Uba Sani: I’ll make Kaduna grape-farming hub in Nigeria

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has assured grape farmers of his administration’s commitment to providing seedlings, mechanization, training, and support services to them to improve their yield per hectare.

Sani made the vow when he met with members of the Grapes Producers Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NGRAPPMAN), led by its National President, Abdullahi Dalhatu, over the weekend.

The governor pledged that Kudan Local Government Area of Kaduna State will not only be a grape-farming hub in the country but the state government will also support businesses around the value chain.

According to reports, Kudan Local Government Area of Kaduna State accounts for 85% of the country’s grapes production largely due to its favourable climatic and soil conditions.

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Governor Sani thanked the association for promoting Kaduna as a major grape-producing state, assuring members of his government’s readiness to support the sector.

He said Kaduna State is on track to further increase its grape production, potentially positioning Nigeria among the top 10 grape-producing countries in Africa, with the government’s continued support.

The governor added that the Kaduna State Government will create the enabling environment for their businesses to thrive, saying grapes farming will create jobs and other businesses in the state.

Speaking, the NGRAPPMAN chairman commended Sani for his agro-friendly policies and programmes, saying they have enhanced agriculture, alleviated poverty, and driven economic growth.

The Star