Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has distributed bulls, rams, seedlings, and modern gardening tools to 340 youths who recently graduated from the Livestock and Horticulture Institutes.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature on Wednesday, in Kano
The governor announced that each graduate would receive either two bulls or two rams, along with three months’ worth of animal feed.
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This initiative, he explained, was part of his administration’s efforts to reduce poverty and empower young people in the state.
According to the statement, Governor Yusuf emphasised that the programme was a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and food security, which are critical to ensuring the prosperity of Kano State.
The first batch of 340 graduates completed their training at the Livestock and Horticulture Institute, located in Bagauda, Bebeji Local Government Area, following the institute’s reopening by the current administration.
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