By Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has pledged to revitalise the Biu Dam to enhance irrigation farming in the southern part of the state.
The governor made this known during a traditional homage to the Emir of Biu, Mai Mustapha Umar Mustapha II, at his palace in Biu, in his two-day working visit to the area.
The Biu Dam is a key focus of Governor Zulum’s administration which is dedicated to completing such projects to tackle perennial water scarcity issues in Biu and the neighbouring local governments.
Governor Zulum highlighted that his administration is placing significant emphasis on irrigation farming as part of its efforts to improve food security and provide sustainable livelihoods for victims of Boko Haram insurgency.
“Your Highness, I want to assure you that we will revitalise the Biu Dam to bolster irrigation farming in your emirate. Agriculture is one of the cardinal pillars of my administration and we will continue to invest in the sector to ensure food security in the state.”
The governor also announced that more development projects will be rolled out in the area before the end of his tenure. He emphasised the importance of unity among political leaders in the state, which he believes will result in increased opportunities and prosperity for Borno.
“It is heartwarming to say that we in Borno State are not experiencing political crisis. Our national and state assembly members as well as other political office holders are united. We attend programmes together and collectively take decisions for the betterment of our state,” Governor Zulum stated.
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