Gov. Yusuf Urges Beneficiaries of N400 Million Community Revolving Fund to Boost Food Production
Production
By Ahmed Mohammad
Kano, Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has called on beneficiaries of the N400 million community revolving fund to utilize the funds to increase food production in the state.
The governor made this appeal during an empowerment program organized by the Kano Agro-Climatic Resilience Landscape (ACreSAL) Project in collaboration with the World Bank in Kano on Thursday.
The community revolving fund aims to eradicate poverty and support interest groups in selected communities, ultimately strengthening communities for optimal growth.
By providing access to capital, the fund enables communities to invest in agricultural projects, improve food security, and increase economic opportunities.
In addition to the community revolving fund, the Kano State Government has made significant efforts to combat desertification by recovering land and planting over 3 million trees across the state.
Commissioner of Environment Dr. Dahiru Mohammad Hashim commended the initiative, stating that the Community Revolving Fund (CRF) is a transformational resource designed to uplift communities, enhance agricultural productivity, and strengthen the fight against climate change.
The CRF initiative has provided direct financial support to 30 registered Community Interest Groups (CIGs) and farmer cooperatives to invest in climate-smart agriculture.
The selection of the 10 beneficiary communities was guided by strict criteria to ensure that the funds go to those who are ready and willing to embrace sustainable agricultural practices.
The Kano State Government has established strong governance structures to ensure accountability, transparency, and sustainability.
The creation of the Community Revolving Fund Management Committees (CRFMCs), Community Business Agents (CBAs), and Boards of Trustees (BoTs) is a strategy to ensure community ownership and long-term sustainability of this fund.
