Gov Zulum Announces Petrol Subsidy for Farmers, Reduces Price by 50%

By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has announced a petrol subsidy for farmers in insurgency-hit communities, significantly reducing the cost of petrol from N1,200 to N600 per litre. This move aims to alleviate the financial burdens faced by farmers in communities that have suffered economic and infrastructural destruction due to years of conflict.

The distribution of farm inputs to over 5,000 farmers in Bama town, who were previously displaced by Boko Haram insurgents

The subsidy was announced during the flag-off ceremony for the distribution of farm inputs to over 5,000 farmers in Bama town, who were previously displaced by Boko Haram insurgents. Governor Zulum emphasized that the subsidy would help address one of the major challenges faced by farming communities in the area, namely the increasing cost of fuel for irrigation farming.

In addition to the petrol subsidy, the governor also distributed farm inputs to support the farmers. This initiative is part of the state government’s efforts to boost agricultural productivity and enhance food security in the region. Governor Zulum has also promised to construct additional tube wells for irrigation farmers, with over 100 already built and plans for an additional 250.