders and successful implementation of several flagship projects, such as the Ginger Recovery Advancement and Transformation for Economic Empowerment (GRATE) project.
While assuring the lawmakers of the Fund’s willingness to capitalise on what was achieved in 2024, the committee, chaired by Senator Saliu Mustapha and Bello Kaoje, commended NADF for its significant strides in 2024, particularly in facilitating sustainable agricultural development across the country.
They underscored the importance of increasing support for the Fund to accelerate its initiatives and ensure the timely disbursement of seed capital, which is critical for advancing the nation’s agricultural sector.
The committees reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with NADF to achieve the shared goals of enhancing the food security agenda of President Tinubu’s administration.