The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to food security, job creation, and hydropower generation through targeted investments in irrigation and water resource management. Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, FNSE, highlighted these efforts during an assessment tour of the Azare Jere Irrigation Project and Gurara Multipurpose Dam in Kaduna State.

Prof. Utsev emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is focused on revitalizing the nation’s irrigation infrastructure to boost agricultural productivity and achieve self-sufficiency in food production. Plans include rehabilitating existing dams and constructing new ones to expand irrigated farming, optimise water usage, and increase agricultural output.

The Minister noted that these initiatives align with the Renewed Hope Agenda, aiming to strengthen the agricultural sector, create employment opportunities, and improve livelihoods across Nigeria. By enhancing irrigation and water management, the government is positioning the country for sustainable food production, economic growth, and long-term resilience in its agricultural sector.