In a bid to combat poverty and promote economic self-reliance, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has launched the second phase of the Livestock Fattening Programme under the Kano Agro-Pastoral Development Project.
The initiative aims to empower women across the state’s 44 local government areas by providing livestock to support livestock entrepreneurship among vulnerable groups.
According to a statement from the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Dawakin-Tofa, 7,158 goats will be distributed to 2,386 women in the current phase, with each beneficiary receiving three goats. In future phases, 1,342 cows and 1,822 rams will also be distributed to women and youths.
During the flag-off ceremony, Yusuf announced that 7,158 goats would be distributed to 2,386 women in the current phase, with each beneficiary receiving three goats.
The programme also plans to distribute 1,342 cows and 1,822 rams to women and youths in subsequent phases.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to tackling poverty through innovative and inclusive initiatives, describing the programme as a cornerstone of efforts to empower women and youths while boosting economic independence.
The governor warned beneficiaries against misusing the livestock, stressing the importance of accountability and ensuring that the initiative achieves its intended goals.
“This initiative is not just about distributing livestock but about fostering a sustainable economic model that uplifts communities and reduces dependency on government aid,” the governor said.
