BORNO STATE SET TO DIVERSIFY ECONOMY, REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON FAAC
By Abdulhamid Sani
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umar Zulum, has directed his cabinet to shift focus from relying on federal allocations to enhancing livestock production and exportation. This move aims to reduce the state’s dependence on monthly federal allocations and improve its revenue generation capacity.
Governor Zulum emphasized the need to think outside the box and create wealth as soon as possible. He noted that investing in livestock can generate significant revenue for the state, citing the potential for high-yield livestock and milk production.”We can make a lot of money in livestock,” Zulum said.
“We are not taking it lightly anymore. Let’s procure high-yield livestock and invest in milk production. The market is ready, and it doesn’t cost much for us to invest in milk production.
“The governor also announced plans to invest in aquaculture, citing the vast potential in agriculture and the need to invest wisely. With the rich pastoral heritage of the state, Borno can become a key player in the national and international beef markets.
New Ministry of Livestock Created: To achieve these goals, Governor Zulum announced the creation of a new Ministry of Livestock, which will align its mission with that of the federal government. The state deputy governor, Umar Usman Karafur, will supervise the new ministry.
Two New Commissioners Sworn In: Meanwhile, Governor Zulum supervised the swearing-in of two new commissioners, Alhaji Umar Lawan Dalorima and Architect Isa Ali Haladu. They were appointed to replace the late commissioners of the Ministry of Finance and Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement.
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