The Niger State Government has allocated 1.2 million hectares of land to support a $2.5 billion livestock investment initiative, a partnership between Nigeria’s Federal Government and JBS, Brazil’s leading meat processing company.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago joined the Nigerian delegation in Rio de Janeiro for the agreement signing, showcasing Niger State’s dedication to advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic and agricultural transformation agenda.
As a pilot state, Niger is poised to benefit from:
One million new jobs.
100,000 new homes within farm estates.
100 agricultural facilities to boost productivity.
Infrastructure Support
The Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, with 125 kilometers traversing Niger State, is expected to be a vital enabler for the project, improving logistics and access to markets.
Strategic Benefits
Food Security: The project will bolster meat production and contribute to the nation’s food supply chain.
Conflict Resolution: It aims to address farmer-herder conflicts through structured and sustainable livestock farming.
Economic Growth: Job creation, housing, and infrastructure development are expected to boost local and national economies.
President Tinubu commended Niger State’s commitment, emphasizing the initiative’s transformative potential for food security, economic prosperity, and conflict resolution.
Prominent figures in the delegation included:
- Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi.
- Professor Attahiru Jega.
- Professor Mohammed Kuta Yahaya.
- Aisha Rimi, CEO of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).
This initiative underscores the Federal Government’s resolve to leverage strategic partnerships for agricultural development and economic diversification. Niger State’s involvement as a pilot reinforces its position as a key driver of Nigeria’s agricultural transformation.
