Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has presented letters of employment to 1,038 young agricultural extension agents and support staff for the Kano State Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA).
Presenting the letters at the Coronation Hall of the Government House in Kano, Gov. Yusuf said the extension service workers are expected to facilitate sustainable farming practices.
While speaking during the flag-off ceremony, the governor charged the new employees to take the responsibility with seriousness, dedication, and a deep sense of duty to the people of the state.
He warned them against absenteeism, laziness, misconduct, and any form of corruption that would jeopardise the effort.
“As frontline ambassadors of agricultural transformation, your conduct and commitment will directly influence the success of our efforts to revitalize agriculture and empower rural communities across the state.
“We are building a new generation of field workers who will bring modern practices, improved inputs, and innovative solutions to our farms, our cooperatives, and our communities,” the governor said.
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While congratulating the new employees, whom he described as “change agents” in agriculture and agribusiness, the governor advised them to guide, connect, and facilitate with farmers to maximize productivity in the sector.
He highlighted that the recruitment will strengthen the operations of the Kano Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA) under the Ministry of Agriculture in making the state lead in the number of agricultural extension agents.
Earlier, the state Commissioner of Agriculture, Danjuma Mahmoud, said the decision of the Yusuf administration to employ more workers in the sector is to enhance food security and increase the income of citizens.
