Cooperative Societies Drive Economic Growth and Sustainable Solutions in Adamawa

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The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, emphasized the crucial role of cooperative societies in fostering economic growth and sustainable development. At the commemoration of the International Day of Cooperatives 2025, Fintiri highlighted the state government's investments in the sector, aiming to create job opportunities and wealth creation. The event, themed "Cooperatives, Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World," showcased the impact of cooperative societies in empowering farmers with agricultural inputs and irrigation equipment, ultimately lifting thousands of rural farmers out of poverty.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State described cooperative societies as key drivers for economic growth and sustainable solutions in the society.
  • The Governor emphasized the importance of cooperative societies in creating job opportunities and wealth creation, stating that the state government has invested heavily in the sector.
  • The state government has empowered farmers of cooperative societies with agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, hybrid seeds, herbicides, and irrigation equipment.
  • The Agribusiness Support Programme (ADAS-P) has provided access to farming inputs and irrigation equipment, empowering thousands of rural farmers and lifting many out of poverty.
  • Cooperative societies are considered a legitimate way of earning money and attracting government support for economic growth.
  • The commemoration of the International Day of Cooperatives 2025 witnessed the presentation of awards of excellence to outstanding cooperative societies.

Statistics:

  • The Governor emphasized that cooperative societies have created job opportunities and wealth creation in Adamawa State.
  • Thousands of rural farmers have been empowered with agricultural inputs and irrigation equipment through the state government's investments.
  • The Agribusiness Support Programme (ADAS-P) has provided access to farming inputs and irrigation equipment, benefiting thousands of farmers.
  • Cooperative societies are considered a strong vehicle for empowering communities and achieving inclusive economic growth.

Sources:

  • News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)
  • Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's statement (represented by Hammanjumba Gatugel, Commissioner for Entrepreneurship Development)
  • Alhaji Yunusa Gafai, Chief Operating Officer, Agribusiness Support Programme (ADAS-P)
  • Mr. Mamman Malgwi, Chairman Local Organising Committee