300 Women, Youths Empowered In Niger

The Renewed Hope Initiative, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, has provided agricultural inputs and support to over 300 women and youths in Niger State.

The programme themed “Planting for the Future,” aims to unlock the potential of women and youths to transform the agricultural sector and secure the nation’s future.

The event, held at the Bako Kontagora Memorial Stadium in Minna was attended by Fatima Bago, the wife of Niger State Governor Umaru Bago, who represented Nigeria’s first lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu.

Mrs Bago emphasised the importance of empowering women in agriculture, saying it would provide nourishment for households and ensure food security for the nation.

“When you empower a woman in agriculture, you empower a nation,” she said, “This initiative will nourish homes and strengthen the country’s food systems.”
Special Adviser to the Governor on Women Affirmative Action, Mary Noel-Berje, said the initiative aligned with Niger’s goal of harnessing citizens’ potential, particularly women, to drive agriculture and ensure food security.