In a bold move to transform the agricultural sector and enhance food security, the Kano State Government has officially employed 1,038 agricultural extension workers and support staff to serve under the Kano Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA).
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf presented letters of employment to the new recruits during a ceremony held at the Government House. He emphasized the critical role these officers will play in driving agricultural modernization, improving rural livelihoods, and promoting food self-sufficiency across the state.
“You are now frontline ambassadors of agricultural transformation in Kano. This is not just a job it is a mission to uplift communities and strengthen our economy through sustainable farming practices,” the Governor said.
He charged the new extension workers to demonstrate integrity, commitment, and professionalism, warning that the government would not tolerate absenteeism, laziness, or any form of misconduct.
Strategic Agricultural Investment
Despite already having the largest number of extension workers in Nigeria, Governor Yusuf stated that this fresh recruitment was necessary to scale up operations under KNARDA. The effort aligns with the administration’s broader agricultural development strategy, which includes promoting modern inputs, irrigation infrastructure, cooperative support, and innovation in rural communities.
The Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Danjuma Mahmoud, described the initiative as a timely intervention to improve food production and increase household income in both urban and rural areas.
Civil Service Reinforcement
Chairperson of the Kano State Civil Service Commission, Hajiya Ladidi Ibrahim Garko, praised the recruitment as a landmark step in strengthening the state’s agricultural workforce. She highlighted that it would create economic opportunities for youth while bridging the gap between rural farmers and government support systems.
Looking Ahead
Governor Yusuf also announced plans to hire more than 5,000 additional youth workers, including 3,900 teachers and 1,500 lecturers, to support critical sectors across the state. The administration is also preparing to construct a major earth dam to expand irrigation coverage and increase arable land.
This strategic investment in human capital and infrastructure signals a renewed commitment by the Kano State Government to transform agriculture into a sustainable engine of growth, job creation, and food security.